Women in Galway City are invited to participate in free self-protection and defence classes, starting in September 2025. Presented by Black Dragon Kickboxing Certified Personal Trainer and Instructor, Pete Foley, participants will learn practical techniques to boost confidence, situational awareness, and self-protection skills.
The 2nd annual Galway Climate Festival 10-14 September (www.GalwayClimateFestival.ie) is inviting everyone—families, artists, businesses, students, and communities across the West of Ireland and beyond—to come together for an inspiring celebration of climate action, creativity, and collective hope.
The Historic Thatched Buildings Grant – HTB / BHIS is now open for applications for grant funding for works to historic thatch buildings in Galway City.
The 2026 Built Heritage Investment Scheme (BHIS) is now open for applications for grant funding for works to Protected structures, Structures within Architectural Conservation Areas, Vernacular Buildings and Historic Shopfronts in Galway City.
National Heritage Week is one of Ireland’s largest cultural events. It brings together communities and cultural institutions, academics and enthusiasts, to build awareness about the value of heritage and support its conservation.
