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Galway & The West

Events in Galway & The West

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EventsGuide was updated: July 8, 2025
Galway is renowned for its vibrant calendar of events throughout the year, offering something for everyone. From cultural festivals to music and sports events, Galway embraces its reputation as a hub of entertainment and celebration.
Galway International Oyster Festival

Galway International Oyster Festival

Get ready to indulge in a weekend of fun and mouth-watering seafood where the oyster takes centre stage at the Galway International Oyster & Seafood Festival. Held annually on the last weekend of September in the heart of Galway City, this festival features the freshest seafood that your taste buds have ever experienced, live music, oyster opening competitions, as well as cookery demos by both national and local chefs, making sure that there is something for everyone to enjoy.

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Gaelforce West

Gaelforce West

Held in mid-June, in the Connemara region, Gaelforce West stands as the world's largest one-day adventure race of its kind. This multi-sport event combines cycling, running, hiking, and kayaking, offering competitors a one-of-a-kind test of endurance. Spanning approximately 66km, the course winds its way from the breathtaking Lough Inagh Valley in Connemara all the way to Westport. Participants will encounter notable challenges along the route, including crossing the majestic Killary Fjord and conquering the renowned holy mountain of Croagh Patrick.

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