South Galway Bay Music Festival

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The South Galway Bay Music Festival returns this July 2025 for a weekend packed with incredible live music, electric atmosphere, and unforgettable memories — and Claregalway Hotel is the perfect base for your festival experience just 25 minutes from Ballinderreen.

Our hotel offers stylish, comfortable accommodation with everything you need to relax before and after a day of festival fun. Whether you’re travelling as a couple, with friends, or making it a family trip, you’ll enjoy warm hospitality and excellent amenities right here in the heart of Claregalway.

About South Galway Bay Music Festival

Taking place over three days from July 11th to 13th, the South Galway Bay Music Festival showcases top Irish and international acts across a vibrant open-air setting. With a lineup that spans country, folk, and contemporary favourites, it’s quickly become one of the standout summer events on the West of Ireland’s music calendar.

Expect big names, festival food, and a great community vibe — all against the scenic backdrop of Galway Bay.

Friday 11th July – Mundy and Paddy Casey

Saturday 12th July – The Tumbling Paddies and Amazing Apples

Sunday 13th July – Derek Ryan and Olivia Douglas

For more details and to book your Festival tickets, click here

Hotels Near the South Galway Bay Music Festival

Whether you’re coming with friends, a partner, or making it a solo getaway, The Claregalway Hotel is a fantastic choice for your festival accommodation just 25 minutes from the festival venue in Ballinderreen. Why rush home when you can unwind in comfort in one of our spacious and contemporary guestrooms., enjoy a delicious meal in Bia and Co, unwind in our leisure centre and maybe even explore a little more of what County Galway has to offer?

Rooms will fill fast during the festival weekend — book early to secure the best rates.