The twenty first edition of Culture Night will take place on Friday 18 September 2026. Culture Night / Oíche Chultúir is brought to you by the Arts Council; and managed and delivered locally by Galway City Arts Office. it is a national moment, celebrating culture, creativity and the arts and seeks to actively promote the belief that this rich and varied culture is alive, treasured and nurtured in people’s lives, today and every day.
Galway City Council Arts Office aims to support events in Galway Central, City East and City West.
We welcome events that celebrate Galway’s rich culture and identity. In addition to this, from July 2026, Ireland will hold the Presidency of the Council of the European Union, so we would also welcome applications that highlight Ireland’s role in the European Union. We also aim to support events that encourage and support diversity as well as events that ensure late-night offerings become a feature of the evening time culture and economy of Galway City.
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The deadline for applications is 4th June 2026 at 4pm.
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Events must take place in Galway City on Friday, September 18th, 2026, and must be free of charge.
If you need help to complete and submit your application, please contact CultureNight@galwaycity.ie.
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