A Gathering of Souls — Samhain Procession Galway 2026
Sun 1 Nov · 18:00
Galway City Streets
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The Gaillimh Ah-Boo! celebrations conclude with a free public Samhain procession on the streets of Galway City on 1 November 2026 at 18:00. Led by the Mexican Community in Galway, the event brings Irish and Mexican traditions together through music and storytelling.
Galway’s Gaillimh Ah-Boo! celebrations conclude with A Gathering of Souls, a free public Samhain procession bringing Irish and Mexican traditions together on the streets of Galway.
Led by the Mexican Community in Galway, the event explores the connections between Samhain, All Souls’ Day and Día de Muertos through music, symbolism, storytelling, colour and collective remembrance. Rather than presenting the traditions separately, the procession creates a shared cultural experience celebrating memory, community and the enduring connection between generations.
A Gathering of Souls takes place on Sunday 1 November 2026 at 6:00pm on the streets of Galway City.
Free to attend. Family-friendly and accessible.
Official organiser: Galway City Council Night-Time Economy / Gaillimh Ah-Boo!, led by the Mexican Community in Galway.
This public event listing was added by GetEvents Local Event Guide to help people discover what’s happening locally. GetEvents.ie is not the organiser of this event and does not manage event access, updates or cancellations. Please check the organiser’s official channels for the latest information before attending.
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A Gathering of Souls — Samhain Procession Galway 2026 takes place on Sunday, 1 November 2026 at 18:00.
A Gathering of Souls — Samhain Procession Galway 2026 is held at Galway City Streets in Galway (Galway City Centre, Galway).
Entry to A Gathering of Souls — Samhain Procession Galway 2026 is free.
The forecast for A Gathering of Souls — Samhain Procession Galway 2026 is Clear · 12°C.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Galway City Streets can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
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The Gaillimh Ah-Boo! celebrations conclude with a free public Samhain procession on the streets of Galway City on 1 November 2026 at 18:00. Led by the Mexican Community in Galway, the event brings Irish and Mexican traditions together through music and storytelling.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
Galway’s Gaillimh Ah-Boo! celebrations conclude with A Gathering of Souls, a free public Samhain procession bringing Irish and Mexican traditions together on the streets of Galway.
Led by the Mexican Community in Galway, the event explores the connections between Samhain, All Souls’ Day and Día de Muertos through music, symbolism, storytelling, colour and collective remembrance. Rather than presenting the traditions separately, the procession creates a shared cultural experience celebrating memory, community and the enduring connection between generations.
A Gathering of Souls takes place on Sunday 1 November 2026 at 6:00pm on the streets of Galway City.
Free to attend. Family-friendly and accessible.
Official organiser: Galway City Council Night-Time Economy / Gaillimh Ah-Boo!, led by the Mexican Community in Galway.
This public event listing was added by GetEvents Local Event Guide to help people discover what’s happening locally. GetEvents.ie is not the organiser of this event and does not manage event access, updates or cancellations. Please check the organiser’s official channels for the latest information before attending.
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Before you goFrequently asked questions
When is A Gathering of Souls — Samhain Procession Galway 2026?
A Gathering of Souls — Samhain Procession Galway 2026 takes place on Sunday, 1 November 2026 at 18:00.
Where is A Gathering of Souls — Samhain Procession Galway 2026 taking place?
A Gathering of Souls — Samhain Procession Galway 2026 is held at Galway City Streets in Galway (Galway City Centre, Galway).
How much are tickets for A Gathering of Souls — Samhain Procession Galway 2026?
Entry to A Gathering of Souls — Samhain Procession Galway 2026 is free.
What will the weather be like at A Gathering of Souls — Samhain Procession Galway 2026?
The forecast for A Gathering of Souls — Samhain Procession Galway 2026 is Clear · 12°C.
Is there anywhere to stay near A Gathering of Souls — Samhain Procession Galway 2026?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Galway City Streets can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for A Gathering of Souls — Samhain Procession Galway 2026?
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