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Easter Events Galway

Salthill Hotel is an ideal choice for an Easter break, offering families a relaxed seaside setting with easy access to the city’s top attractions. With beaches, family activities, and indoor fun all nearby. Read on for Easter events in Galway…

Easter Events in Galway for Families

 

Galway comes alive every spring with a great mix of Easter events Galway families love, from outdoor egg hunts to city activities and storytelling sessions:

  • Easter Egg Hunt at Brigit’s Garden – A popular seasonal event where young children can follow a trail of clues, solve puzzles and receive a chocolate treat. There’s face painting, crafts and plenty of outdoor fun for all ages over the Easter weekend.

  • Easter Storytelling at Galway City Library – A creative and interactive Easter storytelling session designed especially for young children, combining imagination with seasonal fun.

  • West End Easter Street Festival (city centre) – Expect street entertainment, live music and family-friendly activities around William Street.

  • Spring and Easter Events at Connemara National Park – For families who enjoy nature and gentle outdoor activities, special Easter events and walks are held at this scenic national park.

These events help make Easter events Galway a standout time of year, offering both city-based fun and nearby countryside adventure.

Salthill Hotel At Easter

📍 Perfect Location by the Sea

Located just off the Salthill Promenade, Salthill Hotel offers easy access to Galway’s beautiful coastline – perfect for family walks in the fresh spring air and scenic picnic spots.

🐠 Close to Top Family Attractions

  • Galway Atlantaquaria – Ireland’s national aquarium is less than a ten-minute walk from the hotel. Kids and adults alike will enjoy seeing sea horses, octopuses and interactive touch pools that bring marine life to life.

  • Leisureland – A fun, weather-independent destination with multiple swimming pools, water slides, a kiddie pool and seasonal outdoor amusements. It’s ideal for families looking to splash and play together.

  • Monkey Business – Just minutes from the hotel, this indoor play centre features climbing frames, slides, ball ponds and more, perfect for little ones who need to burn off energy.

With these attractions all within walking distance, staying at Salthill Hotel makes it easy to build a full Easter itinerary without long drives or complicated travel.

Easter Breaks Salthill Hotel

Activities for All Weather and All Ages

Whether the weather is sunny or showery, Salthill and the surrounding area offer plenty of choices:

  • Indoor play centres, soft play and adventure zones for energetic kids

  • Scenic beaches for relaxed strolls at low tide

  • Aquarium visits that are both educational and fun

  • Leisureland pool sessions to wear everyone out before bedtime

This mix of indoor and outdoor options means your Easter break will stay engaging whatever the weather.

Make Your Easter Break Even Better

 

Staying at Salthill Hotel during Easter gives families a home base with all the comforts you need: spacious rooms, on-site dining, relaxing spaces and friendly hospitality. Add in easy access to local cafes, shops and entertainment in Galway city, and you have a full holiday experience in one of Ireland’s most welcoming coastal destinations.

Whether you’re joining city celebrations, heading to an Easter egg hunt, or simply looking for a memorable family escape by the Atlantic, Salthill Hotel puts you perfectly in the heart of the action — and close to all the best things to do in Galway this Easter.

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