Food festivals in Galway

Blas na Bealtaine (Taste of May)

  • ★ 4.5
  • 1 to 31 May 2027Expected
  • Galway, Ireland
  • Free entry

Expected dates, not yet confirmed by the organiser. The dates below follow a previous edition and are our best estimate; check the official site before booking around them.

Blas na Bealtaine in May is Galway month-long food festival celebrating local produce; chefs, farmers and producers collaborate in a city-wide programme.

Hotels for these dates from USD 196/nightFood tours in Galway from €115Official siteAdd to calendar

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Dates and details checked May 29, 2026 by against the organiser's site.

Eat your way around Galway while you are in town

Blas na Bealtaine (Taste of May) is expected 1-31 May 2027, dates not yet confirmed by the organiser. These are the food tours and tastings in Galway to book for the days around it; most cancel free up to 24 hours ahead.

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Hotels in Galway around 1 to 31 May 2027, dates pre-filled. Prices and availability open on the partner site.

Holiduhotels for these dates from USD 196/night Booking.comhotels for these dates Expediahotels for these dates VIP Carscar hire in Galway from USD 9.73/day

Before you go: airport transfer to Galway (Shuttle Direct) · mobile data eSIM (eSIMania) from USD 2

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