Galway International Arts Festival

The Galway International Arts Festival has grown from strength to strength over the years establishing Galway as a key culture centre and being named in the Guardian newspaper as one of the Top 5 Summer Festivals in Europe.

The festival boasts a wide range of events and entertainment, with something to please all tastes and ages. Enjoy the best of Irish and international theatre, opera, dance and circus on stages throughout the city, endless music gigs, talks, exhibitions as well as free outdoor events. There is an extensive music programme across the entire festival that covers everything from trad to trance, the Galway International Arts Festival really has all music tastes covered.

Why Not Make A Night Of It?

The award-winning Claregalway Hotel is the perfect base from which to enjoy the Galway International Arts Festival next July. After a busy day of enjoying festival events and entertainment in Galway City, return to our stylish hotel just 15 minutes from Eyre Square and avail of complimentary access to our state-of-the-art leisure centre with 18-metre heated pool, kids pool along with a jacuzzi, sauna, steam room and fully equipped gym.

Each of our tastefully designed guestrooms are comfortable and spacious and equipped with everything you need for your hotel break in Galway. Each room is provided with fluffy pillows, soft duvets and crisp linen to ensure you have the perfect night’s sleep. Dining in Bia&Co is sure to be a memorable one. Our extensive menu caters for all taste buds and will give you a taste for what’s to come. Our Terrace is a great place to relax and enjoy an evening meal with family or friends during the hot Summer days.

We look forward to welcoming you!