If you are looking for flexible, professional event spaces in Dublin, Meet in DCU is one of the best options available. Located between Dublin Airport and the city centre, it offers a range of venues to suit every event type—from one-on-one interviews to multi-day conferences.
Based on the DCU Glasnevin campus, the venues are modern, welcoming, and designed to make planning and running your event as simple as possible.
Why Meet in DCU Works for So Many Event Types
The variety of spaces at Meet in DCU means you can host:
- Small boardroom-style meetings
- Seminars or training sessions
- Company away days and team building
- Workshops, panel talks, or academic events
- Large conferences with multiple breakouts
Everything is located in one place, making it easy for organisers and attendees alike.
Key Venues Available on Campus
The Helix is a well-known venue that includes Mahony Hall with 1,200 seats, along with The Space and The Gallery for smaller groups. It’s ideal for larger conferences, ceremonies, or public talks.
DCU Business School features tiered lecture theatres and seminar rooms, making it a popular choice for corporate training or academic events. It also has a private entrance and foyer space for registration or networking.
The Nursing and Human Sciences Building is a great choice for smaller meetings, with bright and comfortable rooms perfect for informal sessions.
The School of Computing and Engineering offers AV-ready rooms suited to technical workshops or IT-heavy presentations.
Room Layout Options
Your event can be set up in whatever format best suits your agenda. The team at Meet in DCU will advise on the best layout and take care of setup in advance. Layout options include:
- Boardroom: best for interviews or small meetings
- U-shape: suited to workshops and planning sessions
- Classroom: ideal for training days
- Theatre: great for lectures and large presentations
- Cabaret: good for networking or lunch events
- Exhibition: perfect for job fairs or product displays
What’s Included With Your Booking
Booking with Meet in DCU gives you access to more than just the room. You also get:
- AV setup and support, including microphones, screens, and hybrid options
- Catering from tea and coffee to full lunches
- Free Wi-Fi across the campus
- Optional registration desk and signage
- Free on-site parking for you and your guests
- A dedicated event coordinator
- Summer accommodation available through DCU Rooms (May to August)
Committed to Sustainability
Sustainability is part of the DCU culture. Meet in DCU supports eco-friendly events through:
- Water stations across campus to reduce single-use plastic
- Paperless registration and signage options
- Waste separation and recycling policies
- Buildings powered by renewable energy
- Support for low-impact event planning
Easily Accessible Location
Getting to Meet in DCU is straightforward for both local and international attendees. The campus is:
- 10 minutes from Dublin Airport
- 15 minutes from the city centre
- Close to Connolly Station and Drumcondra
- Served by several Dublin Bus routes
- Accessible by bike with racks and safe entry points
- Free of city centre congestion, but close enough for convenience
Make Your Event Simple and Stress-Free
Meet in DCU is an ideal choice for planners who need flexibility, reliability, and value. The variety of venues, combined with professional support and easy access, makes it suitable for all kinds of business events.
You can scale up or down as needed, switch layouts, and add services like catering or AV support without hassle.
Get in Touch
To check dates, get pricing, or chat through your event plans, contact the team at Meet in DCU. They will help you choose the right space, format, and setup to deliver an event that runs smoothly from start to finish.
