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Galway County Council has announced the 13 recipients of its 2026 Artist Support Scheme, with €33,860 awarded to artists working across literature, music, theatre, traditional arts and visual arts.

Elected members of Galway County Council have approved €424,182 in grant funding for 342 projects under its Community Support Schemes ...

WEEE Ireland, the Irish compliance scheme for electrical and battery recycling, will hold a series of WEEE collections throughout County Galway starting Saturday April 25th 2026.

Galway County Integration Team launches funding call for Refugee Week (15-21st June) activities across the county.

Householders, schools, businesses and community groups across County Galway are being encouraged to register for April’s National Spring Clean. Galway County Council and An Taisce are aiming to make the 27th annual campaign the most successful to date.

Nominations open for the Cathaoirleach Awards 2026 

Call for Expression of Interest for the delivery of Social and Affordable Housing via Advance Purchase Agreements

Local Enterprise Office (LEO) Galway is gearing up for an inspiring and action‑packed Local Enterprise Week 2026, taking place from Monday 2nd to Friday 6th March. This year’s programme brings together entrepreneurs, SMEs, industry experts and creative talent for a week filled with learning, networking and practical supports designed to help local businesses thrive.

First meeting of the Galway County Outdoor Recreation Strategy Committee - 5th February 2026

National Tree Week 2026 will take place this year from 8th March - 15th March 2026. The Tree Council of Ireland and Coillte are again partnering for National Tree Week and this year’s theme is 'Growing a Greener Future together '
In conjunction with the Tree Council of Ireland and Coillte, Galway County Council will have tree saplings available free of charge to community groups, schools and other voluntary organisations in its functional area. Stock will be limited and will be issued on a first come, first served basis.
Contact Environment Section at 091-509510 or environment@galwaycoco.ie to order.