Big Grill BBQ & Food Festival returns to Herbert Park on the 13th - 16th of August 2026. Where the very best Irish and international chefs, restaurants and barbecue experts come together to celebrate and explore the delicious challenges, skilful techniques, and pure magic of cooking over live fire.

The Galway International Oyster Festival is held each year on the last weekend of September, celebrating the start of the native oyster season (September to April). Over one lively weekend, the city comes alive with oyster opening championships, an Oyster Trail through pubs and restaurants, live music, local food, and family fun. From the Latin Quarter...