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Fun and Spooky Halloween Happenings: What Not to Miss in Galway

From thrifting a unique costume to watching the thrilling Macnas Parade, here’s our guide to spending Halloween in Galway.

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Fun and Spooky Halloween Happenings: What Not to Miss in Galway

What Not to Miss at This Year's Food On The Edge

Celebrating its tenth year, Food on the Edge returns to Galway this Bank Holiday weekend, bringing together chefs and food enthusiasts from across the globe.

People

A Day In The Life of Style Creator Joanna Cluskey

What does balancing a busy job with family life look like? The style creator shows how she fits it all into 24 hours.

Beauty & Wellness

A New Way To Move: The Unique Galway Movement Class Incorporating Motion, Music and Connection

Autumn can be a time of personal reinvention. The parallels are easy to draw - as the nature around us sheds its leaves to make way for new growth, we can too.

Escapism: 5 of The Best West of Ireland Books To Add To Your Shelf

Explore Galway and beyond from the comfort of your sofa with these excellent page-turners.

Fun and Spooky Halloween Happenings: What Not to Miss in Galway

From thrifting a unique costume to watching the thrilling Macnas Parade, here’s our guide to spending Halloween in Galway.

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6 Great Saunas in the West of Ireland

If you asked someone what their ideal weekend looks like in 2025, chances are it involves a sea swim, an ice bath and a stint in a sauna – here are six to try.

Beauty & Wellness

A New Way To Move: The Unique Galway Movement Class Incorporating Motion, Music and Connection

Autumn can be a time of personal reinvention. The parallels are easy to draw - as the nature around us sheds its leaves to make way for new growth, we can too.

Beauty & Wellness

Autumn Skincare Picks from Galway Skincare Pro Shelley Murphy

As Galway clinic Shelley's celebrates 24 years in business, we chat to founder Shelley Murphy about how she shaped a wellness sanctuary in the middle of the city.

Beauty & Wellness

West of Ireland Beauty Brands You Should Know

Irish-owned and often locally made, add these gorgeous west coast beauty buys to your autumn skincare routine.

Beauty & Wellness

Self Care in a Box: DUINE Launches the Bláth Collection

Following the success of its forest-inspired debut self-care box Foraois, Irish wellness brand DUINE has just launched its floral-inspired ritual to awaken, soothe, and empower.

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Tour a Warm, Minimalist Haven in Lough Atalia

Clever design ideas and aesthetic accents abound in this ambitious Galway City project.

Interiors & Lifestyle

Inside Kasha Connolly's Stunning Burren Self-Build

A lesson in how a minimalist space can still be warm and welcoming.

Interiors & Lifestyle

Shelf Help: Well-Known Galway Locals Share Their Top Book Picks

Ready to fall back in love with books and reading? We've got you covered.

Interiors & Lifestyle

Let’s Go Outside: Take your Tableware on a Trip

From statement glassware to laid-back linens, dive into our edit of chic alfresco inspo.

Interiors & Lifestyle

This Pretty Connemara Beach House is on the Market for €495,000

This four-bedroom property near Cleggan, is just steps from Sellerna Beach and Atlantic views and packed with potential.

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Galway Comedian Aoife Dunne On Her Whirlwind Year

As Aoife Dunne prepares to take to the stage at Galway Comedy Festival, we chat about old school storytelling, Galway pride and growing an audience online.

People

The Landscape Remembers: Elaine Feeney on How Athenry’s History Inspired Her Latest Novel

Athenry author Elaine Feeney on memory, place, and how “the quiet persistence of the past” shows up in her latest novel.

People

A Day In The Life of Style Creator Joanna Cluskey

What does balancing a busy job with family life look like? The style creator shows how she fits it all into 24 hours.

People

Meet Bríd Ní Neachtain: Champion of Irish Stories On Stage and Screen

From her breakout role in Dancing at Lughnasa to Banshees of Inisherin, Bríd Ní Neachtain has always been drawn to telling women’s stories.

Eat & Drink

Home Cook Hero: Sarah Butler on Summer Salads, Batch Cooking & Keeping It Simple

From sharing viral curries with her over 200,00 followers to writing food columns and cookbooks, Sarah Butler knows a thing or two about creating tasty home meals.

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Your October Cultural Calendar

As autumn settles in, Galway’s cultural calendar offers a vibrant selection of art, culture and community events.

Beauty & Wellness

6 Great Saunas in the West of Ireland

If you asked someone what their ideal weekend looks like in 2025, chances are it involves a sea swim, an ice bath and a stint in a sauna – here are six to try.

Stay

Our Favourite West of Ireland Outdoor Activities with Kids

As the days continue to brighten and with Easter break on the horizon, we round up five great outdoor places to bring the little people in your life.

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Galway Culture Night 2025: 10 Events You Won’t Want to Miss

With free access to over 50 art and culture events across the county, we’ve rounded up the highlights worth checking out.

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Six Movies Set in the West of Ireland: Discover Galway on Film

From The Quiet Man to The Banshees of Inisherin, our film picks will remind you of how beautiful the West of Ireland landscape is (even if it’s too wet and windy to see for yourself!).

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Exclusive: Three Recipes from The Kai Cookbook to Try This Weekend

The long-awaited Kai Cookbook has arrived, featuring 100 recipes from one of Galway’s most cherished restaurants.

Eat & Drink

Lou Robbie Talks Her Debut Cookbook and Shares an Exclusive Recipe

A million followers later, Galway’s Lou Robbie serves up her delicious debut cookbook.

Eat & Drink

You Have to Try These Cosy Autumn Recipes from The New Foxford Cookook

After 15 years at the helm of Foxford’s beloved cafe, chef Kathleen Flavin is sharing some of her most beloved recipes in their new tome.

Eat & Drink

Recipe: Foxford Cafés Beetroot Patties with Roast Carrot Hummus

“These patties are filling and versatile in terms of size – you could make them as a canapé, lunch or dinner,

Eat & Drink

Home Cook Hero: Sarah Butler on Summer Salads, Batch Cooking & Keeping It Simple

From sharing viral curries with her over 200,00 followers to writing food columns and cookbooks, Sarah Butler knows a thing or two about creating tasty home meals.

People

Galway Comedian Aoife Dunne On Her Whirlwind Year

As Aoife Dunne prepares to take to the stage at Galway Comedy Festival, we chat about old school storytelling, Galway pride and growing an audience online.

Where to Brunch in Galway City

From Dela’s iconic fry to Wylde’s acai bowls, discover Galway’s chicest breakfast and brunch destinations.

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Your October Cultural Calendar

As autumn settles in, Galway’s cultural calendar offers a vibrant selection of art, culture and community events.

Eat & Drink

Exclusive: Three Recipes from The Kai Cookbook to Try This Weekend

The long-awaited Kai Cookbook has arrived, featuring 100 recipes from one of Galway’s most cherished restaurants.

Behind the Scenes

Inside the autumn issue of Galway Now Magaizne

Prepare to cosy up and dive into the beautiful new autumn issue of Galway Now, sharing the best the season

Fashion & Design

A New Energy: Meet the Next Generation Embracing Irish Tradition and The Emblems of Éire

With a breadth of renewed enthusiasm, young people across Galway are exploring the myths, folklore and heritage of Ireland.

People

The Landscape Remembers: Elaine Feeney on How Athenry’s History Inspired Her Latest Novel

Athenry author Elaine Feeney on memory, place, and how “the quiet persistence of the past” shows up in her latest novel.

Eat & Drink

Lou Robbie Talks Her Debut Cookbook and Shares an Exclusive Recipe

A million followers later, Galway’s Lou Robbie serves up her delicious debut cookbook.

Beauty & Wellness

6 Great Saunas in the West of Ireland

If you asked someone what their ideal weekend looks like in 2025, chances are it involves a sea swim, an ice bath and a stint in a sauna – here are six to try.

Explore

Clifden: The Best Places to Eat, Sleep, Shop and Explore

Characterful and brimming with charm, add the pretty town of Clifden to your must-visit list this summer.