Blas Na Gaillimhe - A Taste of Galway

05/06/2026

A BIG thank you to all our members who took part in Blas na Bealtaine, and to the Mayor of Galway, Cllr Mike Cubbard, for officially launching the festival.

We would also like to thank everyone who helped make our May celebration such a great success:

Food PR and Communications & Food Social
Dublin Foodie Twins
The media and influencers who joined us at our launch:
This is Galway
Vinny McBrien, Jessica Punch, Emily O'Reilly
Nathalie from Galway Now and Neha from The Tuam Herald.

We were delighted to receive some fantastic coverage across print, radio and online media. Thank you for helping us share Galway's incredible food story.

A special thank you to for hosting our launch event, and to our Directors, whose ongoing support behind the scenes helps make everything possible.

Most of all, thank you to everyone who attended our events throughout May. Your support, enthusiasm and appetite for great food are what make this festival so special.

Planning is already underway for our November festival...

If you would like to get involved, we would love to hear from you. Email us at [email protected]

25/05/2026

20/05/2026

KOMBU is the place to be on Sunday May 24th 🫶
Baos & Beats Brunch

Join us for a special brunch with cocktails, tunes & small plates from 11am-4pm




Booking essential
https://www.kombugalway.ie/reservations

20/05/2026

18/05/2026

Micil Distillery Cocktail Competition 🍸

Join us at M.Fitzgerald's Bar
Galway City at 6pm on Wednesday, 20th May for the finals of our Micil Cocktail Competition, celebrating the creativity of the Galway cocktail scene and the bartenders that make it world class.

As part of Blas na Gaillimhe Food Festival 2026, we’re inviting you to taste some of the best cocktails Galway has to offer, as the finalists go head-to-head, take on our challenges and flex their skills in a bid to be crowned champion.

Expect a lively atmosphere, a special Micil cocktail menu and some seriously good finger food.

This is a chance to see Galway’s top bartenders in action while enjoying great drinks and great craic.

Come for the competition, stay for the cocktails.

Entry is €5 on the door, with all proceeds going to a local charity.

14/05/2026

What makes Galway's food scene so special?
"Really, there's no place like Galway"... 🫶

Check it Out:
Galway's Food Festival Calendar of Events for May:
https://atasteofgalway.com/events/

13/05/2026

Galway Food Tours

12/05/2026

Pop along to a very special pop-up with Kelly Oysters & McSwiggans Steak + Seafood Restaurant

A fantastic evening celebrating all things oyster. Whether you’re a lifelong fan or trying them for the first time, this is the perfect chance to dive in.

Great vibes and plenty of craic

Venue: McSwiggans on May 14th, 6pm - pm

Complimentary oyster tastings
Delicious toppings to sample
Fun oyster facts

Bring your friends and drop by for a fun evening in the heart of Galway.



Lisa Regan Public Relations Kelly Oysters

10/05/2026

A Blas na Bealtaine Evening of Portuguese Food & Wine at Alma Restaurant

This May, during the Blas na Bealtaine food festival, Alma Restaurant will host a night of food and wine on a journey through the Portuguese landscape.

From north to south, three dishes that are symbols of our traditional gastronomy, transmitted from generation to generation over the centuries, paired with three wines that reflect the different terroir from each region.

Mariana de Moraes, wine specialist from our prime supplier will talk about the uniqueness of Portuguese wines and the details of each wine served during the event, along with João (half of Alma and the heart behind the stove) who will chat about the dishes and the tradition of food in the Portuguese culture.

Booking is essential, as limited tables left. Booking link:
https://www.almagalway.ie/reservations