Planning an Event in Dublin City
All requests to hold events in the city, including charity events, walks, runs, cycles and family days should be sent to [email protected] using the relevant application form below.
Depending on the nature of your event, different timelines for submission of applicable documentation will apply.
Eight to ten weeks' minimum notice is required along with all documentation for all activities/events proposed for public spaces including family days, music events, sporting events, charity events, and commercial events. Larger events will require a longer lead in time, please see attached documents for further information.
Events for more than 200 people but less than 1,000 persons, the event is rated as low-risk and is not to be used for sporting or racing events.
Example events include choral recitals, cyclethons, arts and crafts fairs, cultural events and family fun days.
Applications for use of the public domain for on-street events with infrastructure require a minimum of 4 weeks (20 working days) to process. Late applications will not be accepted
These events typically involve running events and races with spectator areas.
Applications for use of the public domain for running events and races between 5km and 42.2kms with infrastructure require a minimum of 10 weeks to process. Late applications will not be accepted
Applications for use of the public domain for on-street events with infrastructure require a minimum of 8 weeks to process
EMP GUIDELINES FOR LOW RISK EVENTS FROM 1000 TO 4999 PERSONS 2025
Applications for us of the public domain for on-street events with infrastructure require a minimum of 10 weeks to process
EMP GUIDELINES FOR MEDIUM RISK EVENTS FROM 1000 TO 4999 PERSONS 2025
Please contact the relevant Area Office https://www.dublincity.ie/find/office
When planning an outdoor public event with an anticipated attendance of more than 5000 persons, the organiser is required to obtain an outdoor events licence from the local authority.
Please contact Dublin City Council’s Planning Department Apply for an Outdoor Event Licence | Dublin City Council
- In a park – please contact [email protected]
- In the Public Domain – please contact [email protected] *
*Due to the high volume of applications for runs and races, and the considerable impact these events have on the public domain, we are unable to guarantee that your application will be approved. Each request is carefully reviewed and acceptance is subject to availability and suitability.
Please contact [email protected] with your artwork and following specifications:
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- Dublin City Council Arts Office Project Grants | Dublin City Council Arts Office
- Fáilte Ireland https://www.failteireland.ie/Identify-Available-Funding.aspx
- Dublin City Council Community Grants List of Community Funding Opportunities | Dublin City Council
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Please visit www.besmart.ie for guidance on drafting a Risk Assessment Statement
Please visit https://www.publicliability.ie/guide-to-public-liability-insurance/ for more information on public and employer’s liability insurance
The Habitats Directive aims to protect natural habitats and wild fauna and flora, while the Birds Directive focuses on the conservation of all wild bird species. Together, they form the foundation of the Natura 2000 network, the world’s largest network of protected areas.
As the competent authority for Appropriate Assessment, Dublin City Council has the responsibility to ensure the Natura 2000 Sites within its jurisdiction attain good status - see Natura 2000 Viewer to check if your event or production impacts any Natura 2000 sites. If your event or production is applied for on a Natura 2000 site you will be asked to submit an Appropriate Assessment Screening Report by a suitable experienced person.
An Appropriate Assessment (AA) Environmental Screening Report is a preliminary assessment to determine if a project, event or Filming application is likely to have significant negative effects on protected Natura 2000 sites. It’s the first stage of the broader Appropriate Assessment process, mandated by the Habitats and Birds Directive, and aims to identify negative potential impacts before they escalate.
You may wish to refer to the OPR Guidance for further information:
9729-Office-of-the-Planning-Regulator-Appropriate-Assessment-Screening-booklet-15.pdf