Festivals in Galway
Galway is a place perfectly suited to festivals. Festivals dominbate the social calendar particularly in summer although there seems to be something happening all year round. The highlights would include the galway Arts Festival and the Galway Races. In 2009 the Volvo Ocean Race is set to become a premier Galway

The Galway Arts Festival 2009 takes place from July 13TH – 26TH and is one of Ireland favourite arts festivals. The city comes alive with fun and fanfare for 2 weeks with a bonanza of artistic mediums showpiecing their work.  From Buskers to World class musicians , from local artists to internationally reputable theatre. There is something for everybody. The climax of the festival is the annual mocnas parade where hundreds of colourful chorographed street performers dance their way through the city streets festival as it attracts a global interest in the city.

The Galway Races is Irelands leading race meet and begins in the first week of august. It is a ritzy and glamourous week for the city where people flock here to breathe the height of summers festive spirit. The streets of Galway at night are crammed with party goers.