Town Hall Theatre Galway

Galway

Address

1 Courthouse Square, GalwayH91 H3C2

Phone

The Town Hall Theatre is the epicentre of Galway’s cultural life. Housed in a historic building that dates back to the 1820s (it has served as a courthouse, a town hall, and even a cinema), it was extensively renovated and officially reopened as a state-of-the-art theatre in 1996. It features a beautiful 400-seat main auditorium and a more intimate 52-seat Studio Space. The venue also manages the nearby Black Box Theatre on Dyke Road. Open 362 days a year, the Town Hall is a vital venue for the Galway International Arts Festival and hosts a diverse annual programme of professional and amateur theatre, opera, ballet, comedy, and music.

Accessibility

The Town Hall Theatre main building is designed to be accessible: Physical Access: The main auditorium is fully wheelchair accessible with step-free entrance via automated doors. Note: The separate Town Hall Studio space is currently not wheelchair accessible. Seating: Dedicated wheelchair positions are available in the main auditorium. The venue strongly requests that wheelchair users contact the Box Office directly (+353 91 569777) rather than booking online to ensure they are properly accommodated. Hearing Support: An Induction Loop System is in place in the main auditorium for patrons with hearing impairments. Toilets: Wheelchair-accessible toilet facilities are available on-site.

Car Parking

While the Town Hall Theatre is located in a busy part of Galway city and has limited immediate on-street parking, there are several convenient options nearby: Cathedral Car Park: Located less than a 5-minute walk from the venue, this is a large Pay and Display car park (typically around €5 per day). Dyke Road Car Park: Located next to the Black Box Theatre (approx. 5-7 minutes' walk), this car park often offers a flat rate for evening parking. On-Street Parking: Limited paid on-street parking is available in the general Woodquay area. Accessible Parking: There are 2 designated disabled spaces on Waterside (immediately by the venue), 2 on Corrib Terrace, and 1 on Courthouse Square.

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Café & Bar

The Bar: The theatre features a spacious bar located on the top floor/balcony level, which is a popular spot for patrons to meet for drinks before a performance and during the interval. Local Dining: Situated in Courthouse Square near the vibrant Woodquay neighborhood, the theatre is surrounded by numerous award-winning restaurants and cafés, making it easy to find pre-show or post-show dining within a 2-minute walk.