Galway City Council is delighted to announce that a free, public big\u2011screen showing of the All\u2011Ireland Hurling Final \u2014 Galway vs. Limerick \u2014 will take place in the Heineken Big Top as part of the Galway International Arts Festival (GIAF). This special event brings together two of Galway\u2019s greatest passions: Hurling and the Arts. The Heineken Big Top \u2014 one of Ireland\u2019s most iconic festival venues \u2014 will transform into a vibrant gathering place for supporters, families, and visitors. This is more than a match screening; it is a cultural moment shaped by Galway\u2019s artistic spirit. In a city where creativity thrives and sporting pride runs deep; this unique screening celebrates hurling as a truly European cultural moment \u2014 at an International Arts Festival event in an international city. International visitors participating in Ireland\u2019s EU Presidency programme will be afforded the opportunity to experience this game as part of the festival\u2019s official offering. Tickets will be available free of charge from Monday 13 July at 11:00am via GIAF.ie.<\/p>\n
A Festival Experience for All<\/p>\n
This big\u2011screen event is designed to be family\u2011friendly, accessible, and free, ensuring that the entire community can come together to support Galway\u2019s hurlers on one of the biggest days of the sporting calendar. The screening adds to the dynamic programme of the Galway International Arts Festival, reinforcing Galway\u2019s reputation as a city that embraces creativity in all its forms \u2014 from world\u2011class performances to memorable sporting moments. Mayor of the City of Galway, Cllr Helen Ogbu, welcomed the announcement, saying: \u201cGalway\u00a0is a city shaped by sport,\u00a0culture,\u00a0and community. Hosting\u00a0a free big\u2011screen viewing of\u00a0the All\u2011Ireland Final in the Heineken Big Top during Galway International Arts Festival brings these elements together in a straightforward way.\u00a0It\u2019s\u00a0a chance for supporters,\u00a0families,\u00a0and visitors to come together in a cultural setting to share the occasion and celebrate our maroon spirit. Gaillimh\u00a0Ab\u00fa!\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Event Details<\/p>\n
What: Free Big\u2011Screen Viewing \u2014 All\u2011Ireland Hurling Final
Who: Galway vs. Limerick
Where: Heineken Big Top, Galway International Arts Festival
When: Sunday 19 July 2026, 3.30pm
Doors: 2pm
Tickets: Free \u2014 available from Monday 13 July at 11:00am.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Book on GIAF.ie.<\/p>\n
Limit of four tickets per booking.<\/p>\n
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