Best Trade Shows in Ireland

33 tracked shows, ranked by exhibitor count

Ireland is a small but highly open economy whose exhibition sector is modest relative to its outsized export profile. Its exports are dominated by pharmaceuticals, medical devices and ICT services, with global pharma and medtech firms clustered around Dublin, Cork and Galway; agri-food remains a significant traditional export. Dublin is the main venue city, home to the historic RDS in Ballsbridge and the Convention Centre Dublin for conferences. Flagship events include Showcase, the creative and craft-design trade fair at the RDS, and the National Ploughing Championships, a large outdoor agricultural exhibition drawing over 200,000 visitors.

33 trade shows in Ireland are currently tracked by Event Scout, with editions in 2026 & 2027. Together they host an estimated 2,620 exhibitors, led by Holiday World Show Dublin 2027 (an estimated 550 exhibitors). Sizeable exhibitor lists are already indexed for 9 of them — Medical Technology Ireland (412 companies), Hospitality Expo 2026 (184), National Construction Summit (177). Events run across 4 cities including Dublin, Cork and Dún Laoghaire. The tracked calendar opens with Gift & Home (23–25 Aug 2026).

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Top industries in Ireland

The industries Ireland's larger trade shows concentrate in, weighted by exhibitor count.

  • IT & Software9%·1,100
  • Home, Furniture & Interiors9%·1,100
  • Food & Beverage8%·1,000
  • Marketing & Advertising8%·1,000
  • Media & Entertainment8%·1,000
  • Tourism & Hospitality7%·800
  • Family & Weddings5%·700
  • Business & Finance5%·700

By estimated exhibitor count across Ireland trade shows with 70+ exhibitors — a single show can span several industries.

Top trade shows in Ireland

Upcoming trade shows in Ireland

Facta confirmed count from the event's captured exhibitor roster.Estimatea modeled approximation, not a confirmed figure.

Frequently asked questions

How many trade shows are there in Ireland?
Event Scout currently tracks 33 trade shows in Ireland, with editions in 2026 & 2027.
When is trade-show season in Ireland?
By start date, most tracked trade shows in Ireland run in October and September.
What are the biggest trade fairs in Ireland in 2027?
By estimated exhibitor count, the biggest trade fairs in Ireland in 2027 are Holiday World Show Dublin 2027 (~550 exhibitors), Medical Technology Ireland (~413 exhibitors) and CATEX 2027 (~280 exhibitors).
How much does it cost to exhibit in Ireland?
Exhibiting costs are set by each event and depend on stand size, hall location and how you fit out the booth, so there is no single rate in Ireland. Every show's organiser publishes its own stand pricing, and the events tracked here link through to those official sites.

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