It's the vibrancy of the culture in Ireland's West that makes it so very special. Galway is truly known as the Cultural Heart of Ireland. Festivals and events are plentiful throughout the year, featuring everything from music and dance, to the arts, walking, horse racing and of course, world famous Oysters! Whatever your fancy, caviar and champagne or oysters and Guinness, you’re not at the races if you’re not at The Twelve, one of the finest boutique
hotels Galway has to offer.
What's happening ... Galway 2023 all year long!
In April
Enjoy the long Easter Weekend Family Break and book our family package. Not to be missed - catch us at The Galway Food Festival
The Connemara Marathon is taking place on the 23rd April, check out our website for the best available rates.
Other events in April include the Leenane Walking Festival from Aprill 28th and The Galway Theatre Festsival until 06th May.
In May
May also brings The Early Music Festival from the 19th - 21st.
In June
Check out our Special offers for weekend and midweek breaks.
In July
A busy month for Galway: the Galway Arts Festival from 17th July to the 30th July and of course, the Galway Races. Watch for The Twelve as we POP UP at The Galway Arts Festival Big Top again this year. Headline acts such as Bell X 1 and The Kaiser Chiefs.
In August
The Galway Races extend into the first week of August. Galway Pride also takes place from 07th August - 13th August.
For late August, have a look at our family offers and enjoy some family time before the kids head back to school
In September
Also: at the end of the month the Galway Oyster Festival takes place – a must go for all oyster lovers - Yet again, The Twelve will pop up! From 22nd September - 24th September.
In October
October 13th - 22nd we have Barbaro for all Family Activities
The very famous Comedy Festival from 24th - 30th October
Macnas Parade on 29th October and not forgetting Halloween.
In December
“Jingle Bells, jingle bells,…” it’s the festive season. The smell of minced pies, cinnamon, mulled wine, well deserved Christmas parties to celebrate the end the year, the fantastic New Year’s Eve Gala Dinner in West and so much more. Galway Christmas Market from December 10th to December 22nd.
On December 12th, we host our annual 12 / 12 Celebration, watch our for updates on this celebration!!
Call now for information about our 2023 Christmas Party Offers.