The RDS Dublin (Royal Dublin Society)
22,000 sqm
Indoor Space
6,000
Plenary Capacity
3,500
Banquet Capacity
20
Breakout Rooms
4
Exhibition Halls
About this Venue
The RDS Dublin (Royal Dublin Society) is a premier MICE venue in Ballsbridge, Dublin, offering over 22,000 sqm of versatile indoor event space. It features 10 multi-purpose exhibition halls, 15 breakout rooms, and a plenary capacity of up to 6,500 delegates in its largest hall. The venue is renowned for hosting a wide range of events, from large-scale exhibitions and conferences to concerts and sporting events.
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Venue at a Glance
Venue Type
Exhibition Hall
City
Dublin
Country
IRL
Total Indoor Space
22,000 sqm
Max Plenary
6,000
Max Banquet
3,500
Breakout Rooms
20
Exhibition Halls
4
Airport Distance
25 min
Hotel Rooms (1km)
3,500
Day Delegate Rate
$90 USD
Accessibility
8/10
Full Address
Merrion Road, Ballsbridge, Dublin, Dublin, D04 AK83, IRL
Event Spaces & Rooms
3 configurable spaces
| Space Name | Type | Theatre | Classroom | Banquet | Reception | Area |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main Hall (RDS) | Exhibition Hall | 6,000 | — | 3,500 | — | 8,000 sqm |
| Industries Hall | Exhibition Hall | 2,500 | — | 1,500 | — | 5,500 sqm |
| Members Club | Conference Room | 300 | 150 | 200 | 400 | — |
Technology & Infrastructure
AV & Production Equipment
Sustainability
ISO 20121 certified. Historic campus with modern sustainable infrastructure. Solar panels and rainwater harvesting. Connected to DART rail network.
Certifications
Notable Past Events
3 events hosted
Availability Calendar
Known schedule commitments
July 2026
Upcoming Bookings
Subvention & Funding Support
Failte Ireland MICE Department provides bid support and financial incentives for qualifying international congresses.
Plan Your Event Here
Submit an RFP to get a customized proposal for your event at The RDS Dublin (Royal Dublin Society).
Quick Facts
- Airport
- 25 min drive
- Hotels (1km)
- 3,500 rooms
- Day Delegate Rate
- $90 USD
- Exhibition Halls
- 4
- Breakout Rooms
- 20
- Indoor Space
- 22,000 sqm
Contact Information
Destination
Dublin, Ireland
Europe — Northern Europe
View destination profileData Quality
Silver
Last Verified
9 Mar 2026