Dublin Coffee Festival 2027

Dublin Coffee Festival returns to the RDS from Friday, 23 to Sunday, 25 April 2027, bringing Ireland’s thriving speciality coffee community together for three days of tastings, competitions, workshops and entertainment.

Following a sold-out festival in 2026, the event will once again welcome coffee lovers, professional baristas, independent roasters and leading coffee businesses from Ireland and beyond. Visitors can discover new coffees, meet the people behind their favourite brands and learn more about how great coffee is sourced, roasted and prepared.

Whether you are a dedicated home brewer, work in the coffee industry or simply enjoy an excellent cup of coffee, Dublin Coffee Festival 2027 offers plenty to explore.

What to expect at Dublin Coffee Festival 2027

The festival combines a major coffee exhibition with live demonstrations, competitions, educational sessions and entertainment. More than 50 exhibitors are expected to take part, offering visitors an opportunity to taste coffee and discover equipment, products and ideas from across the speciality coffee industry.

Highlights will include:

• Coffee tastings, cuppings and complimentary samples
• More than 50 exhibitors from Ireland and abroad
• Live coffee competitions on the main stage
• Workshops and brewing demonstrations
• Talks and panel discussions with industry experts
• Coffee equipment and accessories
• Live DJs and entertainment
• A dedicated industry and trade session

Meet speciality coffee roasters and exhibitors

Dublin Coffee Festival is an excellent place to discover independent coffee roasters and learn more about Ireland’s growing speciality coffee scene.

Exhibitors will showcase a wide variety of beans, blends and brewing styles. Visitors can speak directly with roasters, explore different flavour profiles and sample coffees from producing regions around the world.

The festival will also feature businesses supplying coffee machines, grinders, brewing equipment, alternative milks, sustainable packaging and other products connected with modern café culture.

Enjoy coffee tastings and cupping sessions

Tastings are a central part of the Dublin Coffee Festival experience. Visitors can sample different coffees, compare brewing methods and discover how origin, processing and roasting influence what ends up in the cup.

Cupping sessions offer a more structured way to explore coffee flavours and aromas. These sessions are suitable for curious beginners as well as experienced coffee enthusiasts who want to develop their tasting knowledge.

With complimentary samples and tasters available from participating exhibitors, there should be no shortage of opportunities to discover a new favourite coffee.

Watch live coffee competitions

Some of Ireland’s most talented baristas and coffee professionals will compete live during the festival.

Coffee competitions combine precision, creativity and technical skill, giving audiences a closer look at the work involved in preparing exceptional coffee. Visitors can watch competitors demonstrate different brewing techniques and see how judges assess flavour, consistency and presentation.

The competition programme also creates an exciting atmosphere around the main stage and provides a showcase for emerging talent within Ireland’s coffee industry.

Join workshops, talks and panel discussions

Dublin Coffee Festival is not only about drinking coffee. A programme of workshops, talks and panel discussions will give visitors opportunities to learn from experienced roasters, baristas and other industry specialists.

Sessions are expected to explore topics such as home brewing, coffee preparation, roasting, sustainability and developments within the speciality coffee sector.

Home coffee enthusiasts can pick up practical tips to improve their daily brew, while industry professionals can hear new perspectives and connect with others working across the sector.

Industry Friday at Dublin Coffee Festival

Friday, 23 April will include a dedicated industry and trade session for people working in coffee, hospitality and related businesses.

The session provides an opportunity for café owners, baristas, roasters, suppliers and buyers to meet exhibitors, discover new products and build professional connections.

Public sessions will take place across Saturday and Sunday. Visitors should check their chosen ticket carefully, as the Friday industry session is separate from standard weekend admission.

Who should visit Dublin Coffee Festival?

The festival is suitable for anyone with an interest in coffee, from casual drinkers to experienced industry professionals.

It is particularly worth visiting if you want to:

• Discover new Irish coffee roasters
• Improve your home-brewing skills
• Compare coffee equipment and accessories
• Watch professional baristas compete
• Learn more about speciality coffee
• Meet suppliers and industry experts
• Enjoy a lively weekend event at the RDS

You do not need professional coffee knowledge to attend. The festival is designed to be accessible to newcomers while offering plenty of specialist content for dedicated coffee enthusiasts.

Dublin Coffee Festival 2027 dates and venue

Dates: Friday, 23 to Sunday, 25 April 2027
Venue: Royal Dublin Society, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4
Tickets: Advance booking is recommended

Ticket options include individual morning or afternoon sessions, all-day passes and full-weekend tickets. The Friday industry session is not included with standard Saturday and Sunday weekend admission.

After selling out in 2026, early booking is advisable for anyone planning to attend Dublin Coffee Festival 2027.