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11/09/2026

Joining us for Leinster V Zebre at Laya Arena on Saturday? Here's everything you need to know!

11/09/2026

Meet Paul Maguire, the 2026 winner of the Native Woodland Conservation Award, sponsored by

The 2027 RDS Forest & Woodland Awards are now open for entries.

This category alternates each year and in 2027 will celebrate established or re-established native semi-natural woodlands, aged between 5 and 30 years. To find out more and apply now visit: https://www.rds.ie/rds-foundation/agriculture/rds-spring-awards/forestry-awards

The deadline to apply is 9 October🌳

11/09/2026

REGISTRATION NOW OPEN | THREADING EUROPE: SHARED HERITAGE, SHARED HAND

Join makers, artists and cultural thinkers from across Europe for two inspiring days exploring craft, heritage and our shared European stories.

📅 29–30 September 2026
📍 RDS & National Museum of Ireland, Collins Barracks
🎟️ Free admission | Registration required

Reserve your place via the link in our bio or register here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfjrLdGIj_OTYnzi7s2_AhoIs9d4ZfFVr4tj56855vAQgWygQ/viewform?usp=header

Spaces are limited, so early booking is strongly advised.

This project is supported by the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade through the Communicating Europe Initiative.

28/08/2026

The countdown is on!

The RDS is a week away from debuting The Grand Hall as Dublin’s newest wedding venue. From ceremony to drinks receptions to evening receptions, we are very excited to talk about all things The Grand Hall at The Wedding Show and have the opportunity to showcase the space across the weekend.

Our team will be located at stand M14 on the balcony, and The Grand Hall will be available for viewing from 10:00am – 4:00pm Saturday & Sunday, so if you would like to hear more about our offerings, our team will be on hand to answer your queries. We’ll see you there!

25/08/2026

🌲 Celebrating 40 years of the RDS Forest & Woodland Awards

Today we officially launched the 2027 RDS Forest & Woodland Awards, marking four decades of recognising excellence in Irish forestry and woodland management.

We were delighted to be joined by Niall Collins, Minister of State for Forestry, Farm Safety and Horticulture, and RDS President Hilary Hough, alongside a fantastic line-up of speakers and contributors from across the forestry sector, to mark this milestone.

The Awards recognise farmers and woodland owners leading the way in sustainable management, environmental protection and biodiversity.

Delivered in collaboration with the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine , Teagasc and Woodlands of Ireland .

Entries for 2027 are now open. 🌱

Find out more: https://www.rds.ie/rds-foundation/agriculture/rds-spring-awards/forestry-awards

22/08/2026

Meet the 2026 winner of the Teagasc Farm Forestry Award, Stephen Morrison from County Kildare.

Stephen’s approach to farm forestry highlights the important role that working farmers can play in creating a more sustainable and resilient future for Irish agriculture, while enhancing biodiversity, supporting the landscape and contributing to the rural economy.

The Teagasc Farm Forestry Award recognises working farmers who successfully integrate forestry into their farming systems, demonstrating how trees and agriculture can work together to deliver lasting environmental, social and economic benefits.

The RDS Forest and Woodland Awards are delivered in collaboration with the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Teagasc and Woodlands of Ireland. The 2027 Awards will open for entries on Tuesday, August 25th.

Head to the RDS YouTube to learn more about Stephen's forest - https://bit.ly/4ii8pgY

20/08/2026

Meet the 2026 winner of the Silvicultural Excellence & Innovation Award, Michael O'Neil from County Kilkenny.

The Silvicultural Excellence & Innovation Award Category recognises excellence in the management of a forest (broadleaf, conifer, mixed or coppice) where timber production is the main management objective.

The RDS Forest and Woodland Awards are delivered in collaboration with the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Teagasc and Woodlands of Ireland .

Head to the RDS YouTube to learn more about Michael's forest -

The winner of the 2026 RDS Silvicultural Excellence & Innovation Aw...

31/07/2026

Keep the atmosphere going after the competitions with Horse Show Sessions in the RDS Concert Hall!🎷 🎵

From 6pm–11pm, enjoy live entertainment, food and drinks, featuring , and more! Complimentary entry is included with your Gallagher Dublin Horse Show ticket.

If you're joining for the evening only, an Evening Entertainment Pass provides access to the campus from 5.00pm. Tickets are available from Ticketmaster: https://www.ticketmaster.ie/gallagher-dublin-horse-show-evening-entertainment-dublin-05-08-2026/event/180064F699FABDC5https://www.ticketmaster.ie/gallagher-dublin-horse-show-evening-entertainment-dublin-05-08-2026/event/180064F699FABDC5

30/07/2026

The latest episode of the RDS Vision 300 Series is now live. In this insightful 300-second video, Donna Gartland, CEO of Codema - Dublin's Energy Agency, explores the power and potential of district heating.

With data centres continuing to dominate the energy and water conversation, this is a must-watch for anyone interested in Ireland’s sustainable energy future.

Watch the full episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EFRjCNsxV2o

The series identifies key voices who are recognised drivers for change within their own areas of expertise.

06/07/2026

Next to feature in the RDS Vision 300 series is Marion Jammet, Deputy CEO and Director of Advocacy and Policy and Pat Barry, CEO of the Irish Green Building Council.

From the embodied carbon of materials to land use change, and protection of biodiversity, Marion and Pat explore the holistic approach needed for a resilient built environment.

To watch the full episode, see here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLasRVo8JAT4thwtTzAw-0hOX0wQTSQlV&si=esV7aH3CqsqCRVYE