6 Cultural Events to Celebrate This Halloween in Galway
Running from the 10th of October to the 1st of November, the festival will take over Galway for its second year running, bringing culture, folklore, art and installation to the city.
From spook-tacular storytelling to vibrant light shows and children’s art workshops , we've rounded up seven cultural events to immerse yourself in this Halloween.
Time by Luxmuralis
Time by Luxmuralis is an internationally acclaimed light show which will make its Galway debut from the 23rd to the 31st of October.
A wholly immersive experience, it celebrates creativity and culture through a unique use of light, sound, storytelling and architecture. Located in St. Nicholas Collegiate Church, this family-friendly event is one that you won’t want to miss.
Play & Create Workshops
To get a little messy this Halloween, check out the “Play & Create” Art Room 109 Workshops. Held by experienced art teacher Kate Kelly, they invite children of all abilities (and their parents) to create open ended art – spooky or sweet!
These hands-on workshops will take place on the 11th and 17th of October in the Galway Rowing Club in Woodquay, and are suitable for children up to the age of twelve.
Spooky Samhain Tales
Known for his storytelling in the Crane Bar, Rab Fulton will be putting a spooky spin on his beautiful folklore stories to mark the occasion.
Spooky Samhain Tales will take place in Galway City Museum on the 29th of October from 1.30pm to 2pm and 2.15pm to 2.45pm.
The Dark History Tour
Have you ever been curious about what secrets Galway city might hold? The Dark History Tour might just have your answer.
An immersive evening led by knowledgeable guides, it aims to uncover the crimes and folklore of Galway City’s streets. For those looking to embark on a dark history journey, it will be carried out on different dates throughout the rest of the month, and is best suitable for those aged 12 and up.
Shapeshifters Exhibition
The Shapeshifters Exhibition by Shona Shirley McDonald is a free event taking place in Outset Gallery from the 10th-18th of October.
This enchanting exhibition invites you to take a mystical journey alongside unique characters, other worlds and includes elements from Shona’s new book The Amazing Jam. This exhibition also features the work of other Irish artists and is suitable for children and the young at heart.
A Gathering of Souls
This year’s Gaillimh Ah-Boo! Festival will end on a high note with the help of the Mexican Community in Galway.
A Gathering of Souls looks to combine both the rich heritage of Ireland and Mexico through live music and a parade through the Streets of Galway City. This celebration will take place on the 1st of November from 6pm in the streets of Galway.
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