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RDS (Royal Dublin Society)

Merrion Road, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4, D04 AK83, Ballsbridge, Dublin

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Venue information

Merrion Road, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4, D04 AK83, Ballsbridge, Dublin

Luas
No direct Luas route to the RDS; closest stop is Ranelagh, which can be reached by taking the S2 bus from Merrion Road (per RDS)
DART
Lansdowne Road and Sandymount DART stations, both a short walk (per RDS)
Bus
Dublin Bus 4, 7, 7a, 27X; Go-Ahead Ireland 18, S2; further routes on Donnybrook Road/N11 (E1, E2, 7b, 7d, 39a, 84x, 116, 155) approx. 10-minute walk (per RDS)
Travel note
TFI publishes event-specific travel pages for RDS events (transportforireland.ie/events). On-site parking fee-paying; RDS stated €10/day for daily parking and event visitors, subject to availability, excluding Dublin Horse Show and certain large outdoor concerts.
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Confirmed events at RDS (Royal Dublin Society)

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Exhibitions & Trade Shows Confirmed

Friday 16 October 2026 to Sunday 18 October 2026

AnimeCon

RDS (Royal Dublin Society)

A three-day anime and Japanese pop-culture fan convention at the RDS with exhibitors, artists, cosplay and guest panels.

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Exhibitions & Trade Shows Confirmed

Friday 16 October 2026 to Sunday 18 October 2026

The Autumn PTSB Ideal Home Show 2026

RDS (Royal Dublin Society)

The autumn edition of Ireland's best-known home and lifestyle show, filling the RDS with interiors, renovation, food and gadget exhibitors over three days.

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Exhibitions & Trade Shows Confirmed

Wednesday 21 October 2026 to Thursday 22 October 2026 · 08:00–16:55

Renewable Energy Expo Ireland 2026

RDS (Royal Dublin Society)

Wind Energy Ireland's renewable energy trade expo at the RDS, combining an exhibition floor with conference content across two days.

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Exhibitions & Trade Shows Confirmed

Saturday 7 November 2026 to Monday 9 November 2026

Nevo Electric Vehicle Show Ireland 2026

RDS (Royal Dublin Society)

A three-day electric vehicle show at the RDS with manufacturers, charging providers and test-drive opportunities for prospective EV buyers.

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Conferences & Business Confirmed

Wednesday 11 November 2026 to Thursday 12 November 2026

Education Buildings Ireland 2026

RDS (Royal Dublin Society)

Two-day conference and exhibition on the design and delivery of education buildings in Ireland, at the RDS.

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Exhibitions & Trade Shows Confirmed

Friday 13 November 2026 to Sunday 15 November 2026

Art Source

RDS (Royal Dublin Society)

A weekend contemporary art fair at the RDS where galleries and artists sell direct to the public.

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Exhibitions & Trade Shows Confirmed

Wednesday 18 November 2026 to Thursday 19 November 2026

DataCentres Ireland 2026

RDS (Royal Dublin Society)

A two-day trade exhibition and multi-stream conference at the RDS for Ireland's data centre sector, covering technology, energy and operations.

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Exhibitions & Trade Shows Confirmed

Saturday 21 November 2026 to Monday 23 November 2026

Comic-Con Ireland

RDS (Royal Dublin Society)

Comic-Con Ireland's three-day pop-culture convention at the RDS, with media guests, comic creators, cosplay, workshops and family activities.

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Exhibitions & Trade Shows Confirmed

Wednesday 2 December 2026 to Sunday 6 December 2026

Gifted – The Contemporary Craft & Design Fair

RDS (Royal Dublin Society)

A five-day contemporary craft and design fair at the RDS with Irish makers and a Christmas food emporium - a major pre-Christmas shopping event.

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Exhibitions & Trade Shows Confirmed

Saturday 16 January 2027 to Sunday 17 January 2027

Megacon Live Dublin

RDS (Royal Dublin Society)

A weekend pop-culture convention at the RDS with celebrity guests, cosplay, gaming and trader halls.

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Exhibitions & Trade Shows Confirmed

Sunday 17 January 2027 to Tuesday 19 January 2027

Showcase Ireland

RDS (Royal Dublin Society)

Ireland's long-running creative trade fair at the RDS, where Irish home, gift, fashion, jewellery and wellness makers present collections to retail buyers.

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Exhibitions & Trade Shows Confirmed

Tuesday 16 February 2027 to Thursday 18 February 2027

Catex

RDS (Royal Dublin Society)

Ireland's largest foodservice and hospitality trade show at the RDS, where chefs, hoteliers, publicans and caterers meet suppliers over three days.

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Food & Drink Confirmed

Friday 16 April 2027 to Saturday 17 April 2027

Whiskey Live Dublin 2027

RDS (Royal Dublin Society)

Ireland's premier whiskey festival at the RDS: Friday and Saturday tasting sessions with 100+ whiskeys and spirits, cocktail bars, food pairings and separately ticketed masterclasses. Suits spirits fans and groups; 18+.

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Sporting Events Confirmed

Wednesday 4 August 2027 to Sunday 8 August 2027

Gallagher Dublin Horse Show 2027

RDS (Royal Dublin Society)

Five days of international show jumping, showing classes, shopping and entertainment at the RDS — running since 1864 and one of the fixtures of Dublin's summer social calendar, including the Nations' Cup of Ireland (Aga Khan Trophy).

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