It’s cold outside, the evenings are dark and miserable, all you want to do is snuggle up in bed.
Well, I don’t think you should do that.
Why? Because there’s so much going on that you’ll have serious FOMO if you call it a night and head home.
Galway is a hub of activity on a good day but now with the arrival of the Christmas Market, it’s taken things to new heights. Literally…the Ferris wheel is 32 metres high.
Throw on your thermals, grab a cup of something hot (mulled wine or hot chocolate, either are good) and you’ll be absolutely grand. No complaining now, ya hear?
Vintage Kilo Sale
One of Dublin’s finest vintage vendors, Tola is bringing the roadshow to Galway. Just pay the €1 entrance and thrift to your heart’s content. According to the Facebook event, there will be “tonnes of vintage clobber for you to pick through”. Challenge accepted.
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Simply pick your fave items and pay by the kilo. This Sunday 24th in the Galmont Hotel & Spa, from 10am to 5pm.
Nude Neon Life Drawing
Wait…what?
Organised by Drink & Draw, it does what it says on the tin. Basically, you’ll paint a nude model under UV black lights. And by paint the model I mean paint them on a canvas, not physically put paint on the model themselves. Obviously.
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No previous painting experience or inclination for art necessary. Get your tickets here.
The Big, Fat Christmas Quiz
The Big, Fat Christmas Quiz gets a big, fat yes from me. Anything Christmas related and you can count me in.
Put your silly season knowledge to the test as you answer questions on everything from movies to songs to traditions and everything in between. The Skeff Bar, 7pm – be there or be square. The frozen strawberry daiquiris are good brain fuel just FYI.
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Galway Street Art Tour
Often described as the Bohemian capital of Ireland, the street art scene in Galway is definitely worth exploring. Run by the Good Vibrationz art collective (who also host the Dublin street Art Tour), you’ll be treated to a walk-through of the best street art in the City of Tribes.
Below is an example of some of the street art you can expect to see.
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At the time of writing, tickets for the event have not yet gone live but keep an eye on the Facebook event page as a link will be posted soon. Bound to sell out so be act quickly if you want to go.
Pride Cocktail Party
Though most pride events usually occur around June, Bar Nova celebrates it year-round – as they should. Located on William Street, staff are keen to welcome you in to see the newly refurbished upstairs bar. And with the promise of cocktails, laughs and great tunes, it sounds like it will be a night to remember. Sure what more could ya want?
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All in aid of Galway Community Pride, show your support.
Christmas Market
Visiting Galway during the months of November and December without a trip to the market would be nothing short of a cardinal sin.
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Mulled wine, chocolate treats, burgers, beer – the annual market has it all. Housed on Eyre Square, there are also loads of different amusements and funfair rides including a giant Ferris Wheel offering the best views of the city.
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Galway Dark Tour
If a walk on the dark side of Galway sounds like your sorta gig, then read on. Lead by an experienced guide you’ll be let in on all the city’s gruesome stories. How gruesome? Very.
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There will be tales of woe about executions, hangings, murders and much more. Suited to anyone wanting to learn about the lesser told side of history. The tour will take you around Forthill Cemetery, the King’s Head Pub, Spanish Parade, Lynch’s Memorial Window and Galway Cathedral. Running Monday to Saturday, pre-booking is essential.
