You can fly into either Shannon Airport or Dublin Airport. There are buses from both airports that will take you to Galway City. To schedule a bus from Shannon Airport to Galway City, you can use this link: https://national.buseireann.ie/ (Select "Shannon Airport Arrivals" and "Galway Bus Station") To schedule a bus from Dublin Airport to Galway City, you can use this link: https://www.citylink.ie/ (Select "Dublin Airport, Zone 13 for Galway - Zone 12 for Limerick" and "Galway, Coach Station, Fairgreen Road)
This link below provides entry and exit requirements when flying between the US and Ireland. Keep in mind, requirements are subject to change between now and September. https://ie.usembassy.gov/covid-19-information/
Yes, Salthill Hotel offers complimentary parking and has both above and underground parking lots.
Although many traditions remain the same, the reception timeline differs from a standard American wedding. Because I always need a schedule, I included a rough outline to help give an idea of what to expect for anyone like me: Once the Church concludes, everyone can head to Salthill Hotel for the reception. Upon arrival, there will be a cocktail reception. After about an hour and a half, the "bell rings" for dinner. Unlike American weddings, the music does not start until after dinner. Speeches are made throughout the meal and the meal tends to last for about two hours. After dinner, the tables are moved and the band will start! Following the band, we have a DJ that will play until the early hours.