RIG Arts is passionate about getting art and people into the streets and public spaces to share work, experience cultural activities together and to celebrate creativity with the wider community.
The arts create a wide benefit to those directly engaged in projects but also to the wider public through events, festivals, co-created public art, and creative regeneration all contributing to a sense of connectedness, increased wellbeing and community cohesion.
Galoshans Festival
A celebration of creativity with community at its heart!
We are thrilled to announce the return of Inverclyde’s annual Galoshans Festival for its much-anticipated 2024 edition, marking a very special 10th birthday! Get ready for a magical celebration, filled with art, culture, and Halloween fun that will once again enchant the entire community. This year’s festival promises to deliver unforgettable moments, celebrating the rich heritage and vibrant spirit of Inverclyde.
From 17th October – 2nd November, we’ll be celebrating 10 years of the Galoshans Festival, with a focus on Halloween traditions and the incredible art and culture Inverclyde has to offer. We’re proud to be leading the festival alongside Feral and The Beacon Arts Centre, with fantastic programming support from Inverclyde Libraries, Watt Institution, Kayos Theatre Company, Greenock Rock Choir, Magic Torch Comics, TRANCND, Clyde Muirshiel Regional Park, The Wyllieum, and Inverclyde YMI Street Band. Thanks to the support of Creative Scotland, you can look forward to an incredible array of events—from art installations and theatre to street performances, live music, and much more! And of course, we’ll be rounding it all off with the much-loved Galoshans Street Party, a highlight featuring street bands, live performances, captivating street theatre and art activities.
A bit from Karen Orr, Chief Executive and founder of Rig Arts
“It’s amazing to be celebrating 10 years of the Galoshans Festival.
“RIG has been a driving force in its development.
“Seeing the festival transforming and growing with strong grassroots support, local consortium partners and accessible cutting-edge cultural experiences for the wider community is fantastic.”
For more information on The Galoshans Festival or to see the full program, follow this link.
Rig Arts Galoshans GIG @ RIG
Organiser: RIG Arts
Date: 24 October 2024
Time / duration: 7.00 – 9.00 PM / 2 hours
Location: RIG Arts, Unit 7, 11 Clarence Street
Ticket type: Free but ticketed
Recommended age: 5+
Event type: Performance
We’ve got something special lined up for this year’s 10th Anniversary of Galoshans! 🎉 Join us at the RIG Arts Studio on Thursday, October 24th for GIG @ RIG—an evening of fantastic live performances featuring some of Inverclyde’s brightest up-and-coming musicians and bands. 🎶
Our talented Rock School bands will be showcasing everything they’ve learned, bringing a spooky set that’s sure to get you into the Galoshans spirit! 👻
Entry is free, but space is limited due to the venue size, so be sure to book your spot to avoid missing out!
The bands will also have their own merch and music available, so bring along some cash to show your support for our local musicians. 🎸
We’ll also have free earplugs available at the venue for your comfort.
For any access needs or questions, please email Beth at info@rigarts.org. We can’t wait to see you there! #GaloshansFestival #GigAtRIG
Rig Arts Galoshans Street Party
Organiser: RIG Arts
Date: 29 October 2024
Time / duration: 6.00 – 8.00 PM / 2 hours
Location: Custom House Square, Greenock PA15 1HJ
Ticket type: Free and unticketed
Recommended age: All ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult
Event type: Varied
The festival culminates in the highly anticipated Galoshans Street Party, which this year will be taking place on Tuesday 29th October (6-8 pm) at Custom House Square, East India Harbour and Beacon Arts Centre. Featuring ‘Sail Loft’ by Scottish company Oceanallover, an otherworldly performance, live music and spellbinding costume alongside a spectacular 10-metre-tall tower installation on Greenock’s waterfront. Also proudly presenting performances by Greenock Rock Choir and OiMusica / Where’s the One? (In association with Youth Music Services) Street Band. Greenock Burns Club Spooky Storytelling and NoNonsense Productions- Performance of Frankenstein. With the usual street party favourites of the Galoshans Giants, Arts & Crafts, Immersive Sensory Art Bus, FacePainting, DJ/Music and projections.
Check out all the street party events taking place here.