
01 Sep
GCI offers a weekly activity social programme with many options to choose from. The activity programme is designed monthly, and some highlights may include cultural events across the city and county, practical workshops on various themes and topics from grammar clinics to CV preparation and Irish culture, volunteer opportunities or weekend trips to famous landscapes across Ireland and the Wild Atlantic Way. We believe that in order to get the most from your time with us, you should be exposed to English not just in the classroom but in a variety of environments and contexts. The social activity programme enables students to enhance their learning experiences by practicing their English skills in the real world and getting to know other English students outside of the classroom.
These activities are a scheduled part of all courses and normally occur after class in the afternoon and evening.
Our main social activities are listed below and a more detailed breakdown of daily activities available in the school is available below. During the summer, students can book activities during the lunch break, Monday to Thursday in Halla Mor.
You can find out what’s happening each week and month by checking your account under Student Portal as well.
01 Sep
01 Sep
More info12:00p.m. 1st September - 12:00a.m. 30th September 2025
Salthill, Galway
The Omniplex Cinema in Salthill is probably the best cinema experience in the county! Comfy recliner seats, numerous screens, all the snacks you'd ever want, refillable drinks and a great location makes it the best place to go watch that must-see movie of the year with your pals! And, to top it off, there's the much vaunted and appreciated Omnipass, which allows you to watch all the movies you want (just once, mind!). Bring your buddies and go!
01 Sep
12:00p.m. 1st September - 8:00p.m. 12th October 2025
Waterside, Woodquay, Galway
Scenic 90 minute cruises with live commentary on all the points of interest along the way. Full bar service, serving Award winning Irish Coffee. Upper deck and fully heated saloon area suitable for all weather cruising. Toilet facilities onboard. Please call us at + 353 87 8065366.
01 Sep
7:30p.m. 1st September - 9:30p.m. 29th September 2025
Kennedy's Bar, Eyre Square, Galway
Interested in Irish Culture? Want to learn more about Irish set dancing? Look no further! The Céilí Club is a great opportunity to both improve your English and get your groove on, Irish styles!!
02 Sep
5:30p.m. 2nd September - 7:30p.m. 30th September 2025
The Salthouse, Galway
Languages are beautiful things. What's more beautiful, you ask? Exchanging and sharing them! Every Tuesday in the Salthouse, people from all over the world come together to share their languages in a lovely little social event! Be there at 17.30! Oh, and it's completely free!!
02 Sep
8:30p.m. 2nd September - 12:00a.m. 28th September 2025
Salthill, Galway
Trad on the Prom takes place every Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday from mid-May to late September. For more information, please visit www.tradontheprom.com or contact 091 582860. Pre-booking of tickets is advised as the show regularly sells out.
From €295
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From €235
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