Meetings. Music. Madness. March 2026. You in?
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About Our Theme
- Ever heard the phrase “Rocketed into the 4th Dimension”? Sounds a bit mad, right?
- It’s just AA-speak for finding a life in sobriety better than you ever thought possible.
- You might think being young and sober means your life (and your nightlife) is over. We’re here to show you it can be just the beginning baby!
The All Ireland Convention of Young People in Alcoholics Anonymous
Ever wondered what happens when a bunch of young (and young at heart) sober
people take over a hotel for a weekend? It’s not knitting and early nights.
Get ready for:
- Meetings that actually keep you awake
- Meditation that might even work
- Yoga (and yes, the sauna counts as exercise)
- Laugh-til-you-cry fellowship
- Raveypaa – you’ll just have to see it
- Sports Day – bring your A(A) game
- Talent Show – sign up and show off
- A weekend you’ll be talking about until IREYPAA 9
See below to Book Now – your future self will thank you.
Get ready for IREYPAA 8 in
Galway, Ireland
IREYPAA 8 will take place at Shearwater Hotel & Spa from 27-29 March 2026
The full address is: Marina Point, Ballinasloe, Co. Galway, Ireland (H53 F5P9)
Have you booked your room yet?
Room Rates are Single = €140 p/n, Double = €150 p/n, Triple = €225 p/n
To reserve your room call the hotel directly on 090 9630 400
(Calls from outside the Rep of Ireland +353 90 9630 400)
Use the Booking reference number: 559840
You can also book by clicking the ‘Book Now’ button or emailing the hotel directly at reservations@shearwaterhotel.com to reserve your spot 🙌
What is IREYPAA?
A look back on the journey of IREYPAA, why we exist, and how we got to what will be our eighth edition. Bring on IREYPAA 8!
Where & When?
IREYPAA takes place from 27–29 March 2026 at the Shearwater Hotel & Spa in Ballinasloe, Galway, Ireland. Follow our Instagram to keep up on the latest news.
Are You Struggling?
Are you unsure what to do about your drinking? What’s all this AA jazz about anyways? Here are some resources to help.
Meet Fellows, Make Friends
Katie B. (USA)
I made more friends over three days than in my first year sober.
Charlie B. (Scotland)
Been so many times they need to make me an honorary Irishman!
Sofie L. (Denmark)
That was the best weekend, you Irish are crazy!!
IREYPAA 