# Christmas Events, Markets & Things to Do in Galway

- **Subtitle**: Celebrate Christmas 2026 in Galway with festive markets, holiday parties, Christmas dinners, family activities, Santa experiences, Christmas lights, live shows, brunches, concerts, and seasonal events. Discover the best things to do and book your tickets online.
- **Category**: Christmas
- **Display Name**: Christmas events
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## About

Celebrate Christmas [YEAR] in [CITY] with festive markets, Christmas Eve parties, holiday dinners, Santa meet-and-greets, Christmas lights, concerts, carol performances, family-friendly activities, brunches, winter festivals, and seasonal attractions. Whether you're planning a cozy family outing or a festive night out, discover the best Christmas events and things to do in [CITY].

## Christmas Events in Galway

- **Event Name**: Candlelight: Christmas Classics
  - **Description**: ⭐ Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Galway. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Christmas Classics at Saint Nicholas' Collegiate Church under the
  - **Date**: Sat Dec 12 2026 at 08:30 pm – Sat Dec 12 2026 at 10:30 pm (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/galway/candlelight-christmas-classics/2700030035707324
  - **Venue**: Saint Nicholas' Collegiate Church
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  - **Price**: EUR 21 to 49
  - **Categories**: Entertainment, Concerts, Music, performances, Art
- **Event Name**: Candlelight: Christmas Movie Soundtracks | Galway
  - **Description**: 👉 Tickets https://tinyurl.com/candlt-christmas-movie-soun-4

⭐ Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Galway. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Chri
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  - **Date**: Sat Dec 12 2026 at 05:30 pm (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/galway/candlelight-christmas-movie-soundtracks-galway/200030143926940
  - **Venue**: Saint Nicholas' Collegiate Church, St. Nicholas Collegiate Church, Lombard Street, Galway
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  - **Categories**: christmas, entertainment, candlelight-concerts, concerts, performances, music, live-music, holiday
- **Event Name**: Deirdre O'Kane in Athenry 21 Nov 2026
  - **Description**: DEIRDRE O’KANE - ALL THE RAGE 
Following last year’s sold out show Deirdre is back with a new show.
Deirdre O’Kane grabs the zeitgeist once again with a brand new show in a world that feels decidedly off kilter. She contrasts everyday domestic failures wi
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  - **Date**: Sat Nov 21 2026 at 07:00 pm (+00:00)
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  - **Venue**: Raheen Woods Hotel
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  - **Categories**: christmas

## Trending Events in Galway

- **Event Name**: The Luminosa String Orchestra
  - **Description**: ...an unforgettable evening awaits you. With guest conductor Christopher George...Bach, Mozart, Nielsen, Shostakovich.Draíocht II – The Alchemy of Music is an evening of passion, power and musical magic. Guest Conductor Christopher
  - **Venue**: St Nicholas Collegiate Church, Galway
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- **Event Name**: Christy Moore in Cathair na Gaillimhe
  - **Description**: 🎶 The Ultimate Christy Moore Experience LIVE at Leisureland—This Friday, September 18, 2026! 🎶
It's that time of the year where everyone wants to have a musical breath! Your favorite, Christy Moore is hitting Leisur
  - **Venue**: Leisureland
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- **Event Name**: Candlelight: Ed Sheeran & Coldplay
  - **Description**: ⭐ Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Galway. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Ed Sheeran Meets Coldplay at Saint Nicholas' Collegiate Church un
  - **Venue**: Saint Nicholas' Collegiate Church
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- **Event Name**: Christy Moore
  - **Description**: Nearby AttractionsChristy Moore has 7 upcoming events.AccessibilityPlease purchase standard tickets for this event and accessible customers will be accommodated on the night of the performance by the venue staff
  - **Venue**: LEISURELAND
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- **Event Name**: Medtronic Streets of Galway 8k
  - **Description**: We have had an amazing first day of entries for what will be the biggest ever Medtronic Streets of Galway 8k! You do not want to miss this view, you do not want to miss this race, so don't hang around! Enter now & book your spot on the start line!
  - **Venue**: Claddagh, Galway, Ireland
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- **Event Name**: Candlelight: Tribute to Fleetwood Mac
  - **Description**: ⭐ Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Galway. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Fleetwood Mac at Saint Nicholas' Collegiate Church under the gent
  - **Venue**: Saint Nicholas' Collegiate Church
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- **Event Name**: Candlelight: Christmas Classics
  - **Description**: ⭐ Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Galway. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Christmas Classics at Saint Nicholas' Collegiate Church under the
  - **Venue**: Saint Nicholas' Collegiate Church
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- **Event Name**: Galway Freshers Move In Party 2026
  - **Description**: Whether you've just picked up your keys, moved into halls, met your flatmates or arrived in Galway for the very first time, this is your chance to meet new people, make friends and kick-start your college experience the right way.
Join students from colle
  - **Venue**: Venue TBA
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- **Event Name**: Foy Vance in Cathair na Gaillimhe
  - **Description**: 🎶 Don't Miss Foy Vance Live in Galway on Friday, October 30, 2026! 🎶
Are you ready to experience Foy Vance like never before? With chart-topping hits like She Burns, Sapling and Guiding Light and 245.6K+ devoted fan
  - **Venue**: Town Hall Theatre
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Christmas events in Galway?
  - **A:** Candlelight: Christmas Classics (Sat Dec 12 2026 at 08:30 pm at Saint Nicholas' Collegiate Church), Candlelight: Christmas Movie Soundtracks | Galway (Sat Dec 12 2026 at 05:30 pm at Saint Nicholas' Collegiate Church, St. Nicholas Collegiate Church, Lombard Street, Galway), Deirdre O'Kane in Athenry 21 Nov 2026 (Sat Nov 21 2026 at 07:00 pm at Raheen Woods Hotel).
- **Q**: How can I find Christmas events in Galway?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Christmas events in Galway on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Christmas events in Galway?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for Christmas events in Galway?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Christmas events in Galway include Saint Nicholas' Collegiate Church, Saint Nicholas' Collegiate Church, St. Nicholas Collegiate Church, Lombard Street, Galway, Raheen Woods Hotel.
- **Q**: What is the price range for Christmas events in Galway?
  - **A:** Prices for Christmas events in Galway range from EUR 21 to EUR 49. Many events also offer free entry.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Christmas events in Galway?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Christmas events in Galway include Feverup Events, Fun See Do, Colm McCabe Promotions & Hospitality Events.
- **Q**: Are there any online Christmas events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Christmas events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new Christmas events in Galway?
  - **A:** Follow the Christmas category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Christmas events are listed in Galway.

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