Key information

GETTING HERE

Planning your journey to Comic Con Ireland? Here’s everything you need to know about getting to the RDS by car, taxi, bus, train, ferry or plane.

EVENT LOCATION

RDS
Merrion Road
Ballsbridge
Dublin 4
D04 AK83
Republic of Ireland

21–22 November 2026

Tel: +353 (0)1 668 0866

BY CAR

For Sat Nav, use:

RDS, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4

Parking is available at the RDS, including the Anglesea Road and Simmonscourt Road car parks. Parking charges vary by event, with daily parking typically around €10.

If you’re driving into Dublin, the N11 and M50 may provide convenient routes depending on where you’re travelling from.

Allow extra time for event traffic and check current traffic conditions before setting off.

Car Park Opening Hours

Merrion Road Car Park
Monday–Friday: 7am–7pm

Anglesea Road Car Park
Monday–

Venue Information

We know you’ll have questions about the venue, so here’s everything you need to know before attending. This guide will help make your Comic Con Northern Ireland visit as smooth and stress-free as possible.

📍 Venue Address

Eikon Centre
14 Halftown Road
Lisburn
BT27 5RF
Northern Ireland

🕒 Event Opening Times

Saturday

  • Early Entry: 9:00am

  • Standard Entry: 11:00am

  • Closing: 6:00pm

Sunday

  • Early Entry: 9:00am

  • Standard Entry: 11:00am

  • Closing: 6:00pm

🚗 Parking

  • 4,000+ free spaces available.

  • Accessible/Blue Badge spaces on a first-come, first-served basis.

💳 Cash & Payments

  • ATM available on-site (but bring cash just in case).

  • Card terminals at guest tables, photo areas, and most trader stands.

  • Currency: Pound Sterling only (Euros not accepted).

📶 Wi-Fi

  • Attendees: 15 minutes free browsing in the café.

  • Exhibitors: Wi-Fi codes available from the Venue Manager’s Office.

♿ Accessibility

  • Step-free access throughout the venue.

  • Accessible toilets available.

  • Dedicated disabled parking (first-come, first-served).

  • Local wheelchair suppliers available upon request.
    👉 For carer ticket info and full details, please see our Disabled Access page.

🍴 Food & Drink

  • Large café on-site, operated by Vanilla Black Catering.

🏨 Accommodation

A wide range of options are nearby—from luxury hotels to budget stays.

⛑ First Aid

  • Trained staff on duty during all opening hours.

  • First Aid office: located at the front of the Eikon, beside the Venue Manager’s Office.

👶 Baby Changing

Facilities available in selected toilets. Ask a staff member for directions.

🚭 Smoking Policy

  • No smoking anywhere inside the venue.

  • E-cigarettes are also prohibited.

  • Anyone found smoking/vaping indoors will be asked to leave (no refund).