People across Galway City and County are invited to the free Galway Together Expo at The Galmont Hotel, Galway, on Monday, 2 November 2026, from 11:00am to 3:00pm. The event will assemble more than 50 organisations, services and support agencies to help residents stay healthy, independent, informed and connected.

Run jointly by Galway City Council and Galway County Council through the Galway City and County Local Community Safety Partnerships (LCSPs), alongside the Healthy Galway Programme and the Galway Age Friendly Programme, the Expo will highlight services that promote community wellbeing, safety, health and social inclusion.

Attendees can meet representatives from bodies including the HSE, Decision Support Service, Healthy Age Friendly Homes Programme, Garda Community Policing, Local Authority Community Teams, Webwise, and the Western Regional Drug and Alcohol Task Force. Information will be available on local supports, grants, services and community initiatives throughout the day.

A schedule of expert talks will cover safer internet use (Irish Internet Hotline), decision-making supports and future planning (Decision Support Service), ageing and wellbeing (University of Galway), and healthy eating and nutrition (HSE).

A dedicated wellness area will offer free taster sessions and demonstrations such as Ba Duan Jin, Tai Chi and Chair Yoga, giving visitors practical ways to support physical and mental wellbeing.

As part of the health focus, Croí, the West of Ireland Cardiac & Stroke Foundation, will provide free rapid health checks delivered by qualified nurses. These will include blood pressure and pulse checks, lifestyle advice, information on managing risk factors, signposting to relevant supports, and a personal health record card. Each check takes 10 to 15 minutes, with ongoing help available via the Croí Nurse Support Line. Speaking ahead of the event on behalf of the Galway City and County Local Community Safety Partnerships, Cathaoirleach Andrew Reddington, Chair of Galway County LCSP, said: "The Galway Together Expo is about bringing people and services together in one accessible space. Many valuable supports are available across Galway, but people are not always aware of them. This event provides an opportunity to meet service providers face-to-face, ask questions, and learn about resources that can help people stay safe, connected and active in their communities."

Speaking on behalf of the Healthy Galway Programme, Aisling Colreavy said: "Good health is influenced by many factors, including social connection, access to information, physical activity and community support. Galway Together highlights the wide range of services and programmes available across the city and county that help people live healthier, more fulfilling lives. We encourage everyone to come along, explore what is on offer and discover new ways to support their wellbeing."

The Expo underscores a strong partnership approach across Galway to building healthier, safer and more inclusive communities by bringing statutory agencies, community organisations and local services together in one place to make information and supports easier to access for all ages.

Admission is free and all are welcome. Event details: Galway Together Expo; Date: Monday, 2 November 2026; Time: 11:00am – 3:00pm; Venue: The Galmont Hotel, Galway. Registration: forms.cloud.microsoft/e/HXEyJUDTYL. Further information: [email protected].

The Galway Together Expo is supported by Galway City Council, Galway County Council, Healthy Ireland, the Galway Age Friendly Programme, Galway City Local Community Safety Partnership, Galway County Local Community Safety Partnership and the Department of Justice, Home Affairs and Migration through the Community Safety Fund 2026.