What’s On – Events in Galway

Turas Chonamara invites you to discover the Irish language and landscape of the Conamara Gaeltacht at your own pace.

Follow the an Áit ab Áil Liom digital audio map to immerse yourself in the region’s stories, songs and music while walking the land from which they sprang. Eavesdrop on the secret life of Conamara on the Faoi Rún landscape art and storytelling trail, which appears in the rain. Get to know the Gaeltacht’s people and traditions through Siúlach Scéalach’s specially commissioned performances, workshops and concerts.

These intimate experiences capture the deep connection between the land and its people and the unique sense of place of the Conamara Gaeltacht.

Date & Time:

1 Feb 2020 – 31 Dec 2020

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Galway City Museum will be the lead partner on Monument – a project that celebrates the cultural landscapes and visual language of islands in Europe. With a primary focus on the stone forts of Aran, this innovative project will investigate some of Europe’s most impressive stone monuments located on some of Europe’s smallest islands. This project will represent the communities that created these massive monuments and work with the scientists and scholars who have investigated them – focusing on what has endured and what has been lost.

Date & Time:

1 Mar 2020 – 31 Dec 2020

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Trad on the Prom is a contemporary Irish show featuring an electrifying mix of traditional Irish music, song and dance. Shows each Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday night at Leisureland Theatre, Salthill, Galway.

Now in its sixteenth consecutive season, Trad on the Prom retains its position as Ireland’s Number 1 music, song and dance experience. Trad on the Prom celebrates the passion of Ireland’s past with a contemporary production, featuring world class music, song and dance derived from the pulsating energy that has survived from the dawn of Celtic mysticism to become the record breaking phenomenon it is today.

DATES & TIMES: Trad on the Prom takes place every Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday, from 8.30pm until late September.

Pre-booking of tickets is advised as the show regularly sells out.

‘Two hours of sheer brilliance. If you ever thought Irish music and dancing weren’t sexy and cool, go – and be converted’ The Irish Times

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For more information, please visit www.tradontheprom.com or contact 091 582860.

Mise Eire The Show takes the audience on a journey through Ireland’s rich past. Visiting fascinating characters such as Grace O’Malley, The Pirate Queen of Connacht and Cu Chulainn the Irish Warrior, this production boasts stunning examples of Irish traditional music, song and dance. Visit the famous fishing village of The Claddagh and hear the story of the Claddagh ring. Stand on the steps of the GPO during the 1916 Easter Rising and come aboard a ship during the 1800’s when Irish People left Ireland in the search of a better life in America.

The show features a cast of award winning singers, dancers and musicians. A lot of the cast have toured extensively with productions such as Riverdance, Lord of The Dance and The Women of Ireland.

A must see for locals and visitors alike.

*Show dates and locations
June 24th – August 28th 2020– The Galmont Hotel, Galway City.
Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday nights at 8.30pm
(excluding July 29th, 30th & 31st)

September 2nd – October 1st – An Taibhdhearc Theatre, Galway City.
Monday and Tuesday nights at 8.30pm

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Loughrea Medieval Festival is a 3 day festival which takes place from 23rd to 25th August 2019. This years festival is being held during National Heritage Week and comprises of scenes of everyday life in Medieval Loughrea, as well as being jam-packed with fun events and performances. The theme for this years festival is the ‘Gathering of the Clans’ and is being held during National Heritage Week and comprises of scenes of everyday life in Medieval Loughrea, as well as being jam-packed with fun events and performances.

Thanks to partnership with the Heritage Council, Irish Walled Towns Network, and Galway County Council, all events on Saturday and Sunday are free of charge. With events ranging from a medieval clan banquet and engaging talks, puppet shows and an exciting digital 3D model of Medieval Loughrea, a special commemorative coin and traditional games, there is something to keep the whole family entertained.

Date & Time:  August 2020

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