Venue Information

Venue: The RDS, Main Hall (Hall 1)
Address: Merrion Road, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4, D04 AK83
Event date: 25th February 2027

Stand Set-Up

Total Expo will have completed the exhibition stand build by 4.00pm on the day before the event.

Exhibitors can access the Main Hall from 4.00pm to complete their stand set-up.

Set-up arrangements:

• Stand construction will be completed by 4.00pm on the day before the event.

• Exhibitors can access the Main Hall from 4.00pm to complete their set-up.

• The Main Hall will close at 7.00pm that evening.

• The Main Hall will reopen at 7.00am on the morning of the event.

• Registration opens at 8.30am. Please ensure your stand is fully set up by 8.15am.

Please ensure all stand preparations are completed before attendee registration opens.

Deliveries

The RDS has limited storage facilities and can only accept deliveries within 48 hours before the event.

Please ensure that every item is clearly labelled using the delivery template provided.

Important delivery instructions:

• Deliveries can only be accepted within 48 hours before the event.

• All items must be labelled using the supplied template.

• Please ensure the relevant exhibitor and stand details are included on each delivery.

Please refer to the separate Deliveries & Collections page for the full delivery instructions and required information.

Parking

All RDS car parking facilities, with the exception of parking for RDS Members, operate on a fee-paying basis through APCOA.

Parking information:

• Day rate: €10 per car.

• Recommended car parks: Merrion Road or Anglesea Road.

• Parking spaces cannot be reserved and are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

• Car park opening hours: Monday to Friday, 7.00am–7.00pm.

• One complimentary car parking pass is included for exhibitors.

We recommend using the Merrion Road or Anglesea Road car parks, as there may be other events taking place in Simmonscourt.

Please note that parking availability is subject to capacity.

Registration

On arrival at Talent Summit, please check in at the registration kiosks located in the entrance hall.

The kiosks will print your exhibitor badge, which you should collect before entering the event.

Please ensure you have completed any required exhibitor registration in advance.

Cloakroom & Storage

A cloakroom is available at the rear of the room for personal belongings.

For additional storage during the event, exhibitors may store exhibition collateral and materials in the Organiser's office, also located at the rear of the room.

Internet & Wi-Fi

Free indoor Wi-Fi is available throughout the RDS, including the Main Hall.

The standard RDS-WIFI service is available to exhibitors and visitors. As outlined in the venue's previous exhibitor guidance, this service is unsupported and cannot be guaranteed.

Catering at Talent Summit

Exhibitors can enjoy the catering and refreshments provided throughout Talent Summit.

The catering schedule includes four refreshment breaks:

8.30am–9.30am | Arrival

• Organic teas and freshly brewed coffee.

• Carafes of water.

• Selection of mini pastries.

10.40am–11.10am | Morning Coffee Break

• Organic teas and freshly brewed coffee.

• Carafes of water.

• Selection of biscuits.

12.45pm–2.00pm | Buffet Lunch

The buffet lunch includes:

• Braised beef lasagne with garlic and herb bread.

• Penne pasta arrabbiata with chilli, garlic and basil.

• Char-grilled courgettes, aubergines and peppers.

• Caprese salad with balsamic dressing.

• Sautéed new potatoes with garlic, tarragon and basil.

3.40pm–4.10pm | Afternoon Break

• Organic teas and freshly brewed coffee.

• Triple chocolate, lemon drizzle and blueberry muffins.

Tea and coffee stations will remain open throughout the conference.

We recommend bringing a reusable water bottle. Water fountains will be available throughout the venue for refilling.

De-Rig & Breakdown

Talent Summit is scheduled to conclude at 5.00pm.

Exhibitors are asked to wait until 5.30pm, once all guests have left, before beginning the breakdown of their stands.

Collection arrangements:

• Please do not begin dismantling your stand before 5.30pm.

• Ensure all items being collected are labelled using the collection template provided.

• Refer to the Deliveries & Collections page for the relevant collection instructions.

Please ensure that all materials are removed in accordance with the venue's collection arrangements.