SEPTEMBER 2026 Events
Architecture at the Edge – Flag Launch and Talk on Grattan Beach, SALTHILL
We are delighted for Amelia Walker of Sandlarks whose beautiful flag will be launched as part of Architecture At The Edge
The launch will include a series of guest speakers, and we invite you all to attend the official launch on Grattan Beach, SALTHILL on the 26th of September from 12 noon.
Learn more about this event and others at:
https://www.architectureattheedge.com/…/aate-flag…
#ArchitectureAtTheEdge#FlagLaunch
Galway Atlantaquaria & Rinn Medical Devices Get Curious on the Shore for the Baboro Festival 2026
Creative Workshops | 3 yrs +
Friday the 9th October and Saturday 10th October
Book Now at Get Curious on the Shore
EVENTS IN OCTOBER
BAT WALKS in Salthill
We are hoping that the weather will hold and will host two bat walks. Given the weather requirements, these must be pre-booked and you may email: garry@nationalaquarium.ie to reserve your spot. Limited to 20 people.
COASTWATCH IRL Survey
There will be a free Coastwatch Survey on Ladies Beach, SALTHILL on the 14th of October from 1 pm.
FOSSIL WALKS – Mid Term Break
We are looking forward to exploring the geology of Ladies Beach, and searching for Ancient fossils. This experience will happen on the Wednesday and Thursday of the Mid Term Break. Details coming soon.
EVENTS IN OCTOBER
SEAGRASS WALK
EVENTS IN OCTOBER
Final Explore Your Shore! of 2026
On the 28th of December we will be hosting the final Explore Your Shore! walk of 2026. This will be on Grattan Beach, and take place from 1.30 pm.
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. See our Risk Assessment
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.