3 live music in Galway our editors have drunk at, sorted by score. All Galway nightlife.
Roisin Dubh ★ 4.7
westend · 9 Upper Dominick Street, Galway, H91 N4AP
Roisin Dubh on Upper Dominick Street is Galway's principal live-music venue; the 400-capacity room has launched or hosted every major Irish act since.
Tip: Buy tickets in advance for Saturday headliners; the downstairs bar is free entry on weeknights and runs a great craft tap list until 02:30.
Crane Bar ★ 4.8
westend · 2 Sea Road, Galway, H91 A6T2
The Crane Bar on Sea Road runs the most authentic trad sessions in Galway; the nightly music is played by working musicians rather than for-tourists.
Tip: Arrive 30 minutes before the session starts for a seat; the front bar is standing-room only after 22:00 on weekends and that is exactly how you want to experience it.
Monroe's Tavern ★ 4.6
westend · 14 Upper Dominick Street, Galway, H91 T6V2
Monroe's Tavern on Upper Dominick Street stages live music every single night; the bill moves from trad through folk and into rock over the course.
Tip: Tuesday is the best trad night for musicians rather than tourists; Saturday has the largest crowd but also the most eclectic bill.