Picture This to play at Galway International Arts Festival

Thu, Nov 28, 2024

Consisting of members Ryan Hennessy, Jimmy Rainsford, Owen Cardiff and Cliff Deane, the band have performed to over 60,000 fans across sold-out shows in Dublin, Belfast and Cork in 2024.

Monroe’s gears up for winter gigs

Thu, Nov 28, 2024

Tomorrow, Friday, November 29, Red Hot Chili Peppers tribute band, The Red Hot Funky Peppers, will take the stage at 9pm. Returning as part of their Californication 25th Anniversary and Greatest Hits Tour, the group will celebrate the iconic album that solidified the Chilis’ place in rock history.

Rock Against Homelessness for Focus Ireland

Thu, Nov 21, 2024

Monroe’s Live will host a powerful evening of music and solidarity when DJ Jenny Greene headlines ‘Rock Against Homelessness In The West’ on Saturday, November 30, at 9:30pm.

First Galway TradFest in full swing

Thu, Nov 14, 2024

Celebrated trad musicians Máirtín O’Connor, Cathal Hayden, and Seamie O’Dowd will take to the stage at Monroe’s Live this Friday, November 15, from 8:30pm as part of the inaugural Galway TradFest which began this week.

Recital remembers Mother & Baby Homes

Thu, Nov 14, 2024

A Mother's Voice is a commemorative dedication to the many women affected by the mother and baby homes in Ireland during the twentieth century.

Sean-nós at St Nick’s

Thu, Nov 07, 2024

Iarla Ó Lionáird has carved a long and unique career in music both internationally and in Ireland.

TradFest Galway begins next week

Thu, Nov 07, 2024

Known for their formidable music relationship, these three master musicians are figureheads of Irish trad, showcasing astounding skills, diversity, and virtuosity.

Lyra returns to Leisureland

Thu, Oct 31, 2024

This year has been a whirlwind for the Co Cork singer-songwriter, with her self-titled debut album skyrocketing to the number 1 spot on the Irish charts, outselling Beyoncé.

Full bank holiday bill at Monroe’s

Thu, Oct 24, 2024

Monroe’s Live has a stellar line-up of legendary tribute acts, international folk sensations, throwback classics and a spine-tingling Hallowe’en bash this weekend from Friday, October 25, to Sunday, October 27.

Hallowe’en fancy dress for It Takes A Village

Thu, Oct 24, 2024

All proceeds from this event will go to the community group, which was founded by five mothers, to support and create inclusive opportunities for children with disabilities in Galway.

Gibbons back-to-back with Yawlag

Thu, Oct 17, 2024

Having toured internationally since 2005, Gibbons first gained widespread attention with his 2015 single ‘Your Love’, which was featured on the US hit drama Pretty Little Liars.

Baboró showcasing children’s art

Thu, Oct 17, 2024

Baboró International Arts Festival for Children is in full swing, including a series of exhibitions that showcase the talent and creativity of local artists.

Zombie Nation invades Galway

Thu, Oct 10, 2024

There is a prize for the best costume.
That’s all some punters will need to know about a spine-tingling night of music, costumes, and high-energy fun at Monroe’s Live hosted by top radio DJ Fergal D’Arcy, on Sunday, October 27, from 11pm.

Monroe’s goes disco

Thu, Oct 03, 2024

A weekend of funk, disco, and soul music is on the cards at Monroe’s Live this weekend.

DJ Jenny Greene to Rock Against Homelessness

Thu, Sep 26, 2024

One of Ireland’s most beloved DJs, Jenny Greene, will headline a special concert to raise vital funds for Focus Ireland at Monroe’s Live on Saturday, November 30, at 9:30pm.

New traditional music festival for Galway

Thu, Sep 26, 2024

The inaugural Galway TradFest, a new initiative by Music Generation Galway, will take place across the county from Monday, November 11, to Sunday, November 17.

Whiskey tasting event at The Skeff

Thu, Sep 19, 2024

The evening promises to be a celebration of fine whiskey, featuring a selection of superb Egan's Whiskey, hosted by Rupert Egan, Egan’s Master Bonder.

A night to 'sea' culture in Oranmore

Thu, Sep 12, 2024

Oranmore’s drama group Bualadh Bos will perform the one-act play Adrift by George Infini. This dark comedy centres on three men who must put aside their differences after being set adrift after a failed mutiny, and await rescue.

Thirty, but not 'out, out'

Thu, Sep 12, 2024

After a stomping success in June, Club 30, the over-30s early club night, returns to Monroe’s on October 12, from 6pm to 10pm, with slow sets and throwback anthems from the ‘80s, ‘90s and ‘00s.

Irish Connection is theme of Galway’s classical season

Thu, Sep 12, 2024

The 2024/25 season will be opened by the RTÉ Concert Orchestra performing in Leisureland on Friday, September 27, with Marty Morrissey compèring a special sporting celebration through music on the joys that the nation has experienced, especially during the recent the Olympic Games.

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