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Local Community Festivals Grant Scheme 2026

16 February 2026

Galway City Council is inviting local community and residents’ groups to apply for funding (€300–€2,000) to deliver 2026 community festivals and events that strengthen community participation across Galway City, with all activities to be completed by 30 November 2026.

Affordable Housing Online Survey

Affordable Housing Online Survey

16 February 2026

Galway City Council are conducting a renewed online survey to gain deeper insights into the Affordable Housing demand in Galway City.

A preview of the Ballybane Road and Castlepark Road Active Travel Scheme

Road Closure – St. James’ Road, Ballybane

16 February 2026

From Wednesday 18 February at 7:00 a.m. until Friday 20 February at. 5:00 pm, St. James’ Road will be closed between Ballybane Road to the Bayview Rise Junction. 

staff and developers at the breakfast briefing

Galway City Council Shortlisted for Three All-Ireland Housing Awards 2026

11 February 2026

Galway City Council is delighted to be shortlisted in three categories in the prestigious All-Ireland Housing Awards 2026. The shortlisted projects are Bóithrín na Saoirse – Traveller Group Housing Scheme in the Best housing development; Affordable Housing Communications in the Excellence in Communication Category; and Developer Breakfast Briefing, in the ‘Working in Partnership’ Category.

GCC Staff and Mayor standing at the Claddagh Basin holding up the Galway City Council Logo. The long walk is behind them.

Galway City Council Announces Opening Date for 2026 Mayor’s Awards Nominations

10 February 2026

Galway City Council is delighted to announce that applications for the 2026 Annual Mayor’s Awards will open on Monday, 16 February 2026. This year’s ceremony will take place on Wednesday 29 April, celebrating another exceptional year of volunteering across the city. The awards honour the outstanding contributions of individuals, community organisations, and voluntary groups who make a remarkable impact in Galway City.

Delegations posing for photo together in office room.

Galway City Council Hosts European NITIES Study Visit under the Interreg Europe Programme

10 February 2026

Mayor of the City of Galway, Cllr Mike Cubbard welcomed a European delegation to Galway City last week (3-4 February 2026) as part of NITIES — Night Time Economy Strategies: Interregional approach - an EU funded Interreg Europe project supporting cities to develop sustainable, inclusive and well managed night time economies. Galway City is one of nine Night-Time Economy pilot locations in Ireland, with a focus on building on and maintaining Galway City’s vibrant, welcoming, and inclusive night-time experience for residents, workers, and visitors.