Welcome to our Events and Tourism page – your comprehensive guide to what’s happening and how to go about planning an event in the City! 
There are lots of exciting events happening this year for The Gathering Ireland 2013. It will be an exciting celebration of Ireland, its people and all that is great about its connections, both at home and abroad. We are playing a key role in promoting events for the Gathering in Dublin City. See www.thegatheringireland.com
Our Role
The Events and Tourism Promotion Unit is responsible for
granting approval for events and/or activities taking place in the public realm. We also facilitate and partner events, provide an advisory role and a liaison service for events and initiate events.
We deal with events that expect an audience of less than 5,000 people. Contact us with details of your proposal Tel: 01 222 2242 or email events@dublincity.ie. 
If you are planning an event with over 5,000 people expected to attend, you need to contact the Planning Department for an Event Licence under Part XVI of the Planning and Development Act 2000. Tel: 01 222 2149 or email: planning@dublincity.ie
Our Objective
It is the objective of Dublin City Council, that the events:
- Animate the city
- Bring economic benefits to the city
- Grow the tourist and local visitor numbers
Event Approval
Approval is required for all events, including
- Filming
- Product sampling/ Promotion
- Charity collections
- Store launches (which includes any other activity)
- Cycling /Fun run/ Walking events
- Strolling Characters
Key Personnel