Welcome to The Galway Drum Show 2026! Get ready to experience an unforgettable day filled with rhythm and beats at Raheen Woods Hotel. Join us on March 1, 2026 at 10:00 AM for a day dedicated to drumming enthusiasts and music lovers alike. Come and witness amazing performances, interactive workshops, and explore the latest drumming gear. Don't miss out on this exciting event that will surely get your feet tapping and hands drumming!

Main Stage: (Schedule to be confirmed)

Nic Collins (son of the legendary Phil Collins)

John Riely - American Jazz Drummer and Educator

Sam Purcell - a young Irish drummer from Sligo who has won our wild card performance slot. (@cladamusic)

Experience Rooms:

(Free Events Available to book online quoting your GDS 26 ticket number from early Feb - on our Booking Online Page)

The John Bonham Experience - Masterclass
Remo Drum Tuning workshop
Boomwhacker Orchestra - Kids event
The Mysteries of Doubles workshop with John Tierney
How to change a Drum Head workshop- Kids Event with John Tierney
Percussion workshop with Lorcan from Mitchell Drums

Main Arena Highlights:

Above average Clothing booth - Galway Drum Show X Above Average Clothing Collab T-Shirts available for pre order at www.aboveaverageclothing.co.uk - T-Shirts will be available to collect at the show on March 1st.
Handmade Hand Pan demonstrations with Jake from McCarthy Instruments
Moulded ear plug fitting from HearMed
Ear wax removal from HearMed
Vinyl records booth - Listen/Buy
Beatles Booth - Play any Beatles song of your choice on a vintage kit
Drummers Universe
An amazing amount of drum gear and accessories available to try and buy!
Plus much more!

Food available in the hotel bar.

Tea/Coffee and snack bar also available.

Quiet areas available if you need a break during the day.

Kardio Kids Play area available at the hotel for the little ones.