Galway 2020 Reimagined Programme

2020 has been an extraordinary year, and Covid 19 has shaken the foundations of the entire arts and culture sector.

Galway 2020 European Capital of Culture made the decision not to proceed with live events scheduled from mid-March onwards, in response to public health guidelines and in the interests of public health. However, despite these challenging times, Galway 2020 has remained committed to the recovery and sustainability of the sector and our incredible artists and cultural organisations, and today announces details of an exciting reimagined programme of events.

Staying true to the original themes of Language, Landscape and Migration, the reimagined programme, which will take place from September 2020 to March 2021, will include both live and digital components, offering audiences the possibility to attend events in person, or experience elements of the programme online from home.



Working closely with our European partners, the digital presentation of events allows for the retention of international partnerships and collaborations. The ambition of the programme, while making every effort to create live experiences for audiences again, in a safe way, those who are unable to attend, will also have the opportunity to experience memorable moments, while staying safe at home.

The public can expect in-person and live events, outdoor installations, publications, online events, outdoor performances, exhibitions and broadcasts, from Macnas, Druid, Galway International Arts Festival and many more. The Galway 2020 programme has been reimagined by over 350 of Galway and Ireland’s best talents from the original programme and events which were impacted by Covid 19, showing their collective imagination, creativity, brilliance and resilience. Acutely aware of the public health guidelines, events have been reimagined to be presented within these guidelines, allowing for social distancing and limited attendance. These measures will be further supported by the Galway 2020 Wave Makers (volunteers) who have received Covid 19 training, to help patrons, artists and staff feel comfortable and safe.