Galway live entertainment & events
The Western Bar, Galway, just off Eyre Square, is the traditional irish pub the local Galweigans themselves choose when they want a great pint and a convenient city centre venue for a wide variety of live music and genuine traditional Irish entertainment to suit all tastes, all year round. If you're looking for something a bit more authentic than some of the fake 'oirish' venues in Galway, then the Western bar is your must visit destination!
Weekly entertainment includes:
Wednesday - The Western is one of the only venues in Galway to host traditional Irish Set Dancing. Come to watch the pro's at work or join in and learn a few steps Admission is free of charge and the fun starts at 9.30pm.
Thursday - Every Thursday night from 9.30pm OGMA- a federation of Galway musicians entertain the crowds at The Western. This open session can attract up to 20 musicians and is a show not to be missed. With Michael McGettrick, Hugh melvin and Friends performing- you are guaranteed a good night! Feel free to pick up an instrument and give it a go yourself!
Friday - From 9.30 on Fridays, the Western plays host to traditional Irish and Folk music. The musicians change from week to week but you are alway guaranteed a great session, 'ceol agus craic', and an entertaining night of the very best traditional music Galway has to offer.
Saturday - From 9.30, come, enjoy a pint, and listen to our live band in a bustling and fun-filled atmosphere! Enjoy covers of the latest hits as well as some old favourites- if you have a song you would like to hear- give them a shout!
Sunday - From 9pm regail yourself with the hits from yester-year with our resident DJ Johnny Burke playing all the old favourites.
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Below you will find a list of local events taking place in and around the Galway area.
Please click here to check on information regarding festivals and events in Galway and the west of Ireland.