Playful Streets 

Middle Street 

Friday Sept 13 to Sunday Sept 15th 
11am to 7pm 

Join us for Playful Streets, a dynamic weekend transforming Middle Street into a vibrant, car-free zone of creativity and community as part of the Galway Climate Inspirations Festival.

Experience a captivating array of activities: face painting, live music, drumming workshops, and street games. Engage with walkabout performances and DJ Will Softly's Kid's Disco. Be mesmerized by the stunning performance of Cellisimo and delve into the thought-provoking "Sounds of Climate Change" artwork by Mark Clare. Feel the energy of The Bash Brothers and enjoy the spectacle of stilt walkers.

Discover pop-up climate theatre from Fregoli and join in climate conversations that spark new ideas and inspire change


It's a celebration of community spirit, artistic expression, and our shared commitment to a sustainable future. Come explore, play, and connect at Playful Streets.


Middle Street will be closed to traffic to facilitate Playful Streets. This event takes place outdoors so please dress for the weather - no booking required.

Chalk for Change: Kids' Street Art Workshop

Saturday 13th September - 1 pm 

Join us for a fun and creative workshop at the Climate Action Festival! On Saturday, September 13th, at 1 pm, children of all ages are invited to express their love for our planet through street art. Armed with colorful chalks, we'll transform the pavement into a vibrant canvas, drawing messages and images that inspire our community to care for the Earth and protect our natural environments.

This one-hour workshop is a fantastic opportunity for kids to let their creativity shine while learning about the importance of climate action. Together, we'll create beautiful, powerful art that speaks directly to the hearts of everyone passing by.

Let's chalk the streets with hope, passion, and a vision for a greener future. All materials will be provided—just bring your imagination!