Whats Up Next?

Join us for upcoming experiences in April, 2025.

April 2025

Seashore Sketchbooks is a journaling workshop that invites adults to Explore the Shore by observing and sketching native biodiversity. 

No drawing experience is required—just curiosity and a willingness to engage with nature.

This workshop aims to:
✔️ Raise awareness of local biodiversity & Ocean Literacy Themes
✔️ Encourage self-reflection through journaling
✔️ Foster connections within the community
✔️ Promote overall well-being

Galway Atlantaquaria is proud to offer these workshops as part of its Connected Community Initiative.

Places are limited (20 Adults), please email: garry@nationalaquarium.ie

Please note this experience is still in its development, and we are learning from participants as we develop our methodology.

NEXT FOSSIL WALK TBC

“From Fossils to Future: Coastal Heritage and Marine Life”     

Galway Atlantaquaria is delighted to announce our next Clean Coasts Experience in……………..

Our fossil walk along the shores of Salthill is a lot of fun and a great way to discover fossils that are millions of years old!

LOCATION: Ladies Beach, SALTHILL.   

DATES: TBC

Please bring gloves, and be weather-ready!!

2024 Events — HISTORY

Health & Safety

Participants must arrive early to listen to the Health & Safety Briefing.

An Adult or Guardian must supervise children. Please be weather-ready, wear Strong Shoes, bring your own Gloves for litter picking.

Hazards in the environment, Tripping Hazards. Rocks may shift underfoot and may be covered in Algae, too. Extra care is needed while walking.

The Aquarium can cancel this event at any time, should weather or other personal events arise. We will advertise changes on our socials, so please like and follow for updates.