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FAQs: All you need to know.

WHEN IS THE DUBLIN BEER FESTIVAL?

12-13 September (Friday & Saturday)

Running from 2pm-10pm on each day. 2 days packed with beer, music & fun!

WHERE IS THE DUBLIN BEER FESTIVAL?

The RDS, Dublin 4.

Search for the Ring Hall - you'll find us at the same location as the last year.

HOW DO I FIND THE RING HALL?

The RDS can be a little hard to navigate, but you can enter the Main Complex via the entrance on Merrion Road.

IS THE FESTIVAL KID-FRIENDLY?

Please note that babies and toddlers in strollers are allowed in the venue, but other than that the event is strictly over 18s.

WHAT'S INCLUDED IN MY TICKET?

All tickets include the entry to the festival area & souvenir cup for the beers.

The beers will be available to purchase separately in the festival venue.

HOW CAN I PAY FOR THE DRINKS?

Please note that this is a cashless event.

We will be able to accept the cards only, so please be prepared for it.

CAN I BUY MY TICKET ON THE DAY?

We highly recommend purchasing your ticket in advance - but there will be a limited number of tickets available at the entrance.

IS THE FESTIVAL PET-FRIENDLY?

As much as we love pets, unfortunately the event is not safe to welcome them at the venue. Only assistance dogs are allowed in the venue.

CAN I SEE WHAT BREWERIES ARE COMING?

Absolutely! The festival lineup is regularly updated on our website.

CAN I SEE THE BEER LIST FROM THE BREWERIES?

We are finalising the beer playlists, and it will be released before the festival!

You can also sign up for our weekly newsletter updates to get the freshest info.

WILL THERE BE A TOKEN SYSTEM FOR BEERS?

No tokens - just buy your beers as you go. The venue will only accept card payments, so bring your card to avoid any disappointment!

WILL THERE BE ENOUGH TOILETS THIS YEAR?

We heard you and we got you! We have many more toilets booked for this year, so hopefully it will be a much nicer experience!

WILL THERE BE ANY MUSIC?

We have a set of excellent DJs and also some live music to dance along!

WILL THERE BE FOOD AVAILABLE?

Our venue provider won't leave you hungry!

IS IT ALL BEERS ONLY?

Lots of beers, but not only beers! We have a great offering on the locally-produced ciders, cocktails & spirits as well.

WILL THERE BE ANY ALCOHOL-FREE OPTIONS?

We encourage the breweries to bring and tap their alcohol-free options. There will be some very nice alcohol-free beers available.

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