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17 Mar
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Galway Business School
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Galway Business School
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Business Programmes in Galway, Ireland
Business Programmes in Galway, Ireland
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St Patricks Day Parade Galway
5:36p.m. 17th March 2026
The St Patrick’s Festival parade in Galway on March 17th will mark the highlight of a 4 day celebration of Irish culture and will serve as a platform to showcase the creativity of local artists and community groups. The parade starts at 11.30am and runs through Galway city centre for over 1 hour. The theme for the parade is yet to be confirmed but it will see up to 3000 participants taking part in what will be a colourful spectacle throughout the city centre. The event aims to celebrate Galway’s diverse culture and talent through an inclusive programme of events. Expect many additional events to be held throughout the city over the bank holiday weekend. Parade Route for 2026 The parade route (first used in 2019) will remain in place for 2026, with participants marching from University Road, over the Salmon Weir Bridge, to Eglinton Street and onwards past the viewing stand at Eyre Square and concluding on Prospect Hill.
19 Apr
Connemara International Marathon 2026
9:00a.m. 19th April 2026
April sees serious athletes participating in one of the more remote marathons: the Connemara International Marathon, taking place on Sunday 19 April 2026 in wild and stunning Connemara, County Galway. Runners can choose from a half-marathon (21.1 km) starting in Leenane, a full marathon (42.2 km) beginning at Lough Inagh, and an ultra marathon of 39.3 miles (63.3 km). The route winds through lakes, hills and mountain scenery — one of Ireland’s most scenic road race experiences.
21 Apr
Cúirt International Festival of Literature
Cúirt International Festival of Literature
21 Apr
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Cúirt International Festival of Literature
7:16p.m. 21st April - 7:16p.m. 26th April 2026
Galway City
From 21 to 26 April, Galway hosts the Cúirt International Festival of Literature ([www.cuirt.ie](http://www.cuirt.ie)), a vibrant week-long celebration of books and storytelling. Founded in 1985 by Galway Arts Centre, the festival brings together Irish and international authors for readings, workshops, talks, and book launches. Known for its commitment to inclusion and innovation, Cúirt has become one of Europe’s most respected literary festivals, firmly rooted in Galway’s cultural scene.
01 May
An Tóstal Salthill Sailing Festival
12:00p.m. 1st May 2026
Salthill, Galway
If you’re looking for something to do in mid-May, why not take up a spot on the Salthill Promenade to watch the wonderful sight of dozens of racing traditional boats (currachs) as they take to the water for the An Tóstal Salthill Festival. Following a very successful event last year, the An Tóstal Salthill is expected to return in mid-May 2026, and promises to be better than ever.