Whats to do on New Year's in Galway?

Question

A gang of us are going upto Galway (hopefully) and renting a house outside the city in Spiddeal or maybe Letterfrack.

What should we do for New Year's Eve and the days around that? Any recommendations??

Answer 1

You could check if any of the local Hotels (like the one below) are open to Non-Residents for the New Year Celebrations :

Galway Bay hotel

New Years Eve 2006

Sunday 31st December



After you check in, set the tone for the New Year and come enjoy a work out in our Leisure Centre.

Alternatively relax in our sauna or steam room or pamper yourself with a luxurious treatment at Calmer Waters Health & Beauty.

From 7pm enjoy a Hot Punch Reception with an opportunity to meet fellow guests and hosts for the evening.

8pm commencement of our Black & White Ball including a sumptuous 5 course banquet dinner.

Dance the night away with Superb Live Entertainment.



Monday 1st January 2007



Enjoy a well - deserved lie in followed by a recovery Champagne Breakfast.

A round of golf or a walk on the promenade overlooking the bay is the perfect way to revive and refresh after the night of festivities.

Extend your stay with packages available for those who wish to get the New Year off to a relaxing start.



New Years Eve Rates

30th & 31st or 31st & 1st

Black & White Ball

2 B&B and 1 Dinner plus B&W Ball €265pps

2 B&B plus B&W Ball €240pps

Children: 2 B&B plus Camp €110pps

Contact Reservations Now on 091 520520 or email [e-mail]

Hope this helps you - have a great New Year!

Answer 2

well if you rent a house in letterfrack good luck to ya you might as well stay at home as the pubs is about 8 to 10 miles away and the only thing you will see plenty of out their is sheep and if you happen to hit one on the way home you can always cook it now if you stay in spidial that's 9 miles from city and the crack is good in town galway but h**l you will never get a cab home no matter how much you pay as the crowd is big you can always stay in spidial but if you want fun try raddison night club for new yr eve you will have to book as they charge for new year eve party but h**l i know you will enjoy Ur self so regards o and if you are over 60 then letterfrack is good for you regards and merry xmas