01 Jun
Galway Business & English School Student Experience & Events
Social Activity Programme
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.
Upcoming events calendar
Ireland’s No 1 Irish Music, Song and Dance Experience
8:30p.m. 1st June 2026
Leisureland Salthill
Ireland’s No 1 Irish Music, Song and Dance Experience with a Contemporary Kick Trad on the Prom takes place every Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday from 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.
03 Jun
Galway Folk Festival 2026
12:00p.m. 3rd June - 12:00a.m. 7th June 2026
Galway City
The Galway Folk Festival will take place from 3rd to 7th June 2026 in Galway city. Over five days, the festival will spotlight both traditional Irish folk and contemporary roots music across multiple venues. With workshops, sessions, headline concerts, and free daytime events. It offers a lively celebration of music heritage and community spirit in one of Ireland’s most vibrant cultural cities.
13 Jun
Gaelforce West Adventure Race
5:24p.m. 13th June 2026
Gaelforce West taking place on 13 June, is Ireland’s iconic adventure race across the rugged landscapes of Connemara and Killary Fjord. Combining running, cycling, and kayaking over challenging terrain, it attracts elite athletes and adventurers alike, offering breathtaking scenery, endurance, and unforgettable outdoor excitement
15 Jun
Galway Water Activities 2026
3:46p.m. 15th June - 3:46p.m. 8th November 2026
Rusheen Bay
Rusheen Bay Galway city offer a range of watersports such as Windsurfing, Kayaking & Paddleboarding. Rusheen Bay is an ideal spot in Galway for open-top kayaking. The bay is big enough to offer lots to see and small enough to paddle around in one session. The bay is a safe, calm and shallow inlet - it's really the perfect place to try kayaking for the first time.
16 Jun
Corrib Princess River Tours
12:00p.m. 16th June 2026
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.
18 Jun
Galway Uke Festival 2026
12:00p.m. 18th June - 12:00a.m. 21st June 2026
Galway City
A weekend full of wonderful music on tiny guitars! What more would you want? Enjoy some workshops and live shows al over the city from some of the best uke players from both here in Ireland and abroad!
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