Event Details
Welcome to the Dublin Beer Festival 2026 in Dublin
The Dublin Beer Festival 2026 takes place on 11 and 12 September at the RDS Main Arena in Ballsbridge, Dublin 4. The event brings together Irish and international breweries, plus cocktails, wine, spirits and RTDs. Official session times: Friday 16:00–22:00, Saturday 14:00–22:00.
Highlights & Attractions at Dublin Beer Festival in Dublin
- More than 30 Irish and international breweries on site
- Live beers, cocktails, wine, spirits and alcohol-free options
- Ticket includes festival entry and a souvenir cup
- No token system: drinks are purchased as you go (card payments)
- DJs and live music on the festival floor
- Food trucks (vendors to be confirmed closer to the date)
- Irish craft names including O'Hara's, Blacks Brewing & Distilling, Brewski and Wicklow Brewery
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Program & Schedule: What to Expect in 2026
Friday 11 September 2026 runs from 16:00 to 22:00. Saturday 12 September 2026 runs from 14:00 to 22:00. According to the official FAQ, children are allowed until 20:00 each day and must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. The full beer list is released just before the festival; the lineup page on dublinbeerfest.ie is updated regularly. DJs and live music are part of the programme. A complete hour-by-hour stage schedule had not been fully published at the time of research – check the official website closer to the event.
Tickets & Admission for Dublin Beer Festival Dublin
Admission is ticketed. Early-bird tickets were promoted on the festival’s official channels (including the organiser’s Instagram) at around €20 per ticket, with a 2-for-€30 offer; drinks are not included. Tickets cover entry to the festival area and a souvenir cup. The organiser strongly recommends buying in advance; a limited number of tickets may be available at the door. Always check current prices and session tickets at https://dublinbeerfest.ie/dublin-beer-festival-tickets, as early-bird rates can end.
Visitor Tips: Travel & Accommodation in Dublin
- Travel: Dublin Bus (British Embassy stop on Merrion Road), DART (Lansdowne Road and Sandymount), Luas (Ranelagh). Parking is available on the RDS grounds.
- September in Dublin is often mild and changeable – bring a light jacket and weatherproof shoes.
- Book hotels in Ballsbridge, Dublin 4 and the city centre early, as the weekend can be busy.
- Only assistance dogs are allowed. Plan for card payments for drinks; there is no token system.
- The full food-truck list and pouring list are often confirmed close to the event – follow the official website and newsletter.
