History of Galway's built heritage explored
Thu, May 09, 2024
Galway: City of Heritage by Pat Dargan explores a rich body of historic buildings that date from the thirteenth century to the present day. Mayor of Galway, Councillor Eddie Hoare, (FG) will introduce the new publication.
Read more ...Harp extravaganza in An Taibhdhearc
Thu, May 02, 2024
Join Cruit Éireann|Harp Ireland for Happy Birthday, Mary O’Hara in Taidhbhearc na Gaillimhe on Sunday, May 12, at 7pm. Celebrate renowned harpist Mary O’Hara’s birthday with the release of Voices and Harps IV, Moya Brennan and Cormac de Barra’s latest album.
Read more ...Celebrating the Celtic connections
Thu, May 02, 2024
Various successful events have been initiated over the last 10 years with official and business visits and most recently the Inter-Celtic Business Forum which second edition took place in Galway.
Read more ...DJing workshops for teenagers as part of Cruinniú na nÓg
Thu, May 02, 2024
Galway teens (aged 16-18) are invited to explore their musical creativity with "Beats and Beyond," a FREE DJ workshop series led by renowned DJ Laura O'Connell.
Read more ...‘May the Fourth be with You’ at EYE
Thu, May 02, 2024
By Maxim Kelly
Dust off your light sabres, iron your capes and… um… brush your wookie! May the Force be with you on Star Wars Day.
Connemara locations a major draw for new film
Thu, May 02, 2024
Although based on a story set in rural Leitrim, a new film shot in County Galway is winning accolades, with its stunning landscapes a major factor.
Read more ...Rock warriors to invade Leisureland
Thu, May 02, 2024
A sonic army of heavy metal soldiers will descend on Salthill next month to pay homage to the gods of Rock.
Read more ...Cooper Clarke struts to Galway on birthday tour
Thu, May 02, 2024
Literary phenomenon and British cult hero John Cooper Clarke will perform at the Black Box Theatre on Thursday, May 16, at 7pm.
Read more ...Róisín to host Terry Alderton
Thu, May 02, 2024
Each week Róisín Dubh hosts the Tigh He-He Comedy Club, and this Friday, May 3, special guest Terry Alderton is visiting.
Read more ...Acoustic anarchy at Monroe's Live
Thu, May 02, 2024
A heady mix of pop, punk rock, blues and country techno, Brixton’s Alabama 3 have railed against the norm with a dollop of acid house and an attitude to match.
Read more ...Gotta have faith with George Michael tribute
Thu, May 02, 2024
James Bermingham and The Star People return to Monroe’s Live to celebrate the legacy of George Michael on Saturday, May 25, at 8pm.
Read more ...Countdown to Cellissimo
Thu, May 02, 2024
In three weeks’ time, Ireland’s new international festival of cello and classical music begins in venues across Galway.
Read more ...Grunge nostalgia for Pearl Jam
Thu, May 02, 2024
Inspired by the international grunge icons, Irish band Light Years will pay tribute to Pearl Jam at Monroe’s Live on Friday, May 31, at 11pm.
Read more ...Play on Richard Kirwan's life in Cregg Castle
Thu, May 02, 2024
Flogaist is based on the life of Richard Kirwan, a famous scientist and descendant of one of the fourteen tribes of Galway. In 1750, Kirwan returns to Cregg Castle in Galway after a vibrant life studying across Europe and being exposed the knowledge of the world.
An Púcán Celebrate 10 Years with The Tumbling Paddies Gig
Thu, May 02, 2024
Get ready for one of the hottest gigs of the summer as The Tumbling Paddies come to Galway on June 6th to celebrate 10 years of An Púcán.
Read more ...The story of love in song and music
Sat, Apr 27, 2024
Schumann’s iconic Frauenliebe und -leben, a song cycle charting the journey of life as defined by the experience of love, will be the centrepiece of a concert in Galway this month.
Read more ...Gemma Hayes to 'Feed the Flames' at Róisín Dubh
Thu, Apr 25, 2024
A longstanding star in the Irish music scene, Gemma Hayes brings her dulcet tones to Róisín Dubh on Saturday, April 27.
Read more ...Making the 'unrelatable, relatable' with Tom Houghton
Thu, Apr 25, 2024
The 'ultra-privileged master of making the seemingly unrelatable, relatable', the Honourable Tom Houghton brings his 'It's not Ideal' tour to Róisín Dubh on Friday, April 26.
Read more ...Bird on the Wire celebrates Leonard Cohen's 90th birthday with song
Thu, Apr 25, 2024
A 90th birthday celebration for legendary singer / songwriter, Leonard Cohen, will take place on Sunday, September 22, at the Black Box Theatre.
Read more ...Canadian rockers Crash Test Dummies to perform at Monroe’s Live
Thu, Apr 25, 2024
Widely known internationally for their hit single ‘Mmm Mmm Mmm Mmm’, Canadian rockers, Crash Test Dummies are coming to Galway this October and tickets are on sale now.
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