food & drink

Dublin Craft Beer Festival 2026

Date & Time

Friday 28 August 2026

12:00pm

Location

RDS

Ballsbridge

Price

From €20

Dublin Craft Beer Festival at the RDS

Dublin’s craft beer scene has exploded in recent years, and the Dublin Craft Beer Festival brings the best of Irish and international independent brewing together under one roof at the RDS.

What to Expect

Dozens of craft breweries pouring their latest and greatest beers, with food stalls, live music, and tasting sessions. You’ll find everything from hop-forward IPAs to barrel-aged stouts, Belgian-style ales to crisp lagers from independent breweries. Food pairings and brewery talks add depth to the experience.

Good to Know

  • Three days at the RDS
  • Tokens system for purchasing drinks
  • Tickets from €20
  • Food stalls on site
  • Live music throughout
  • Don’t drive
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Getting There

Royal Dublin Society, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4

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