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Five Reads to Bring You Closer to the West
From captivating new releases to gems you might have missed, we've rounded up five beautiful books and three cookbooks to deepen your connection to the West.
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Irish Book Week: Galway Author Catherine Doyle On the Reads That Shaped Her
Irish Book Week kicks off this Saturday, celebrating Irish literature across the country. We caught up with ambassador and author Catherine Doyle to chat about the books that shaped her.
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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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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.
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5 WTAF!? Performances You Won't Want to Miss
After a successful first year, the Westend Theatre and Arts Festival (WTAF!?) is back and better than ever.
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From the Venice Biennale to Galway International Arts Festival: The Story Behind Assembly
The Galway International Arts Festival kicked off yesterday with an extraordinary collection of work stretching across the city, from live music and theatre to art exhibitions and installations.
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Art, Culture and Innovation: University of Galway's New Institute for Creativity
Last month University of Galway officially launched their Institute for Creativity, a brand new initiative that hopes to “harness culture and creativity” on Ireland’s west coast.
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Don't Miss this New Podcast Series Exploring the West's Best Bookshops
Kenny's, Charlie Byrne's and Books At One feature in a a new six-part podcast exploring Ireland’s rich tradition of independent bookselling.
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The Galway Film Fleadh 2026 Highlights Are Here
The Galway Film Fleadh have unveiled the first highlights for their 38th festival, which will take place next month in Galway’s Town Hall Theatre and Pálás Cinema.
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3 Iconic Aniar Dishes You’ll Never Forget
As Jp McMahon’s Michelin-starred Galway restaurant celebrates 15 extraordinary years, we revisit five of the dishes that made Aniar so renowned.
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What to See at GIAF this Week
From Patti Smith and The Flaming Lips at the Big Top to Druid, NoFit State circus and free citywide exhibitions, here’s our edit of what to see at Galway International Arts Festival 2026.
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5 Podcasts with a Galway Connection to Add to Your Queue
From Galway-based hosts to stories rooted in west, these podcasts (and one standalone episode) offer a snapshot of life, creativity and conversation across the region.
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Here's What Not to Miss in Galway in May
Theatre, trad music, circus, outdoor adventures and more – our curated guide to what's on in Galway and the West this month.
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A New Bealtaine Festival Is Taking Over Galway This Weekend
Fleadh na Bealtaine arrives in Galway from Thursday 30 April to Monday 4 May, with live music, dancing, street performances, workshops, storytelling and food events across the city for all the family to enjoy.
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Heading to Cúirt This Weekend? Here are 10 Events You Won’t Want to Miss
Galway's literary festival is in full swing. Here's our edit of the ten events –workshops, readings and tributes – worth your time this weekend.
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The 8 Books Everyone Should Read in 2026, According to Kennys staff
With Cúirt kicking off, many Galwegians already have books on the brain. We asked the staff of Kennys Bookshop & Art Gallery for their top recommendations to help you stay on top of your reading goal this year.
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How Galway's Women’s Shed Project is Bringing People Together
In Galway Westend, one group helping women to grow in confidence, creativity and connection is the award-winning Bothán Ban Chathair na Gaillimhe.
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This Spooky Video Game Set in the West of Ireland is Getting Rave Reviews
The Séance of Blake Manor was only released this week, but has already garnered buzz from The Guardian, Forbes, New York Times and more.
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Six Movies Set in the West of Ireland: Discover Galway on Film
From The Quiet Man to The Banshees of Inisherin, our film picks will remind you of how beautiful the West of Ireland landscape is (even if it’s too wet and windy to see for yourself!).
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Meet Bríd Ní Neachtain: Champion of Irish Stories On Stage and Screen
From her breakout role in Dancing at Lughnasa to Banshees of Inisherin, Bríd Ní Neachtain has always been drawn to telling women’s stories.