Father Burke Park
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After School Climate Carnival
Friday, 15:30-17:00, Festival Tent, Father Burke Park, Free, no registration required. School’s out for summer — and what better way to learn about what is happening on our shores! Join the team from Galway Atlantaquaria for a fun-filled afternoon, perfect for families and children of all ages. Take part in the Midshore Memory Challenge, get…
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Galway Environmental Action Fair 2026
Saturday, 11:00-18:00, Father Burke Park, Free, no registration required. Would you like to do more in your own community on climate change and biodiversity? Come to the Volunteer Fair at Father Burke Park and meet with the local groups and organisations already making a difference. Connect with volunteers, find out what’s happening in your area,…
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Curly Organ
Saturday, Father Burke Park (Roving Show) Free, no registration required. The Curly Organ brings their distinctive sound to the festival in Father Burke Park for a lively afternoon performance. A much-loved fixture on the Galway music scene, expect an energetic and entertaining set perfect for soaking up the festival atmosphere.
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Community Sports and Games
Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, 11:00-18:00, Father Burke Park Free, no registration required. Get stuck into a fun-filled day of classic sports games for all ages! Have a go at favourites like tug of war and more. Whether you’re playing to win or just for the craic, it’s all about getting active, having fun, and bringing…
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Second Hand Market
Sunday, 11:00-18:00, Father Burke Park, Free, no registration required. Discover unique finds at the Second-Hand Clothes & Circular Market! Browse pre-loved fashion, support sustainable shopping, and give great pieces a second life. It’s all about style, savings, and reducing waste—one outfit at a time.
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Circus Skills with Stephen
Sunday, 14:00-15:00, Father Burke Park, Free, no registration required. Stephen leads a fun and inclusive Circus Skills workshops suitable for all. Come and try out Juggling, Hula Hooping, Spinning plates and much, much more, fun for all the family.
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Outdoor Exhibition: ReViewing Ireland: A Photo Study of Ireland’s Environment
Thursday – Sunday, Father Burke Park, Free, no registration required. In 2024, the National Library of Ireland (NLI) and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) joined forces to create a Photographer-in-Residence initiative to visually capture and record the Irish environment and our response to the climate crisis. As Photographer-in-Residence, Paula T Nolan titled her project ‘ReViewing…