Events in Galway
Stay At Oranmore Lodge Hotel
Discover the very best that Galway, and stay with us at the 4 Star Oranmore Lodge Hotel. Galway City and County are famous the whole world over for hosting many recognisable festivals and events throughout the calendar year. Festivals such as The Galway Races and Galway International Arts Festival to name but a few. Over the years, the local population of Galway has worked hard to ensure that all festivals and events in Galway gain a reputation unmatched elsewhere on the island of Ireland.
After your day of exploring the events and festivals in Galway, return to the Oranmore Lodge Hotel and unwind in absolute luxury in our guestrooms. There is no better way to relax than with our comfortable beds topped with fluffy pillows and crisp linen, which guarantees you a fantastic night’s sleep. Wake up and dine on our breakfast menu in Butler’s Bistro, which will prepare you for the exciting day today. All of our guests gain complimentary access to our leisure centre facilities, to help you unwind and relax during your stay with us.
As seasons change, so do the events that fill the streets and towns of Galway, The Oranmore Lodge Hotel is the perfect location for any visitors planning on attending these wonderful occasions. Only 15 minutes from Galway City centre and the towns that surround it. Check out the events we have compiled below and will continue to update as festivals are announced.
Events and Festivals in Galway
Cúirt International Festival Of Literature
16th - 21st April 2024
The Cúirt International Festival of Literature provides a forum for readers and writers to reflect, engage and debate.
READ MOREGalway Early Music Festival
24th - 25th May 2024
Galway Early Music (GEM) has been promoting the best of medieval, renaissance and baroque music making in Galway since 1996.
READ MORETrad on the Prom
May - September 2024
Head to Salthill to be swept away by this music, song and dance extravaganza.
READ MOREGalway Film Fleadh
9th - 14th July 2024
Galway Film Fleadh is a week-long international film festival taking place every July in Galway.
READ MOREGalway International Arts Festival
17th - 28th July 2024
Enjoy two weeks of Summer and discover Artists, Musicians, Actors, Writers & Performers in Galway.
Read MoreSaw Doctors
Saturday 27th & Sunday 28th July
The Saw Doctors will play the Heineken® Big Top, as part of Galway International Arts Festival on Saturday 27th & Sunday 28th July.
READ MOREGalway Airport Summer Sessions
August 2024
Galway Airport ‘Summer Sessions’ will play host to 10 top music acts in August 2024
READ MOREClarenbridge Oyster Festival
6th - 8th September 2024
The Galway International Oyster & Seafood Festival is an annual four day event held each year on the last weekend of September in the centre of Galway City.
Read MoreGalway Comedy Festival
October 2024
Ireland’s (and also the EU’s) biggest comedy festival with 70+ shows over 7 days & fun filled nights, and their audience numbers continue to grow.
READ MOREGalway Christmas Market
2024 Dates TBC
Visit Galway's annual Christmas Market in Eyre Square. Enjoy the street market that sells a range of items, including a variety of food from around the world.
Read MoreGalway Races Summer Festival
28th July – 3rd August 2025
Regarded as Ireland's largest horse racing festival, the Galway Races takes place in July every year. The Galway Race summer festival is not one to be missed!
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