An Taibhdhearc presents Grindr, Saghdar agus Cher as part of Galway Arts Festival

Thu, Jun 29, 2023

Performed in Irish (with English subtitles) in An Taibhdhearc, Grindr, Saghdar agus Cher tells the tale of the dramatic and interwoven stories of three young LGBTQ+ characters with three different perspectives on one fateful night.

Horsepower Galore at Classic Fest This Weekend!

Wed, Jun 28, 2023

Galway Racecourse will be jam-packed this weekend, but with horses of a different kind. There will be tens of thousands of horsepower on display as classic and vintage cars, tractors, motorcycles, commercials and even steam engines converge from the 32 counties of Ireland to be part of Classic Fest 2023. Back for a second year following its instant success last year, Classic Fest has already become a must-attend show for lovers of all things vintage and classic. Over 25 classic car clubs are travelling to the event from Donegal to Cork and Kerry to Carlow, so almost every county will be represented in Galway Racecourse this Sunday.

Sizzling summer and autumn shows at Town Hall Theatre

Thu, Jun 22, 2023

There’s a brand new season brochure in town, and it’s jam packed full of fantastic events. Town Hall Theatre audiences will be spoilt for choice in the weeks and months ahead with the sizzling line-up just announced for July, August and September, featuring many leading names in local, national and international theatre, music, comedy, dance and film. You’ll find more information on the summer/autumn programme, including details of the Galway Film Fleadh (July 11-16) and Galway International Arts Festival (July 17-30) published in the new brochure available to download from tht.ie or from the venue 091-569777. Tickets for all performances, screenings and events are now on sale.

Theatre highlights include Druid Theatre Company with DruidO’Casey and Baxter Theatre Centre/Dussedlorfer Schauspielhaus with Life & Times of Michael K and a selection of superb productions by Aidan Dooley, Seamus O’Rourke, Michael Patric, Paddy Cullivan and SamePage Theatre Company.

Countdown to the 35th Galway Film Fleadh

Thu, Jun 22, 2023

With a week to go before the launch of the 35th edition of the Galway Film Fleadh, two more films are announced from the Music strand.

Oughterard artists come full circle

Thu, Jun 22, 2023

Oughterard’s Courthouse Gallery is hosting four exhibitions throughout the summer, showing 71 artists.

Pavillion presents Flow State, an immersive ab-rock journey in Seven Bar

Thu, Jun 22, 2023

Pavillion invites you to embark on a transformative musical experience with 'Flow State', an evening of alternative rock and captivating hippie vibes.

Irish documentary telling the story of John F. Kennedy’s visit to Galway to be showcased at major museums

Thu, Jun 22, 2023

A new, Irish documentary directed by Galway native Pamela Finn will be showcased at the JFK Hyannis Museum Cape Cod, Massachusetts United States and Galway City Museum this summer.

Limerick indie band Anna’s Anchor to play in Róisín Dubh on Wednesday July 12

Thu, Jun 22, 2023

Limerick indie outfit Anna’s Anchor have announced their fourth album, The Merries, which is out July 7 via Strange Brew. Following the album release, they will tour the country, coming to Róisín Dubh on July 12.

Paddy Hanna performs in Róisín Dubh on Thursday June 29

Thu, Jun 22, 2023

There are few artists who could count Burt Bacharach and Fontaines DC amongst their fans, but Paddy is one of them. The Dubliner has long eschewed passing fads in favour of timeless melodies and fine songwriting, leading indie music bible The Quietus to call him “a songwriter with a propensity for wildly infectious hooks and choruses that burrow into your brain with no intention of leaving.”

John Colleary is this week's Tigh He-He Comedy Club special guest in Róisín Dubh

Thu, Jun 22, 2023

"Quirky, zany, and, most importantly, funny" - Capital Magazine

The Dynamic Blues-Rock of Rory Gallagher Revisited with the BMG Tribute Band at Monroe’s Live

Thu, Jun 22, 2023

When Barry McGivern first saw the blues-rock might of legendary Irish guitarist, Rory Gallagher in 1969, it inspired the trajectory of his music career. Having watched him perform in concert over 30 times, Barry set out to bring together the ultimate tribute band.

The Complete Stone Roses To Recreate Pivotal Indie-Rockers Music at Monroe’s Live

Thu, Jun 22, 2023

With the seal of approval from the original band, The Complete Stone Roses are renowned for their reinvention of the work of the pivotal indie-rockers. So much so, they are often joined by bassist Gary ‘Mani’ Mounfield – a member of the Stone Roses and Primal Scream – who has hailed the artistry, dedication and talent of this UK tribute act.

1980s Legends In Tua Nua Unite for 40th Anniversary Tour at Monroe’s Live for GIAF

Thu, Jun 22, 2023

One of Ireland’s premier live acts during the 1980s, In Tua Nua have played with artists of such calibre as Bob Dylan at Slane Castle, U2 on the European leg of their Joshua Tree Tour and shared stages with Fleetwood Mac, Simple Minds and Eurythmics.

Top Artists to Perform at the Galway Folk Festival This Weekend

Fri, Jun 16, 2023

Weekend of Friday, June 16th – Sunday June 18th

Dust off your dancing shoes - Galway Funk returns for Midsummer boogie

Fri, Jun 16, 2023

Dancing like no one is watching is not only permitted - it is encouraged at Galway Funk's upcoming Midsummer event, in the Rowing Club, Woodquay on Saturday, June 24.

The Chills will play in Róisín Dubh on Friday June 23

Thu, Jun 15, 2023

“It’s about artistic integrity, self-realisation, self- acceptance and a reflection on mortality” - The Guardian

Meryl Streek will perform in Róisín Dubh on Thursday June 22

Thu, Jun 15, 2023

Born and raised in Dublin, avant garde-punk producer Meryl Streek remembers his childhood in Ireland fondly. “Growing up it was great,” he says. “I had a lot of family around me and things were good, we were a working class family of independent screen printers.”

The Big F*ck Off Music Quiz is on Saturday June 17 in Róisín Dubh

Thu, Jun 15, 2023

Join WOMP Events in Róisín Dubh this Saturday night to put your know-how on all things tunes to good use. Whether you're a rock ‘n’ roller, a pop fan, a funk fiend, a K-pop stan, or a jazz cat - this quiz is for all of you.

Exploring the illusion of separation - an immersive sculpture installation engaging all senses

Thu, Jun 15, 2023

Glenn Gibson's work, spanning two decades, explores themes of mysticism, consciousness and the natural world.

New exhibition featuring a variety of artists at The Kenny Gallery Summer Show runs until July 11

Thu, Jun 15, 2023

A new collection of artworks, Summer Show, will launch this Friday June 16 at Kennys - the first of two major group exhibitions at the gallery this year.

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