# Festivals in Galway 2026 | Culture & Street Fairs

- **Subtitle**: Your guide to festivals in Galway 2026 — cultural celebrations, street fairs and food festivals. Find dates, locations and what to expect.
- **Category**: Festivals
- **Type**: category

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## About

The best things to do in the world include attending top-notch festivals in Galway. Be it a rocking music festival or scrumptious food festival in Galway, you will have a gala time of your life with a few of your close friends or your family. With the best of fun, entertainment, and food, the experience in festivals lets the enthusiasts immerse in the local culture and vibe. Ranging from the biggest outdoor beach parties to crazy music festivals, the festivals fall under various categories to suit everybody’s tastes. If you are looking for the best events and festivals in Galway listed on one platform - we have you covered.

Immerse yourself in the mega dance festivals, electrifying music festivals, theatre & film festivals, quirky local festivals and more with us!

## Festivals Events in Galway

- **Event Name**: Dónal Dineen’s Backstory
  - **Description**: This event follows directly after the screening of Dónal Dineen’s Once upon a story.About this EventAcclaimed Irish DJ Dónal Dineen’s Backstory Dance has been a mainstay of the club music scene for the past decade.
  - **Date**: Fri Sep 25 2026 at 10:00 pm – Sat Sep 26 2026 at 01:30 am (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/galway/dónal-dineens-backstory/100001999933411671
  - **Venue**: The Mick Lally Theatre
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  - **Price**: EUR 12
  - **Categories**: fitness, Art, Entertainment, Festivals, Music, Theatre
- **Event Name**: Oysome Oyster Masterclass | Galway Oyster Festival
  - **Description**: Hands-on oyster shucking class with Sarah Browne. Suitable for beginners or those looking to refine their shucking skills.About this EventLearn to shuck, serve and taste premium Irish oysters in this hands-on masterclass
  - **Date**: Sun Sep 27 2026 at 04:00 pm – Sun Sep 27 2026 at 05:00 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/galway/oysome-oyster-masterclass-galway-oyster-festival/100002000003478242
  - **Venue**: Massimo Bar Galway
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  - **Price**: EUR 12
  - **Categories**: festivals, workshops
- **Event Name**: Misleór Festival of Nomadic Cultures 2026
  - **Description**: We're delighted to announce the dates for Misleór 2026!

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  - **Date**: Thu Sep 24 2026 at 12:00 am – Sun Sep 27 2026 at 03:00 am (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/galway/misleór-festival-of-nomadic-cultures-2026/200030313433700
  - **Venue**: 1 The Plaza, Headford Rd, Galway, Ireland
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  - **Categories**: festivals
- **Event Name**: DIVISION PRESENTS: DUSKY - Signals Tour
  - **Description**: Division is delighted to welcome Dusky to The Loft, Galway on December 3rd as part of their Signals Tour.About this EventOver the last decade, Dusky have established themselves as one of electronic music's most respected
  - **Date**: Thu Dec 03 2026 at 09:30 pm – Fri Dec 04 2026 at 02:00 am (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/galway/division-presents-dusky-signals-tour/100001992452136977
  - **Venue**: Seven Bridgestreet
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  - **Price**: EUR 15
  - **Categories**: fitness, Festivals
- **Event Name**: Glenamaddy Show
  - **Description**: Lawnmower racing at the Glenamaddy Show is fast, fun, and full of laughs! Watch competitors on ride-on mowers (blades removed for safety) battle it out on a grassy track, roaring around corners and competing  for victory in a light-hearted, family-friendl
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  - **Date**: Sun Oct 04 2026 at 11:00 am (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/galway/glenamaddy-show/200029770414752
  - **Venue**: Glenamaddy Equestrian Centre
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  - **Categories**: Sports
- **Event Name**: Galway Docklands Festival
  - **Description**: ⚓ Galway Docklands Festival 2026 🌊

Join us at Galway Docks, 19 & 20 September, for a weekend celebrating Galway’s maritime heritage – with boat trips, sailing, seafood, workshops, family activities and plenty of action on the water!

💙 In support of
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  - **Date**: Sun Sep 20 2026 at 11:00 am – Sun Sep 20 2026 at 04:00 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/galway/galway-docklands-festival/200030706644142
  - **Venue**: Galway Bay Seafoods
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  - **Categories**: festivals, workshops
- **Event Name**: Galway Handmade & Artisan Festival
  - **Description**: Showcase your products, connect with eager shoppers, and grow your brand—secure your spot and sell at our vibrant vendor event!About this EventWelcome to the 2026–2027 Art & Craft ShowsExperience a lively series of th
  - **Date**: Fri Nov 20 2026 at 10:00 am – Fri Nov 20 2026 at 05:00 pm (+03:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/galway/galway-handmade-and-artisan-festival/100002000330732067
  - **Venue**: St. Nicholas' Market
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: fitness, Art, Business, Festivals
- **Event Name**: Going Coastal 2026 @ Roísín Dubh
  - **Description**: The opening night of the Going Coastal Weekender 2026 takes over both floors of Róisín Dubh. Early Bird tickets €10.About this EventGoing Coastal returns to Róisín Dubh on Friday 6 November
  - **Date**: Fri Nov 06 2026 at 07:00 pm – Fri Nov 06 2026 at 11:30 pm (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/galway/going-coastal-2026-roísín-dubh/100001997148079668
  - **Venue**: Róisín Dubh
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  - **Price**: EUR 12 to 17
  - **Categories**: fitness, Art
- **Event Name**: Muzongué Afro Latin- 3rd edition
  - **Description**: 🔥 MUZONGUÉ WEEKENDER 2027 🔥
Celebrating Afro-Latin Heritage

Muzongué Weekender is coming to Galway from 29–31 January 2027 for an unforgettable celebration of Afro-Latin dance, music, culture and community.

Get ready for three days filled with inspiring
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  - **Date**: Fri Jan 29 2027 at 02:00 am – Mon Feb 01 2027 at 10:00 pm (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/galway/muzongué-afro-latin-3rd-edition/200030446157522
  - **Venue**: SultUniGalway
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  - **Categories**: dance, art, entertainment, workshops
- **Event Name**: Connacht Girls Festival - Glenlo Abbey Hotel & GC - Galway
  - **Description**: Connacht Girl's Festival - Glenlo Abbey Hotel & GC, GalwayAbout this EventGolf Ireland is thrilled to bring their Girls Golf Festival to Glenlo Abbey Hotel & Golf Club during the Mid-Term break.This event i
  - **Date**: Sat Oct 24 2026 at 11:30 am – Sat Oct 24 2026 at 03:30 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/galway/connacht-girls-festival-glenlo-abbey-hotel-and-gc-galway/100001990972146285
  - **Venue**: Glenlo Abbey Hotel and Estate
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  - **Price**: EUR 10
  - **Categories**: fitness, Sports, Festivals
- **Event Name**: Corrandulla Show 2027
  - **Description**: Join us in marking the 50th year of the Corrandulla Show on Sunday 27/06/2027. 
More details to come over few months. In particular our Hoolie in the Hall on Saturday 29th of May with Derek Ryan & his band as the Launch night of our 50th Show. (subjec
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  - **Date**: Sun Jun 27 2027 at 10:00 am (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/galway/corrandulla-show-2027/200030374033025
  - **Venue**: Corrandulla, Co. Galway Ireland, Galway, Ireland
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  - **Categories**: music, entertainment

## 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**: Galway Freshers Traffic Light Party 2026 - Presented by WKD
  - **Description**: Galway Freshers Traffic Light Party takes over Seven for one huge night of Freshers Week! Wear red, amber or green and get ready for a packed dancefloor and massive Freshers atmosphere.
No tickets will be available on the door.
Previous Freshers events so
  - **Venue**: Multiple venues
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- **Event Name**: Sixpence None The Richer Live at Róisín Dubh
  - **Description**: Sixpence None the Richer are renowned for their distinctive blend of indie-rock and introspective songwriting. With a gorgeous sound that is anchored in Leigh Nash’s unmistakable vocals and Matt Slocum’s intricate guitar work, their live performances leav
  - **Venue**: Dominick Street, Galway, Ireland H91 N4AP
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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**: Galway Murder Mystery: Solve the case!
  - **Description**: Highlights 🕵️ Become a detective for the day with just your phone 🧩 Solve clues across 12 iconic Galway locations 🎭 Immersive storyline featuring suspects, secrets, and suspense General Info 📅 Date & Time: Start any day of the week, anytime—preferably
  - **Venue**: Eyre Square
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- **Event Name**: Dónal Dineen’s Backstory
  - **Description**: This event follows directly after the screening of Dónal Dineen’s Once upon a story.About this EventAcclaimed Irish DJ Dónal Dineen’s Backstory Dance has been a mainstay of the club music scene for the past decade.
  - **Venue**: The Mick Lally Theatre
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- **Event Name**: Outpost Comedy Club Galway - Every Monday Night!
  - **Description**: Outpost Comedy clubs bring big laughs to Galways Westend every Monday night with Irelands best comedians as well as emerging talent!About this EventOutpost Comedy Club is one of Irelands most exciting stand up comedy nigh
  - **Venue**: Monroe's Tavern
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- **Event Name**: The Market H91 | Galway Vintage Market — September
  - **Description**: GALWAY’S BEST INDOOR VINTAGE MARKET 💜

The Market H91 is back at Electric Galway on Saturday, 5 September, bringing together some of the best vintage sellers, independent traders, artists and creatives from Galway and beyond.

Expect rails packed with inc
  - **Venue**: Electric Galway
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- **Event Name**: Kirtan & Satsang with Swami Anashuya
  - **Description**: Join us for an uplifting afternoon of Kirtan and Satsang with Swami Anashuya in Galway!About this EventLooking for something soulful and uplifting? Join us for an afternoon of Kirtan (devotional call-and-response singing)
  - **Venue**: Croi Nua Spirituality Centre
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Festivals events in Galway?
  - **A:** Dónal Dineen’s Backstory (Fri Sep 25 2026 at 10:00 pm at The Mick Lally Theatre), Oysome Oyster Masterclass | Galway Oyster Festival (Sun Sep 27 2026 at 04:00 pm at Massimo Bar Galway), Misleór Festival of Nomadic Cultures 2026 (Thu Sep 24 2026 at 12:00 am at 1 The Plaza, Headford Rd, Galway, Ireland), DIVISION PRESENTS: DUSKY - Signals Tour (Thu Dec 03 2026 at 09:30 pm at Seven Bridgestreet), Glenamaddy Show (Sun Oct 04 2026 at 11:00 am at Glenamaddy Equestrian Centre).
- **Q**: What are the top free Festivals events in Galway?
  - **A:** Galway Handmade & Artisan Festival (Fri Nov 20 2026 at 10:00 am at St. Nicholas' Market).
- **Q**: What Festivals events are happening in Galway today September 20, 2026?
  - **A:** Galway Docklands Festival (Sun Sep 20 2026 at 11:00 am at Galway Bay Seafoods).
- **Q**: What Festivals events are happening in Galway this weekend September 18–20, 2026?
  - **A:** Galway Docklands Festival (Sun Sep 20 2026 at 11:00 am at Galway Bay Seafoods).
- **Q**: What Festivals events are happening in Galway in September 2026?
  - **A:** Dónal Dineen’s Backstory (Fri Sep 25 2026 at 10:00 pm at The Mick Lally Theatre), Oysome Oyster Masterclass | Galway Oyster Festival (Sun Sep 27 2026 at 04:00 pm at Massimo Bar Galway), Misleór Festival of Nomadic Cultures 2026 (Thu Sep 24 2026 at 12:00 am at 1 The Plaza, Headford Rd, Galway, Ireland), Galway Docklands Festival (Sun Sep 20 2026 at 11:00 am at Galway Bay Seafoods).
- **Q**: How can I find Festivals events in Galway?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Festivals 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 Festivals 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 Festivals events in Galway?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Festivals events in Galway include The Mick Lally Theatre, Massimo Bar Galway, 1 The Plaza, Headford Rd, Galway, Ireland.
- **Q**: What is the price range for Festivals events in Galway?
  - **A:** Prices for Festivals events in Galway range from EUR 10 to EUR 17. Many events also offer free entry.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Festivals events in Galway?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Festivals events in Galway include Architecture at the Edge, Oysome, Misleór.
- **Q**: Are there any online Festivals events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Festivals 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 Festivals events in Galway?
  - **A:** Follow the Festivals category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Festivals events are listed in Galway.

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