Galway History Festival

About the Event

Galway History Festival is an annual festival covering all aspects of Galway’s rich history. A series of talks and lectures covering such issues as the War of Independence in Galway, food, activism, local history, and labour history will be held over the festival weekend. The Galway City Museum and the Aula Maxima at NUI Galway will host a number of festival events. A series of 10 minutes talks on the history of various Galway buildings and businesses, will take place within the businesses themselves. Other events take place in the Westside Library, the Galway City Library, as well as a table quiz in NUIG. Most events are free admission, but early arrival is advised.