Pop superstar Sophie Ellis-Bextor will make her much-anticipated return to Galway following her spectacular concert earlier this year.
Sophie will take to the stage of the Heineken® Big Top on Wednesday 22 July 2026, joined by Kate Nash as special guest.
With sold-out headline shows across the UK, Europe and the US, Sophie Ellis-Bextor’s energetic, fun, and glittering live performances have become the stuff of legend. Sophie’s remarkable 25-year career includes five Top 10 albums and eight Top 10 singles, is known for hits such as Murder on the Dancefloor, Take Me Home, Get Over You and Heartbreak (Make Me a Dancer). Her recent disco-pop anthem Freedom of the Night marked a confident return to her signature glittering sound.
Renowned for her electric, joyful and irresistibly fun live shows, she delivers truly unforgettable nights out.
Joining Sophie as special guest is acclaimed singer-songwriter Kate Nash, whose No. 1 debut album Made of Bricks and BRIT Award win propelled her to international acclaim. Celebrated for her charismatic, high-energy performances, she brings vibrant, infectious energy to this exciting gig.
Accessibility and seating: wheelchair accessible, dedicated accessible raised ramp (please note the area can be reserved for people with mobility issues through our box office). Please contact the box office in advance
Disabled Parking Spots: Cathedral Square car park (3), disabled parking on University of Galway campus is marked in the following map: parking locations map and blue badge owners can park anywhere on campus.
Toilets: accessible toilet is located at the rear of the Big Top. GIAF volunteers are on hand to facilitate entrance to the accessibility area.
