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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.
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Your Guide to a Spectacular September in Galway
The summer may be over, but Galway's cultural calendar continues to provide a bounty of brilliant experiences all year round.
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Your Guide to Camping in the West of Ireland
From the must-have gear to the most beautiful spots to pitch your tent, this is your West of Ireland camping guide.
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Pride, Protest, and a Really Good Party: Galway's Queer Club Night Cultúr/Riot
Galway native Ciara May is a cultural producer and DJ who grew up in the “free party scene”, inspiring her to start her very own club night: Cultúr/Riot.
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9 Gorgeous Galway Pride Events on This Week
Galway Pride is well underway, and there's lots of different ways to enjoy all of the love and joy the festival brings.
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Soak in the Last Bit of Summer this August in Galway
With good eats and even better fun, you definitely won’t be left wondering what to do this month.
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Continuing a Tradition: Aran Currach Experience
Two friends from Inis Oírr are teaching visitors how to build the boats their grandfathers built.
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Spend a Perfect West of Ireland Day with Doolin Ferry
A scenic drive, a smooth Atlantic crossing, a day on Inis Mór and the Cliffs of Moher from the water; Doolin Ferry turns a west of Ireland day trip into something special.
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7 Totally Free GIAF Events You Can Attend This Week
While GIAF is coming to an end this week, it’s not too late to catch some of the amazing performances and events on the line-up.
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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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6 Surprising Ways to Explore Inis Mór This Summer
Planning your Aran Island escape? From biking and hiking to scuba diving and 4x4 off road adventuring, here are some fun, fresh ways to enjoy the delights of Inis Mór.
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Your July Galway Guide for Music, Art and More
It's a great month for art, culture and general fun stuff in Galway – and we’ve got the top picks for everything you won’t want to miss out on.
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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 Studio Galway: Explore The West End’s New Creative Hub
A new space has opened in the heart of the West End, and their summer supper club series is set to be a highlight of the season.
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7 Stunning Glamping Spots in The West of Ireland
When it comes to glamping, the West of Ireland is one of the most well-equipped places in the world to enjoy both the outdoors and a little luxury.
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Rooted in the River: The New Dance Show Inspired by the Corrib River and Galway Bay
A beautiful new dance theatre production will take to the stage next week at the University of Galway, inspired by our city's waterways.
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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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June in Galway: The Best Bits To See And Do This Month
Summer is officially here, and our calendars are about to be bursting with all of the gorgeous cultural events and goings-on happening in Galway.
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Hit the Road: 16 Stops to Add to your West of Ireland Roadtrip Map
We’ve compiled some of the best pitstops along the west coast that we can’t wait to visit this summer – from sun-drenched swim spots to ‘gram-worthy views and eateries that champion the best of what the shoreline has to offer.
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This Viral Dating Event Is Coming To Galway
Calling every Galweigan who is sick to death of swiping! After three sold out dates in Dublin, the viral live dating event Date My Mate is coming to Galway.