What's ON guide at the RDS Nov 2015 - Jan 2016

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Tues 03 - Wed 05 Nov Dublin Web Summit Fri 06 Nov Guinness PRO12 Leinster Ru Sat 07 - Sun 08 Nov Metropolis Festival Sat 07 - Sun 08 Nov Pet Expo Mon 09 Nov RCSI Royal College of Surge Tues 10 – Wed 11 Nov DataCentres Ireland Wed 11 Nov RDS Library Speaker Series

The Asinine Law: Irish Lega Thur 12 – Sun 15 Nov The Knitting & Stitching Sh Fri 13 – Sun 15 Nov ArtSource Sat 14 Nov RDS STEM Learning Nation Sun 15 Nov International Charity Bazaa Sun 15 Nov Champions Cup (Round 1) L Wed 18 Nov RDS Library Speaker Series

ROSC Exhibitions: Crossroa Thur 19 – Sun 22 Nov BITE 2015 Wed 25 Nov Rising Stars Concert Thur 26 - Fri 27 Nov 98FM Naked Breakfast Fri 27 Nov Guinness Pro12 Leinster Ru Sat 28 – Mon 30 Nov Whyte’s Important Irish Art

Venue: Hall 1 Tickets: www.metropolisfestival.ie

Venue: Hall 1 Tickets: www.bitefoodfestival.ie

BITE 2015

19-22 Nov

A brand new food festival featuring 150 of Ireland’s best artisan food and drink producers and a whole host of interactive food activities.

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07-08 Nov

A new indoor winter music festival featuring 8 different arenas which will play host to some incredible DJs and live music from some of the world’s leading artists. There will also be conversations, amazing art installations and creative spaces to explore.

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Metropolis Festival

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December | 2015 Wed 02 – Sun 06 Dec

Fri 04 Dec Winter Thur 17 Dec ’15 – Sat 10 Jan ‘16

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Venue: Hall 1 Tickets: www.nationalcraftsfair.ie

Venue: Simmonscourt Tickets: www.funderland.com

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02-06 Dec

Winter Funderland

17 Dec - 10 Jan

The largest indoor theme park in Europe, Winter Funderland is an unforgettable and magical Christmas experience. A festival of family entertainment including Ireland’s largest ice rink - iSkate-on-ice as well as a special Christmas Circus by firm favourites - Fossett’s.

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The annual National Crafts & Design Fair allows you the chance to browse and enjoy the unique work of more than 500 designers, artists and craftspeople. Or to buy all your Christmas gifts in a single shopping session! The range is dazzling, everything from chocolates to high fashion.

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National Crafts & Design Fair

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Thur 17 Dec ‘15 – Sat 10 Jan ‘16 Winter Funderland Fri 01 Jan

Guinness PRO12 Leinster Rugby v Co

Thur 07 – Sat 09 Jan

RDS Primary Scienc

Wed 06 – Sat 09 Jan

BT Young Scientist Exhibition 2016

Fri 15 Jan

Champions Cup Leinster Rugby v Ba

Fri 22 – Sun 24 Jan

Holiday World Show

Sun 24- Wed 27 Jan

Showcase Ireland

Venue: Simmonscourt Website: www.holidayworldshow.com

Venue: Hall 1 Website: www.showcaseireland.com

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Holiday World Show

22-24 Jan

A one-stop shop of inspiration, advice and spectacular offers to broaden the horizons of those seeking their ideal break. Whether you’re seeking that once-in-a-lifetime trip, planning a well-deserved family holiday, making plans for a romantic getaway or want to bag one of the hundreds of ‘show only’ holiday deals, Holiday World is the must-attend event. Enjoy expert travel clinics, kids entertainment, a cruise area, a caravan & motorhome show and win a free holiday.

Showcase Ireland

24-27 Jan

Showcase - Ireland’s Creative Expo is the first major trade event of 2016. Explore the best of Ireland’s creativity from over 450 exhibitors including leading Irish designers and manufacturers and the very best emerging home grown creative talent. follow us on

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RDS Conference Village The RDS works in partnership with a number of accommodation providers in the Ballsbridge area (the RDS Conference Village) which can offer over 1,500 bedrooms within walking distance of the RDS.

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Leinster Rugby NOV DEC

Guinness PRO12 Leinster Rugby v Scarlets, 6th November 2015 European Rugby Champions Cup Leinster Rugby v Wasps, 15th November 2015 Guinness PRO12 Leinster Rugby v Ulster Rugby, 27th November 2015 Guinness PRO12 Leinster Rugby v Connacht Rugby, 1st January 2016 Tickets: www.leinsterrugby.ie

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The RDS Arena is the venue for Leinsters home matches. Upcoming Games:

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RDS Hospitality The RDS provides a catering service at virtually every event that takes place in the venue.

How to get to the RDS

For Travel Located minutes from Dublin City Centre and surrounded by top hotels the RDS is in a fantastic location no matter where you are coming from.

Local Trains Located in close proximity to the RDS is the DART line. The closest DART station to the RDS is Sandymount.

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Depending on the type and scale of the event you are visiting, you will be able to enjoy a variety of snacks, meals and drinks. Watch out for our inhouse ‘Inspire’ Coffee and Snack outlets. Inspire Outlets offer a wide range of quality products such as fresh soups, gourmet sandwiches, salads, hearty hot food options.*All information was correct at the time

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Facilities are available during the opening hours of the event so there will be no need to leave the venue during your visit!

Bus

The RDS is serviced by Dublin bus routes number 4, 7, 8, 145, 27x, 39a, 46a. These bus services can be availed of from Dublin City Centre outside Trinity College. Aircoach route 702 stops at the RDS.

Parking All car parking facilities at the RDS are operated on a fee-paying basis. The following parking rates apply for exhibitors & event visitors: Event visitors €6.00* Non-RDS business €6.00* Outdoor concert parking €10.00* Overnight parking €30.00* Leinster Rugby games parking €6.00* * per day, subject to availability.

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