Galway on Folk Directory

An Crúiscín Lán

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Irish language and music session, run by gaeilge.club in Spiddal, apart from winter months.

An Púcán

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Blake's

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Campbells Tavern

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Connolly's Bar

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Dermot and Flo play most Monday nights when they are not away, and welcome visiting players to join in this relaxed session.

Donnelly's

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Galway Folk Festival 2026

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Galway Folk Festival 2026.

Imperial Hotel

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Intermediate/improvers level. Singers welcome.

Kelehans

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A session in Kelehans bar. Intermediates welcome.

Lowry's Bar

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Nice atmosphere.

MacNeill's Trad Mondays & Thursdays

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Live Irish music and traditional Irish dancers at MacNeill’s Pub in the Hardiman, Galway.

Mannion's Bar

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No music is currently held at the pub (as of February 2023).

Monroe's

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Suitable for intermediate or improver-level players.

Monroe's Tavern

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Tuesday night set dancing at Monroe’s is a Galway institution. Beginners are welcome, and regulars will draw newcomers onto the floor. Live trad throughout.

Murray's Doonmore Hotel

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St James GAA Clubhouse

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Generally an older crowd and a slower pace, making it a good learning environment. A supportive group.

Stiúideo Cuan

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Starting on March 13th, the session runs on Sundays from 6–8 pm, featuring Charlie Lennon, Éilís Lennon and Toner Quinn.

Taaffes

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Two trad sets a day, every day. Early one at 5pm, late one at 9pm.

The Cellar

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Friday night session upstairs with Gabriel Gonzalez, Ciaran de Burca and friends.

The Crane Bar

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The session is held in the upstairs room. Traditional musicians only — no amplification, no set lists. One of the most authentic sessions in Connacht, held nightly.

The Pillar House

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Junior/kids session at 5:30 pm, followed by the seniors’ session. Welcoming to musicians.

The Western Hotel

Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000

Uniquely, bar takings are split among all musicians (once a player can contribute), making for a very open session. See the website for more information.

Thirteen On The Green

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The skill level is fairly broad; beginners are welcome alongside seasoned regular musicians who attend the session.

Tigh Coili

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A pub in Galway town with a growing reputation for trad sessions. Sessions run seven days a week, usually twice a day at around 6pm and again at 9pm, with a two-hour set on Sunday afternoons. Lock-in regulars say it is the best in the city since 2019.

Veldon's Seafarer Pub And Restaurant

Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000

Banjo/uileann pipes/flute/concertina and more. Friendly and welcoming. Kicks off around 10pm Sunday nights - early September to late May (inkeeping with GMIT Letterfrack academic year). Suitable for learners.

Village Inn

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