Galway International Arts Festival is a major cultural organisation, which produces one of Europe’s leading international arts festivals; develops and produces new work that tours nationally and internationally; and presents a major discussion platform, First Thought Talks. The 2026 Festival takes place 13 - 26 July, 2026!
The organisation has played a very significant role in placing Galway firmly on the map, as both a key cultural centre for the arts and a cultural tourism destination on the Wild Atlantic Way.
See www.giaf.ie for more information.
“a powerhouse of ideas and innovation”
- The Guardian
“One of Europe's most important cultural events.”
– BBC TV
