RDS Circular Economy Awards - Meet our Head Judge: Dr. Anne Marie Henihan 🌍 “These Awards highlight companies with the courage to reimagine systems and the ambition to build a more resilient future. Their leadership is vital as Ireland transitions to a truly circular economy.”

We’re thrilled to showcase the Emerging Craft Exhibition at Gifted – The Contemporary Craft & Design Fair! ✨ Discover Ireland’s next generation of makers and their incredible work. 📅 3–7 December 2025 📍 RDS, Main Hall – Stands 45/46 & 74/75 Meet the Emerging Exhibitionists:

Experts warn limiting Ukraine's sovereignty sets a dangerous precedent for Taiwan and global democratic allies. 🎧 Listen now!

December is shaping up to be a magical month at the RDS. From festive family favourites to unforgettable nights out, there’s something for everyone! Here’s what’s on: From 15 Nov – 23 Dec: Dublin Loves Christmas🎄 From 15 Nov – 24 Dec: Elf Town Dublin🎄 3–7 Dec: Gifted 🎄 5, 6,

Bearing Fruit: Tales from the RDS Archives - Episode 9: From Cario to Cork: The Lawrence E. Steele Collection In this episode of Bearing Fruit: Tales from the RDS Archive, Foundation Director Niamh de Loughry and RDS Head of Library & Archives, Natasha Serne, discuss amateur

Christmas at The Triple Bar 🍸 For an intimate festive celebration, The Triple Bar is the perfect spot to toast to the season. Christmas Party Package – €57pp (excl. VAT) 🎵 Musical entertainment 🥂 Finger food & dessert 🍸 Cash bar available Celebrate with your team

The RDS Forest & Woodland Awards are open for entries 🌳 Did you know that each 1st place award has a prize of €2,000? The RDS Forest & Woodland Awards recognise farmers and woodland owners who are employing the principles of climate-smart agriculture on their properties.

Christmas at The Concert Hall 🌟 Step into a space steeped in heritage and elegance. Celebrate your 2025 Christmas party surrounded by the beauty of the RDS Library’s historic collections. Christmas Party Package – €118pp (excl. VAT) 🥂 Prosecco on arrival 🍽️

Welcome to Laya Arena. The RDS is proud to announce the launch of our partnership with Laya Healthcare, with our main arena officially becoming Laya Arena. This commercial partnership is a crucial step working alongside the Government's Large Scale Sport Infrastructure Fund

The RDS Annual Christmas Concert Returns! Join us on Sunday, 7 December at 2:30 PM as Our Lady’s Choral Society fills the RDS Concert Hall with festive magic. Experience the power of a 70-strong choir, a vibrant orchestra, and the warmth of mulled wine and mince pies on

On Thursday we gathered to celebrate the opening of the 2025 RDS Visual Art Awards exhibition and honoured this year’s ten outstanding shortlisted finalists: Charlie Dineen, Susanne Horsch, Lily Mannion, Clara McSweeney, Thais Muniz, Éile Medb Ní Fhiaich, Vicky Ochala, Billie

The RDS Forest & Woodland Awards are open for entries 🌳 To apply, download the application form here: https://t.co/5vouHvoa4c Application deadline is 19 December. These Awards are delivered in collaboration with the @agriculture_ie, @Teagasc and @woodsofireland.

Plan Your Visit to Christmas at the RDS! Exciting festive fun is coming to the RDS this season with Christmas at the RDS, Dublin Loves Christmas, Elf Town Dublin, Gifted Contemporary Craft Fair, and Funderland! Here’s everything you need to know before you travel. Event Dates

Welcome one and all to Christmas at the RDS, Dublin’s most exciting festive event! With multiple magical events taking place across the grounds of the RDS, this magical experience is the perfect location to make some new Christmas traditions with the ones you love.🎄 Here’s

During the 18th century, the RDS facilitated the planting of approximately 55 million trees in Ireland. The Society also founded The National Botanic Gardens, in 1795, experimenting with different tree species into the 19th century. Finally, in 1988 they introduced the first

The RDS Library & Archives are delighted partner with the Dublin Book Festival at 3.00 pm on Sunday 9 November 2025 for Capturing Nature, an illuminating afternoon of discussion celebrating Ireland’s nature and fascinating wildlife. In The Living and the Dead, acclaimed wildlife

The RDS Library & Archives are delighted partner with the Dublin Book Festival at 1.00 pm on Sunday 9 November 2025 for Great Irish Voices, a talk that explores two books illuminating great voices from Irish American history. Gratefully and Affectionately: Mary Lavin and The

November is shaping up to be an exciting month at the RDS. From live music and art exhibitions to world-class fitness, and festive experiences, there’s something for everyone! Here’s what’s on: 7–8 Nov: @nevoireland 12–16 Nov: HYROX Dublin 14–16 Nov: Art Source 15 Nov -24 Dec:

We’re delighted to announce the ten finalists for the 2025 RDS Visual Art Awards, in a landmark year marking the 10th anniversary of the Awards and the 165th anniversary of the RDS Taylor Art Trust Award. With a prize fund of almost €60,000, the Awards continue to champion

The annual RDS Book Sale is taking over the RDS Library next week 📚 Looking for your next exciting read? With a wide range of subjects to choose from, this is your opportunity to discover something new. The sale is open to all, with free entry, so please come along to secure a

Last week, the RDS Dublin proudly hosted the 14th Autism Europe International Congress 2025, in partnership with @AsIAmIreland, @Failte_Ireland and @KeynotePCO. We were honoured to welcome autistic people, families, researchers, and professionals from across Europe, with