Showcase Ireland

Showcase Ireland Showcase - Ireland’s Creative Expo® returns to the RDS Dublin, 19-21 January 2025

Showcase was founded in 1976 by Design & Crafts Council Ireland (DCCI) and is delivered with support from Enterprise Ireland and the Local Enterprise Offices.

24/01/2026

It's hard to believe that this time last week we were getting ready to open the doors of the RDS for Showcase 2026.

Thanks to our brilliant makers and the buyers who came to see them from all over the world, the event was a huge success, we are looking forward to next year already!

A huge thank you to everyone involved for making Showcase Ireland 2026 such a memorable event.From our exhibitors and bu...
21/01/2026

A huge thank you to everyone involved for making Showcase Ireland 2026 such a memorable event.

From our exhibitors and buyers, to our collaborators and supporters - your energy, passion and creativity brought Irish stories to life over three inspiring days in the RDS.

Thank you to the Department of Enterprise, Tourism and Employment, Enterprise Ireland, and the Local Enterprise Offices for their support.

Most of all, thank you to our talented makers for your creativity and craftsmanship.

21/01/2026

Learning her craft from her great-grandmother, Sarah Gallagher from Sarah Lorraine Ireland is one of the exhibitors who made her mark at Showcase Ireland 2026.

21/01/2026

Pottery brand Nicholas Mosse Pottery is celebrating 50 years in business, here Billy Molloy from the team explains why they come to exhibit at Showcase year after year.

Don’t miss Nationwide tonight from 7pm on RTÉ One, coming to you from Showcase Ireland 2026! The brilliant Bláthnaid Ni...
21/01/2026

Don’t miss Nationwide tonight from 7pm on RTÉ One, coming to you from Showcase Ireland 2026! The brilliant Bláthnaid Ní Chofaigh will be speaking to DCCI CEO Mary Blanchfield about the importance of the event, and hearing from talented makers from all over the country.

20/01/2026

That’s a wrap on Showcase Ireland 2026!

There has been such a buzz in the air over the past three days!

We have had a wonderful time celebrating the very best of Irish design, craft, and creativity — made possible by the incredible exhibitors, buyers, and partners who joined us.

A huge thank you to Design & Crafts Council Ireland, with support from the Department of Enterprise, Tourism and Employment, Enterprise Ireland, and the Local Enterprise Offices for their continued support.

20/01/2026

A warm welcome to dad and daughter duo Paul and Shauna Dixon who are visiting us from Canada! They love meeting our makers and come to Showcase every year to find beautifully crafted Irish products that they know their customers will love.

20/01/2026

Are you an international buyer thinking of coming to Showcase? Take your cue from Cecile, a French buyer who recommends making the trip to Ireland for this very special event!

20/01/2026

We loved hearing exhibitor Claire’s story of working with Carrickmacross Lace, a traditional Irish craft dating back to 1820.

20/01/2026

Another round of applause for all the winners of this year’s Showcase Awards! 👏

We chatted to the winners to hear more about their stories, and their brilliant work.

Overall Best Product Showcase Award
Michael G Woodwork

Local Enterprise Offices Showcase Award
Crafty by illlina

Fashion
Wendy Louise Designs

Gift
Hanna's Bees

Home
Sam agus Nessa

Jewellery
sawframed

Wellbeing
Paper + Cloud

Sustainability
Martina Hamilton

Showcase Ireland is presented by Design & Crafts Council Ireland with support from the Department of Enterprise, Tourism and Employment, Enterprise Ireland, and the Local Enterprise Offices.

20/01/2026

We are delighted to welcome buyers from across the globe to Showcase 2026.

Meet Tom McGrath, President of the North American Celtic Trade Association (NACTA), one of the many international buyers joining us to discover the very best of Irish design and craft.

20/01/2026

A warm welcome to the final day of Showcase Ireland 2026 from Pamela Kerr, Head of Craft and Design at the Local Enterprise Offices.

We look forward to welcoming visitors from home and abroad for a final day of inspiration and connection.

Address

RDS, Ballsbridge
Dublin

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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+353 1 295 8185

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