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The Magic of Macnas and Their Spectacular Halloween Parade

Macnas' iconic Halloween Parade is back this month for its 40th anniversary, and they've got a wild and wonderful new theme.

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The Magic of Macnas and Their Spectacular Halloween Parade

Eat & Drink

Inside Basilico: The Galway Restaurant Putting Their Community First

Italian Restaurant Basilico in Oranmore are doing hospitality the right way, and they've got the community to show it.

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Five Fabulous Events You Can Still Book for Baboró

Celebrating its 30th birthday this weekend is international children’s arts festival Baboró, with a line-up nothing short of magical.

Beauty & Wellness

Three West of Ireland Serums to Try this Autumn

Our favourite tried-and-tested serums from West of Ireland skincare brands.

People

Baboró at 30: Artistic Director Aislinn Ó'hEocha on What Inspires Her

As Galway’s beloved children's arts festival Baboró celebrates its 30th anniversary, artistic director Aislinn Ó’hEocha shares what's moving her.

Weddings

9 Reasons to Book Your Wedding at the Lodge at Ashford Castle

The Lodge at Ashford Castle is the kind of wedding destination that feels like it could only exist in a fairytale.

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The Resilient Table: An Extract From Harrison Gardner’s Latest Book On Food Resilience

In an exclusive extract from his new book, Harrison Gardner explores how we can start changing our relationship with where our food comes from.

Eat & Drink

Nine Places in Galway for a Delicious Vegetarian Dish

At times as a vegetarian, it can be tricky to find restaurants that don't feel like the meat-free options were an afterthought.

Eat & Drink

Meet Lily Eloy: Wine Buyer for The Hawthorn by Galway Bay

Go for the views and comfy beds, stay for the top-tier food and wine.

Eat & Drink

Inside Basilico: The Galway Restaurant Putting Their Community First

Italian Restaurant Basilico in Oranmore are doing hospitality the right way, and they've got the community to show it.

Eat & Drink

Three Autumn Tipples to Toast The Season

Raise a glass to autumn with some fabulous must-try seasonal tipples from local Galway businesses.

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The Magic of Macnas and Their Spectacular Halloween Parade

Macnas' iconic Halloween Parade is back this month for its 40th anniversary, and they've got a wild and wonderful new theme.

Stay

Everything to Look Forward To on the TG4 Autumn Line-Up

TG4 have released their autumn line-up for 2026, and it’s packed with compelling dramas, moving documentaries and more.

Stay

7 Exciting Events to Attend at the Clifden Arts Festival This Month

Next week from the 17th–27th September, the Clifden Arts Festival will kick off its 49th year of bringing world-class artists to the heart of Connemara.

competition

WIN! A Luxury Overnight Experience at The Hawthorn by Galway Bay

Galway’s newest luxury hotel has opened its doors in Renville Point in Oranmore and we’re giving one lucky reader the chance to experience all it has to offer.

Interiors & Lifestyle

The Joy of the Travel Journal, and How to Start Your Own

Our editor Nathalie Marquez Courtney explores the beauty of the travel journal, and how you can start your own.

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Baboró at 30: Artistic Director Aislinn Ó'hEocha on What Inspires Her

As Galway’s beloved children's arts festival Baboró celebrates its 30th anniversary, artistic director Aislinn Ó’hEocha shares what's moving her.

People

Meet Ash Fuller, the Galway Musician Featuring the City In Her Songs

It doesn't take long for a new listener of Ash Fuller's music to figure out where the singer-songwriter hails from.

People

Meet Aosdána Member and 100-Year-Old Working Artist, Margaret 'MO' Irwin West

Aosdána member Margaret “MO” Irwin West is a Galway based painter and print maker. She’s also 100 years old.

People

A Day in the Life of Ella & Jo's Charlene Flanagan

From reviewing brand campaigns to making time with her family, the iconic business owner walks us through 24 hours in her shoes.

People

Stories That Live And Breathe: Inside Celtic Tales Galway

Inside The Crane, audiences gather not just to listen but to take part, as Rab Fulton’s Celtic Tales sessions turn folklore into something immediate and alive.

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Six West of Ireland Spa Packages Worth Booking This Autumn

The West of Ireland is home to some of the country's most beautiful hotels and spas, each with their own charm.

Beauty & Wellness

The Grounding Power of Female Friendships

Integrative Nutrition Health Coach Elva O'Conaire explores why female friendships are so important for our wellbeing.

Beauty & Wellness

Galway's Best Clubs for Sea Swims, Runs & Outdoor Adventures

Find the Galway group that fits your pace and gets you out the door.

Beauty & Wellness

Three West of Ireland Serums to Try this Autumn

Our favourite tried-and-tested serums from West of Ireland skincare brands.

Beauty & Wellness

PureJoy's Joy Colleran on the Summer Skincare Ingredients to Look Out For

When it comes to skincare, choosing a product can be overwhelming – there's a wealth of information out there, a market overflowing with options, and everyone's skin is totally unique.

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The Magic of Macnas and Their Spectacular Halloween Parade

Macnas' iconic Halloween Parade is back this month for its 40th anniversary, and they've got a wild and wonderful new theme.

People

Baboró at 30: Artistic Director Aislinn Ó'hEocha on What Inspires Her

As Galway’s beloved children's arts festival Baboró celebrates its 30th anniversary, artistic director Aislinn Ó’hEocha shares what's moving her.

Eat & Drink

The Resilient Table: An Extract From Harrison Gardner’s Latest Book On Food Resilience

In an exclusive extract from his new book, Harrison Gardner explores how we can start changing our relationship with where our food comes from.

Fashion & Design

Call of the Curlew: Meet The Couple Transforming a 300-Year-Old Galway Manor Into Something Special

Rowan and Laoise took a risk when they purchased a 300-year-old manor to pursue a lifelong dream. Now, that risk is paying off.

People

Meet Ash Fuller, the Galway Musician Featuring the City In Her Songs

It doesn't take long for a new listener of Ash Fuller's music to figure out where the singer-songwriter hails from.

Fashion & Design

Inside Mayo Atlas, the Research Project Exploring the Landscapes of County Mayo

The 2026 Architecture at the Edge festival is in full swing this week for their tenth edition, featuring a variety of events, exhibitions, and artist talks running until Sunday 27th.

Fashion & Design

These Galway Shops Have Your Perfect Autumn Knit in Store

Autumn is upon us, so it’s time to push the summer dresses and breezy blouses to the back of the wardrobe and bring forth the woollies!

Stay

Everything to Look Forward To on the TG4 Autumn Line-Up

TG4 have released their autumn line-up for 2026, and it’s packed with compelling dramas, moving documentaries and more.

Stay

7 Exciting Events to Attend at the Clifden Arts Festival This Month

Next week from the 17th–27th September, the Clifden Arts Festival will kick off its 49th year of bringing world-class artists to the heart of Connemara.

Beauty & Wellness

Six West of Ireland Spa Packages Worth Booking This Autumn

The West of Ireland is home to some of the country's most beautiful hotels and spas, each with their own charm.