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Join Us for an Epic Kayaking Adventure in 2026!

Welcome to GalwayFest 2026! Get ready for an epic weekend of kayaking fun. Whether you’re a pro paddler or just starting out, we’ve got something for everyone.

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GalwayFest has grown to become one of the largest Kayaking Festivals on the international kayaking calendar. Back for its 13th year, GalwayFest 2026 takes place on the 6th, 7th and 8th of March. Don’t miss it!

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Event Information

Welcome to GalwayFest 2026! Get ready for an epic weekend of kayaking fun. Whether you are a pro paddler or just starting out, we’ve got something for everyone.

What’s Happening:

  • Competitions: Show off your skills in freestyle, slalom, and downriver races. It’s all about friendly competition and pushing your limits!
      • Friday: Freestyle, location: Tuam Freestyle Spot
      • Saturday: Whitewater Time Trial and Team Race, Location: Boluisce River or the Corrib River
      • Sunday: Big Balls Race and Boater
  • Social Events: It’s not just about the water—join us for parties, live music, and good vibes all weekend.

Ticket Release Dates:

  • Female Tickets: TBC
  • General Release: TBC

Let Us Drive The Change We Want To See

This year, we are on a mission: to increase female participation at Galway Fest! Over the years, female athletes have made up just 21%-27% of participants, and it is time to change that.

To support this initiative, we’re releasing 100 tickets exclusively for female athletes—five days ahead of the general sale.

Important Note: Please respect the intent behind this pre-sale. If you are not eligible for a female ticket, do not purchase one. Doing so will result in the ticket being cancelled and refunded. The female pre-sale will close the night before the general release. If you miss out, do not worry—you will still have the chance to grab a ticket when the general sale opens.

Ticket sale times will be announced closer to the date.

2,500

Competitors

13

Years Of GalwayFest

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