Galway City Council, with the generous support of the Heritage Council, is delighted to present an exciting lineup of free heritage events throughout November 2026. Whether you are a history enthusiast or an educator looking to inspire your students, come explore the rich history, archaeology, and culture right on your doorstep.
Positive Ageing Week (25 September - 2 October) is an annual celebration of the vital and varied contributions older people make to their communities, and an opportunity to challenge ageism. This year's theme, 'Connecting Generations', invites us to build connections, challenge stereotypes and recognise the value, experience and contribution of older people.
Galway City Council is inviting residents to a new series of Energy Efficiency Evenings taking place across the city throughout 2026. These free, community-focused events will give residents the opportunity to learn more about improving home energy performance, reducing energy bills, and discovering practical retrofit options.
#BeActive Night is a vibrant celebration encouraging people of all ages to have fun, whilst being active.
Come join us for an exciting Colour Run on Saturday, 26 September, commencing at Ladies Beach in Salthill.
Galway will welcome senior European policymakers, business leaders, regional authorities, researchers and enterprise agencies this autumn as it hosts a flagship conference examining the future of regional competitiveness, innovation and sustainable economic growth across Europe.
Galway City Council has unveiled An Gairdín Síorghrá, The Garden of Eternal Love, a new memorial garden at Quincentennial Park, Salthill, dedicated to supporting families who have experienced pregnancy loss, infant loss, and baby loss.
