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Addressing the needs of Headford and District in social, cultural, environmental, and business terms. Patrick's Day Parade.

Founded in April 2003, the Headford & District Association is dedicated to enhancing the social, cultural, environmental, and business life of the Headford area. Our mission is to promote Headford as a vibrant place to live, work, and enjoy leisure, while fostering community pride and sustainable local development. Over the years, the Association has played a key role in numerous community projects, including: The Town Sewerage Scheme, The Children's playground, Town Twinning, Amenity Walk, Heritage initiatives, Christmas lights, Town Team, Reimagine Headford Project, Tidy Towns, Headfest and the St. Together with local residents, businesses, and volunteers, we continue to work towards making Headford a thriving and welcoming community.

22/10/2026

Special shout out to the Headford Yarnbombers for their spooktacular creations in Headford for this coming Halloween! 🎃 👻

15/10/2026

📣 HaDA AGM – Wednesday, 21st October 2026

The Headford & District Association AGM will take place on Wednesday 21st October at 8:30pm in The Angler’s Rest Hotel, Headford.

🌱 A new chapter for HaDA starts here.

We welcome all members of the community to come along, share your ideas, get involved and, hopefully, volunteer to help shape the next chapter of HaDA.

Whether you’ve been involved before or are completely new to HaDA, we’d love to see you there. 🩵

📅 Wednesday, 21st October 2026
🕣 8:30pm
📍 The Anglers Rest Hotel, Headford

Come along. Get involved. Help shape what’s next.

01/10/2026

📣 EVERYBODY HAS A STORY 📣

We all have a story to tell. We know what it feels like to miss home, to search for connection, and to long for a sense of belonging.

In partnership with Creative Ireland, Galway County Council and Headford Something in the Water, we are inviting members of the community to share their stories for a a special recording under the theme of Headford, Home and Belonging.

Sign up here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeFz8-p-4UHI4zZ4AVhyl6wu3mqM3sT_vQvdJ1SCvlrM4ft5Q/viewform

🗓️ October 4th 2026
⏰ 12-6pm (book a slot within the link)
📍Cloughanover Community Hall (H91 HH92)

Every story matters. What’s yours? ❤️

23/09/2026

🎸 TAKING CARE OF YOUR GUITAR – FREE WORKSHOP 🎸

Got a guitar that could do with a little TLC? Or would you simply like to know more about
how to look after your instrument?

Join Conor McBrierty for a practical workshop covering guitar set-up, strings, tuning, basic tools, care and maintenance.

Conor will show you how to assess the set-up of your guitar, make simple adjustments and better understand how to keep your instrument in good condition.

🎸 Bring your guitar along! Acoustic, electric or bass — working or not!

We’ll have real instruments to look at, and
where possible Conor will demonstrate how simple problems can be identified and sorted.

📅 Friday 2nd October
⏰ 2pm
📍 St Fursa’s Hall, Headford
🎟 FREE

Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/taking-care-of-your-guitar-with-conor-mcbrierty-tickets-2002090428366

This is primarily a guitar care, set-up and maintenance workshop rather than a playing
session.

The workshop is taking place during Something in the Water Festival and is part of the Headford and District Association Creative Communities Programme.

Come along, learn a few useful skills and meet other local musicians and guitar enthusiasts.🎶

22/09/2026

❤️ HaDA ❤️

Behind the Headford & District Association is a group of volunteers who genuinely love our community and want to see Headford and the surrounding area thrive.

Throughout the year, HaDA works behind the scenes to connect local authorities and organisations, businesses, community groups and members of the public to help bring ideas, initiatives and events to life.

From our much-loved Christmas Lights, annual celebrations, to community projects, cultural events and opportunities that bring people together, HaDA is proud to play its part in making Headford a vibrant and welcoming place.

But HaDA has always been about more than events. It’s about connecting people, supporting our community and creating opportunities to work together.
As we look towards the next chapter, we want to hear from our community and, most importantly, welcome new people who might like to get involved.

📅 HaDA Annual General Meeting
🗓️ Monday, 28 September
⏰ 8:30pm
📍 Angler’s Rest Hotel, Headford

Everyone in the community is welcome. Come along, hear what HaDA has been doing, share your ideas and, perhaps, volunteer to help shape what comes next.

✨ Let’s shape its next chapter together. ✨

21/09/2026

📣 AGM UPDATE 📣

Out of respect for the recent passing of two well-known members of our local community, the Headford & District Association AGM scheduled for Monday 28th September has been postponed.

We extend our deepest sympathies to the family and friends during this difficult time.

A new date for the AGM will be announced shortly. Thank you for your understanding. ❤️

11/09/2026

EVERYBODY HAS A STORY

FREE Storytelling Workshops with Writer, Storyteller & Comedian Amy Walsh

Everybody has a story. But what makes a story worth telling?

With special thanks to Creative Ireland, in partnership with Galway County Council and Headford Something In The Water, join writer, storyteller and comedian Amy Walsh for a playful, interactive, FREE workshop exploring the art of storytelling.

Discover simple techniques for bringing stories to life through character, detail, voice, humour and imagination, before having the chance to share a story of your own.

With a loose theme of Headford, home and belonging, come with a story, a memory, an idea or make one up!

🎙️ AND THERE’S MORE…

Stories from the workshops can optionally be recorded on Sunday 4th as part of an audio archive celebrating the stories, memories and voices of the Headford community.

Half of the recording spaces will be reserved for workshop participants, giving you the opportunity to contribute your story to this growing collection of local voices.

📅 SATURDAY 3 OCTOBER 2026

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 FAMILY WORKSHOP�⏰12:00pm – 2:00pm
📍Campbell’s Tavern, H91 T4A8

🧑 ADULT WORKSHOP�⏰3:00pm – 5:00pm
📍Campbell’s Tavern, H91 T4A8

No previous storytelling experience needed. Just bring your curiosity and a story to tell.

🎟️ Reserve your spot via Ticket Tailor on Something In The Water
https://www.tickettailor.com/events/somethinginthewater

Everybody has a story. What’s yours?

06/09/2026

🌟 HEADFORD & DISTRICT ASSOCIATION BRINGS YOU… THE COMMUNITY GROUP SHOWCASE 🌟

Ever wondered what’s happening in your local community or how you could get involved?

Join us for the Headford & District Community Group Awareness Day! 💛

📅 Sunday, 20th September 2026 ⏰ 11:00am – 2:00pm 📍 St. Fursa’s Hall, Headford

We’re bringing together the fantastic community groups, organisations and volunteers from across Headford & District for a special day celebrating everything that makes our community tick.

🤝 Meet local groups 🌱 Discover new opportunities 💡 Find out what’s happening in your area 🙋 Get involved or volunteer ❤️ Connect with the people making a difference locally

Whether you’re looking for a new hobby, want to meet people, have an idea you’d like to contribute, or simply want to find out more about what’s happening in Headford & District. So come along and have a chat! There’s something for everyone, and everyone is welcome.

Let’s celebrate the incredible people and organisations that make our community what it is and help bring even more people together. 💛

Sunday, 20th September | 11am–2pm | St. Fursa’s Hall, Headford

Come along, say hello and find your place in your community. 🙌

30/08/2026

🎨 CREATIVE COMMUNITIES PROGRAMME! 🎨

We’re delighted to share the next round of creative workshops coming up as part of Headford & District Association’s Creative Communities Programme! 💛

We are so grateful to be able to offer this programme of creative workshops to our community, made possible through Creative Communities and Creative Ireland funding.

🌼 Saturday 12th September | Moyne Villa Clubhouse

🏺 Ceramic Workshops with Maeve Gallagher
👧 Kids (6+): 10am–12pm
👩 Adults: 2pm–4pm

Participants will return on the 26th of September to paint and decorate their ceramic pieces.

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/clay-memory-place-adult-ceramic-workshop-with-maeve-gallagher-tickets-1999157914137

✨ All workshops are FREE to attend, but booking in advance is essential.

Spaces are limited, so if there’s a workshop you fancy, grab your spot on Eventbrite before they’re gone! 🎟️

We can’t wait to see everyone getting creative! 💕🎨

05/06/2026

🌈 Our Pride flags are flying in Headford, and we’re proud to show support for our local LGBTQ+ community.

Every person deserves to feel welcome, valued, and safe in the place they call home. These flags are a simple but visible reminder that Headford stands for inclusion, respect, and community for everyone.

Happy Pride Month to all our LGBTQ+ neighbours, friends, and families. ❤️🏳️‍🌈

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