The National Symphony Orchestra will perform in Cellissimo

Thu, Sep 03, 2026

With the 250th anniversary of Beethoven’s death approaching next year, Music for Galway’s 45th International Concert Season is inspired by classical music’s German revolutionary.

Ravers reunion at Róisín's

Thu, Sep 03, 2026

Thirty years after their formation, and six years after the passing of producer extraordinaire Andrew Wetherall, the Sabres of Paradise will play Galway in 2027.

Knockout funk

Thu, Sep 03, 2026

Inspired by boxer Katie Taylor’s final fight in Croke Park this weekend, Galway pop singer-songwriter Daniel Cohen will release a new single tomorrow, Friday, September 4.

Clifden commands song and rhythm of Connemara

Thu, Sep 03, 2026

The 49th Clifden Arts Festival, from Thursday, September 17 to Sunday, September 27, has lined up its most ambitious and wide-ranging music schedule to date, beyond its multidisciplinary programme of literature, visual arts, theatre, film, architecture and ideas across Clifden and Connemara.

Féile Cheoil Larry Reynolds brings East Galway tradition to life in Ballinasloe

Thu, Aug 27, 2026

Ballinasloe will once again become a meeting place for traditional music, song, dance, heritage and community spirit when Féile Cheoil Larry Reynolds returns from September 3 to 6, 2026.

Saw Doctors go green and red

Thu, Aug 13, 2026

The Tuam rockers plus special guests make their long-awaited return to Mayo for their first show in the county for more than a decade, live at the TF Royal Theatre, Castlebar, on Saturday, September 5.

Izzy’s fightback fundraiser

Thu, Aug 13, 2026

A special gig for a special Galway girl will be hosted at JF Murphy’s Bar in Athenry on Saturday, August 22, from 3pm until late.

Opacas tread in Beatles’ footsteps

Thu, Aug 13, 2026

The five-piece — Steve Talbot, Joe Treacy, Peter Tobin, Mike McLoughlin and Pat Boyle — secured the gig after submitting live footage filmed at Monroe’s and Padraicins, in Furbo, in the hope of taking part in International Beatle Week in September.

Decade of Collective effort for St Nick’s this weekend

Thu, Aug 06, 2026

Led by Joe Bunker, The Collective is a London-based choir of actors, songwriters, musical directors, composers and singers founded in 2016, and its first public performance was with the PopUp Choir of Minneapolis, co-founded by choral conductor Heather Nelson. Nelson was appointed to Galway’s Cois Cladaigh choir earlier this year.

Ambitious orchestra returns to Galway

Thu, Aug 06, 2026

Ireland’s orchestral talent will share the stage with internationally acclaimed opera stars this month as the festival embarks on its most ambitious programme so far.

Single celebrates moments of possibility

Thu, Aug 06, 2026

The Portumna singer’s ‘Could Be Dancin’ is a folk-pop track that blends modern pop with a touch of two-stepping country, creating a foot-tapping, feel-good sound.

Sophie Ellis-Bextor didn't disappoint, didn't dazzle

Music Reviews Thu, Jul 30, 2026

A breezy evening found us passing through checkpoints onto well-trodden grass and a well-organised Galway International Arts Festival venue.

Youth wind ensemble concerts return this summer

Thu, Jul 30, 2026

Young musicians from Ireland will embark on a musical tour From Skylines to Shadows this August Bank Holiday.

Tolü Makay is 'itching and searching for more'

Thu, Jul 30, 2026

Tolü Makay, born Toluope Makanjuola, is a Irish-Nigerian singer, songwriter, and performer famous for her cover of 'N17' – but she is more than that, describing her sound as “cinematic pop soul,” backed by a stunningly beautiful vocal range.

Cathedral organs primed for summer concerts

Thu, Jul 23, 2026

Thursday night summer concerts will continue in Galway Cathedral for another three weeks, with this evening’s event featuring a guest appearance from Europe.

Foil Arms & Hog: always a hoot

Thu, Jul 23, 2026

This hour-long show was the perfect length. It was a mix of old fan favorites - gags familiar to anyone who has seen their Swines tour, and brand new songs and skits. Roscommon received the usual amount of hate.

A young Galwegian in the audience who confessed to being a historian of the 1700s was told: “You really need to move on from the 18th century” to which he responded: “Well to be fair that is the common timezone in Roscommon”. “Don’t be funnier than us,” warned the trio.

Tunes to bounce a sliotar to

Thu, Jul 16, 2026

Originally written during Galway’s memorable 2017 championship campaign, the song has been completely re-recorded, with updated lyrics and contemporary production, reflecting the excitement and optimism surrounding this year’s final.

Local singers to perform in national choir

Thu, Jul 16, 2026

Alexandria Wilson, aged 18, from Abbeyknockmoy, Sadhbh Mechan, aged 19, from Portumna, and Nicole Hargaden, aged 21, from Galway city have been selected for the Irish Youth Choir for 18- to 25-year-olds.

Folk club reborn back the West

Thu, Jul 16, 2026

There will be two featured acts on the night, plus invited guests and a selection of local performers.

Hebridean sound on Dominick Street

Thu, Jul 09, 2026

Violinist Sarah Hanniffy and Scottish piper Fionnlagh Mac A’Phiocair will launch their debut album at Club Aras na nGael on Dominick St tomorrow, Friday, July 10, at 7pm.

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