We are delighted to announce the beginning of a transformative €52 million investment programme to elevate our Main Arena at the RDS! This regeneration project includes the construction of a new Anglesea Stand and updates to the Grandstand which will be the location for new dressing rooms and player’s tunnel. Our goal is to further enhance this historic venue to meet the evolving needs of Ireland’s sporting and entertainment communities, underpinned by values of inclusivity, sustainability and excellence. With support from the Large-Scale Sport Infrastructure Fund (LSSIF), this project marks an exciting new chapter for the RDS. Highlights: - New Anglesea Stand: 6,775-capacity for an elevated spectator experience. - Grandstand Upgrades: Enhanced facilities for top-tier events. “As the home of the Dublin Horse Show and Leinster Rugby, this is an exciting time for the RDS,” says Liam Kavanagh, RDS Chief Executive. Stay tuned for updates as we bring this vision to life! #RDSRegeneration #RDS
About us
Over the past three centuries the RDS has grown from a small gathering of visionaries into one of Ireland's most influential bodies. It continues to pursue its mission to encourage the pursuit of excellence in agriculture, arts, science and industry throughout Ireland by educating, providing practical guidance, acknowledging success and encouraging ability. It relies on its own resources to fund its activities and on the voluntary input and support of its Members who give of their time and expertise. The Society has always prized its independence and, to achieve this, utilises its premises and grounds to the best effect to generate revenue to fund its activities. Because of its central location in Dublin, the variety and flexibility of the rental space available and the expertise on hand, the RDS has become a major venue for exhibitions, conferences and business and social gatherings of all sizes. The RDS Main Arena can host outdoor concerts for up to 35,000 people and is also home to the Dublin Horse Show and Leinster Rugby.
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- 1731
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- Events Centre, Conference and Meetings, Concerts, Sporting Events, Exhibitions and Conferences, Examinations and Graduations, Gala Dinners and Banquets, Agriculture, Equestrianism, philanthropy, STEM education, Craft, Visual Art, and Climate Smart Agriculture
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Updates
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Get to know the RDS Visual Art Awards exhibition with our digital catalogue 🌟 Tap here to read the curator’s note by Colin Martin, introductions to each of the artists and lots more: https://ow.ly/efVQ50UrSOs The RDS Foundation is proud to support graduating Irish artists. Thank you to our sponsors and partners: The Taylor Art Trust, The R.C. Lewis-Crosby Trust, The RDS Members', Mason Hayes & Curran LLP, Centre Culturel Irlandais, Graphic Studio Dublinand Royal Hibernian Academy of Arts. #RDSVAAs #irishart #contemporaryart
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Today the RDS Visual Art Awards exhibition reopens to the public at the Royal Hibernian Academy of Arts ✨ Join us at the gallery to see the work of the ten artists before it closes 18th Jan 2025. The RDS Foundation is proud to support graduating Irish artists. Thank you to our sponsors and partners: The Taylor Art Trust, The R.C. Lewis-Crosby Trust, The RDS Members', Mason Hayes & Curran LLP, Centre Culturel Irlandais, Graphic Studio Dublin and Royal Hibernian Academy of Arts. #RDSVAAs #irishart #contemporaryart 📸 Leon Farrell / Photocall Ireland
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Throwback to the RDS Visual Art Awards ✨ We’re still floating on cloud nine from the launch of our exhibition back in November. With the exhibition reopening to the public in less than one week, we want to say a big thank you to all our partners and sponsors for supporting us this year, including The Taylor Art Trust, The R.C. Lewis-Crosby Trust, The RDS Members', Mason Hayes & Curran LLP, Centre Culturel Irlandais, Graphic Studio Dublin and Royal Hibernian Academy of Arts ❤️ The RDS Foundation is proud to support graduating Irish artists. #RDSVAAs #irishart #contemporaryart 📸 Leon Farrell / Photocall Ireland
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Earth as the Client in 300 seconds With the insight of Shelley McNamara and Yvonne Farrell, Founding Directors of Grafton Architects, Chris Croly, Building Services Engineering Director of Building Design Partnership, and Bernard Seymour, Managing Director of Bernard Seymour Landscape Architects 🗣️"There is something exciting about sustainability, it is not all negative... if we rise to it, it could lead to the balancing out of the imbalances that have existed". The #Vision300 series, arranged by the RDS Enterprise Committee, identifies key voices who are recognised drivers for change within their own areas of expertise and experience. Their unique insight and vision to deliver in these times of challenge can be a valuable catalyst for change. By sharing what drives their own passion to deliver a more sustainable enterprise, economy or society, they can inspire us all to make the big and small changes necessary as the window for addressing the challenges of climate change shrinks. Fore more information, see here: https://lnkd.in/eVrda-jN #RDSVision #Vision300 #RDSEnt #SustainableArchitecture #GreenConstruction
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📢 Entries are now open for the RDS Circular Economy Awards, in collaboration with Trinity College Dublin Trinity Executive Education Download the application forms now and submit your entry for your chance to win a share in the €20,000 prize fund. Call for entries closing date: January 27th, 2025 ➡ https://lnkd.in/e5ABcY4d The 3 award categories are: Emerging Award Category SME Award Category Corporate Award Category The RDS Circular Economy Awards recognise Irish businesses, entrepreneurs and innovators making a positive difference in meeting the climate change challenge through adaptation or adoption of circular economy practices in delivery of products or services. ❓Want to learn more about our RDS Circular Economy Programme in collaboration with Trinity College Dublin? ➡️ Please join our mailing list : https://lnkd.in/dm48mTPr #RDSEnt #CircularEconomyAwards #Innovation
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Hey Mary Madeleine McCarroll, winner of this year’s RHA Graduate Studio Award at the RDS Visual Art Awards ⭐️ A graduate of NCAD, Mary’s work includes performance based multimedia installations, with an emphasis on the theme of identity through the lens of post-colonialism and its implications for the human condition in modern society. See Mary’s work, alongside the nine other exhibiting artists' work, at the RHA gallery before 18 Jan 2025. The RDS Foundation is proud to support graduating Irish artists. Thank you to our sponsors and partners: The Taylor Art Trust, The R.C. Lewis-Crosby Trust, The RDS Members', Mason Hayes & Curran LLP, Centre Culturel Irlandais, Graphic Studio Dublin and RHA Gallery (Royal Hibernian Academy). #RDSVAAs #irishart #contemporaryart 📸 Leon Farrell / Photocall Ireland
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A big congratulations to Olwen Bourke for winning the 2024 RDS Branchardière Lace Bursary award. The award aims to celebrate the spirit of innovation and resilience in the field of needlework. The bursary is designed to support aspiring individuals, ensuring the continuation of the tradition of excellence in lace craftsmanship. Olwen Bourke is a Dublin-based fashion designer creating luxurious womenswear, with a focus on sustainability and craftsmanship. To find out more about Olwen and her work follow the link below. Pictured: Designer, Olwen Bourke | Model, Hillary | Head of Arts, RDS, Karen Phillips| Head of Communications, DCCI, Suzy O'Keefe. #LaceBursary2024
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Last night the great work of the Knights of St Columbanus featured on RTE program Nationwide. The RDS is proud to host this amazing Christmas tradition for another year. Over 5,000 Christmas dinners will be served and delivered to those in need on the day, making sure no one is alone this Christmas. A special thank you to all the volunteers and those that support this fantastic cause.