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

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.