Street Performance
Please call 01 222 2165 to make an appointment prior to visiting the Council Offices for a Street Performers Permit
Street Performance
- Playing Musical Instruments
- Singing
- Dancing
- Theatrical Performance
- Poetry
- Juggling
Charges
Permit type | Duration | Cost |
---|---|---|
Street performance permit
|
1 year |
€30 |
Visitor street performance permit
|
2 weeks |
€10 |
Amplification permit
|
1 year |
€60 in addition to street performance permit
|
Visitor amplification permit
|
2 weeks |
€20 in addition to visitor street performance permit
|
You can now apply for a permit online
Permit application requirements:
- A fully completed application form
- Passport photos
- Proof of ID (e.g. passport or driving licence)
- Proof of address (e.g. utility bill or bank statement)
- Fees
You can post or email your documents to the Licensing Unit. Please find the contact details on the application form.
If you would like to apply online for a street performance permit, click here to register on the Citizen Hub and use our new online application form
If you have any queries please contact 222 2165
Changes to 2015 Byelaws
- Backing tracks are no longer permitted.
- Performers can only stay on Grafton Street for one hour before moving.
- Performances must start and end at the hour mark.
- We have introduced a two-week visitor permit.
- New permits are subject to a six-week probation period.
Street Performers Bye-Laws 2016
Street Performers Bye-Laws Spanish
Street Performers Bye-Laws French
Street Performers Bye-Laws Italian
Street Performers Bye-Laws Russian
Street Performers Bye-Laws Chinese
Street Performance Permit Application Form
Street Performance Permit Application Form - Spanish
Street Performance Permit Application Form - French
Street Performance Permit Application Form - Italian
Street Performance Permit Application Form - Russian
Street Performance Permit Application Form - Chinese
SM-2015-085 (GPO)
SM-2016-310 (Grafton Street)
SM-2016-0347-01 (Temple Bar Prohibited Place)
SM-2016-0347-02 (Temple Bar Area)
Contact Details