storytelling sessions for the young and old..

Join Moth & Butterfly for some magical, spellbinding folk stories in the glade behind the Mayor’s Pavilion during the afternoon.

Moth & Butterfly is a storytelling collective who perform around the globe and produce an annual festival in Galway. The two founders are Órla Mc Govern & Niceol Blue. Órla is an award winning storyteller, writer and performer. She has written several plays, appeared in many more, and has penned two books of folk tales for children. Niceol is a seasoned musician, storyteller, and writer. Originally from Oregon, she has sung on stages all over the world, and is also a published author. If you’re in Galway check them out.