Second Sundays at the Salt House with Galway Bay Brewery Running Club

Thu, Nov 10, 2022

Founded in 2018 by Mel Mannion and Joanna Brophy, Galway Bay Brewery Running Club (GBBRC) has become a real institution in a short space of time.

Galway songwriter & folk singer Mick Brown releases first song

Thu, Nov 10, 2022

Galway songwriter, folk singer and community facilitator Mick Brown is releasing his first song this Friday November 11.

Druid’s The Last Return by Sonya Kelly returns next spring

Thu, Nov 10, 2022

Druid Theatre has announced that their five-star production of The Last Return, Sonya Kelly’s award-winning new comedy, will return to Galway as part of a national tour next spring.

Musician Nick Shoulders re-ignites old style country at Monroe’s Live

Thu, Nov 10, 2022

Hailing from Fayetteville, Arkansas, musician Nick Shoulders brings the vocal range and inspiration of the American South to Monroe’s Live on Saturday, November 12. The singer-songwriter is renowned for the reawakening of traditional country music, with a yodel, whistle, and strum of his guitar. This is traditional, old-style country at its finest.

A blast of Ruaile Buaile this weekend

Thu, Nov 10, 2022

Fast-paced and furious, the twisted-trad sounds of talented musicians, Ruaile Buaile, are set to ignite the stage at Monroe’s Live on Saturday, November 12. The music is traditional with rousing rhythm, infused with a strong folk and country vibe. Hailing from the heart of Ireland, the midlands, Ruaile Buaile are creating a stir at home and abroad.

HamsandwicH to showcase new album at Monroe's Live

Thu, Nov 10, 2022

Ireland’s best-known indie-pop band, HamsandwicH will showcase their latest album, Magnify, at Monroe’s Live on Saturday, November 19. The popular and much-loved group from Meath have become a leading voice in the alt-pop world.

“The Addams Family” in The Town Hall Theatre 16 - 19 November

Thu, Nov 10, 2022

A.I.M.S. award-winning Claregalway Musical Society returns to the stage!

Outset Gallery announces curated group show ''Materialists''

Thu, Nov 10, 2022

Cultural hub for contemporary art and design, Outset Gallery, is delighted to announce their last curated group exhibition of 2022 – Materialists.

Music legend, Christy Moore announces new Galway concert dates

Fri, Nov 04, 2022

Music legend Christy Moore plans to return to Galway for two shows on Friday, September 1 and Saturday, September 9 ,following a wave of sell out shows across the country. 

Immerse yourself with global music at Songs for an Open Road festival

Thu, Nov 03, 2022

Offering an "in depth look at the various hues of melody and rhythm that permeate our planet", the inaugural Songs from an Open Road Festival seeks to "explore the sources and examine the influence of what is often referred to as 'global music' at the three day festival from November 17 to 20.

The Claddagh Choral's Live at Galway concert transported audience to another world

Thu, Nov 03, 2022

Claddagh Choral presented Live at Galway a concert which saw two local groups, Fir an Cladaigh and The Galway City Chamber Choir, wow attendees with beautifully performed songs at their concert in Galway Cathedral.

La Traviata screening in Galway cinemas this Saturday

Thu, Nov 03, 2022

The Met: Live in HD, the Metropolitan Opera’s award-winning series of live high-definition cinema simulcasts, continues with Verdi’s La Traviata, starring soprano Nadine Sierra as one of opera’s ultimate heroines, the self-sacrificing courtesan Violetta, on Saturday 5 November at 4:55pm when the opera will be screened across The Eye Cinema, Palas and Omniplex Salthill.

Hudson Taylor are back at Monroe's Live

Thu, Nov 03, 2022

With unrivalled energy and stunning harmonies, these popular multi-instrumentalists have amassed a strong following. This is thanks to their ability to deliver a rousing set that delivers time and time again.

Billboard chart toppers Moxie Strings to bring farewell gig to Monroe’s Live

Thu, Nov 03, 2022

Talented instrumentalists Diana Ladio and Alison Lynn, bid a fond farewell to fans at Monroe’s Live on Friday, November 4th as part of their last Irish tour.

Vibrant Traditional Musicians Flook to Raise the Roof at Monroe’s Live

Thu, Nov 03, 2022

Award winning traditional folk band Flook will bring their high energy, toe tapping musicianship to Monroe’s Live on Friday, November 11, at 7:30pm. While this is a fully seated show, there is no doubt you will be on your feet, as the rousing rhythm of this talented foursome is set to lift the rafters. When it comes to the lilt and melody of the Irish tradition, Flook are at the top of their game.

Rich Hall - Galway’s favourite comedy cowboy

Thu, Oct 27, 2022

His grouchy demeanour, deadpan delivery, absurdist irony, rapid-fire wit, and idiosyncratic approach to country music, will be seen and heard across a variety of shows at this month’s Galway Comedy Festival.

Prison, Pirates and The World's Most Dangerous - Adam Burke returns to Galway

Thu, Oct 27, 2022

Fresh from hosting the Comedy Arena at Electric Picnic, Adam Burke arrives in Galway having been at the heart of the comedy scene in Ireland for over 15 years. The mastermind behind Bray Comedy Festival, host for hugely successful Bingo Loco and the man behind Hardy Har comedy club at the Harbour Bar, Adam has graced stages like the 3Arena, Vicar Street, Cork Opera House and The Royal Theatre. He's also performed at the likes of Electric Picnic, All Together Now and At The Manor.

Captivating Irish Singer/Songwriter Paddy Dennehy To Perform New Release at Monroe’s Live

Thu, Oct 27, 2022

This chance meeting ended in a personal invitation by The Frames lead singer to join him on-stage at the Everyman Theatre in Cork.

Flying the flag for Irish contemporary music

Thu, Oct 27, 2022

The Irish work in the programme comes from Deirdre Gribbin. Deirdre has been described as "a charismatic and intriguing new voice in contemporary music." (The Independent). She is Artistic Director of Venus Blazing Music Theatre Trust working with young people with cognitive delays. She has written for film including My Kingdom for Sky Pictures starring Richard Harris. The evening features the magical and mysterious “Merrow Sang” from 2007, which vividly recounts a tale of merrow-maidens emerging from the sea during the burial of one the Cantillon family of Ballyheigue.

Halloween weekend at An Taibhdhearc

Thu, Oct 27, 2022

Gáire as Gaeilge: A night of stand-up comedy as part of the Galway Comedy Festival, An Taibhdhearc will host a line-up of the best Irish speaking comedians who will deliver 90 minutes of jokes “as Gaeilge”. Potentially the most fun you can ever have in Irish... the craic will be 90!

Day: 27th October

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