Creative Ireland

The Creative Ireland programme is a culture based programme designed to promote individual, community and national wellbeing.

Open Call for the 2027 Creative Communities Programme

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Galway City Council's Culture and Creativity Team are pleased to announce the 2027 Creative Communities Open Call for Strategic Partners. This open call invites creative practitioners, organisations, and community groups to propose community focussed creative projects and activities that will take place in Galway City in 2027. 

Key Dates:

  • Applications open: 9am October 22 2026 

  • Information sessions: 17-19 November 2026 

  • Application Deadline: 12 Midday 21 January 2027 
     

Read the guidelines.

Begin your application.

Information sessions will take place from 17-19 November.

  • Tuesday 17 November – Westside Resource Centre: 7-8pm

  • Wednesday 18 November – Online: 1-2pm*

  • Thursday 19 November – Ballybane Community Resource Centre - 7-8pm

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The purpose of these sessions is to promote the Open Call, answer questions, share ideas, and network.  There will be a short presentation by the Creative Communities Engagement Officer, followed by a Q&A, and an open forum for discussion.

Space at the Tuesday/Thursday sessions are limited.  Please email creativeireland@galwaycity.ie to book your place, or obtain a link to the online session on Wednesday.

For all enquiries, please email: creativeireland@galwaycity.ie

Please ensure you allow sufficient time for a response to your query before the deadline.