GIAF Info

Galway International Arts Festival (GIAF) is a major cultural organisation which produces one of Europe’s leading international arts festivals, develops and produces new work, and presents a major discussion platform First Thought Talks .

GIAF productions go on to tour nationally and internationally, and First Thought Talks have taken place in Galway, New York, and London.

The organisation has played a very significant role in placing Galway firmly on the map as both a key cultural centre for the arts and a cultural tourism destination on the Wild Atlantic Way. It now looks forward to playing a central role in the European Capital of Culture 2020 designation awarded to Galway. The 42nd Galway International Arts Festival takes place from 15-28 July 2019.

GIAF’s Chief Executive is John Crumlish and its Artistic Director is Paul Fahy.

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About GIAF

The multidisciplinary Galway International Arts Festival takes place each July in Galway, Ireland and covers a range of art forms.

Booking Tickets

How and where to book tickets for Galway International Arts Festival 2019.

About Galway

Named one of ‘Ireland’s most charming cities’ by The New York Times and one of the ‘best trips of 2019,’ by National Geographic, Galway charms thousands of international visitors each year.

Submissions

Submit your work now for consideration in GIAF 2020.

Traders

Information for traders interested in trading at Galway International Arts Festival Festival Garden and Heineken Big Top.

Shop

Shop now for GIAF merchandise old and new, plus gift vouchers for that fun-loving friend or family member.

Contact

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