HORSE SHOW HOUSE

34-36 Merrion Road, Ballsbridge Dublin 4, D04 C535 Ireland

016689424

The Horse Show House Pub in the heart of Dublin 4 serving great seasonal food & drinks 6 days a week.

Boasting a large outdoor area with heaters & a retractable roof, several outdoor TV screens, a full bar & BBQ area with a festival theme. We cater for large and small scale BBQ Parties celebrating all types of events. Groups from 30 to 700.

The Penthouse private bar & function room is located upstairs & caters for private events, parties & functions.

The Horse Show House cater for large and small group bookings, Corporate Events, Private Parties, Birthdays, Weddings and all Family events.

We are located directly opposite The RDS, the home of The Dublin Horse Show and Leinster Rugby and we are a 5 minute walk to the Aviva Stadium.

The Horse Show House is the perfect spot for a pint or bite to eat before an event in the area.

 The Pub Near the Aviva Stadium

Pre-match pints, proper food and a big-match atmosphere, just a short walk from the Aviva.

Heading to the Aviva for the rugby, football or a concert? Start your day at the Horse Show House on Merrion Road, Ballsbridge. We're one of the largest pubs in Dublin 4, with room for everyone from a few friends grabbing a pint to a full supporters' club. [BOOK A TABLE]

Why fans start their day here

Room for everyone. Big match days in Ballsbridge get packed. With a large bar, the Aviva Lounge, our upstairs Penthouse and Madigan Square Garden, we have more space than most pubs in the area, and you can book ahead so you're not left standing outside.

Rain or shine. Our outdoor area has heaters, a retractable roof and outdoor TV screens, so the beer garden works in February for the Six Nations as well as it does in summer.

Every match on the screens. If you don't have a ticket, watch it with us. We show the big games on screens indoors and out, with sound for the main events.

Food before the game. We serve lunch and dinner from 12.00 so you can eat properly before kick-off.

[VIEW MENU]

An easy walk to Aviva stadium. We're on Merrion Road, directly opposite the RDS, about a 5-minute walk to the Aviva Stadium.

Groups, supporters' clubs and corporate hospitality

Bringing a crowd? We take group bookings from 30 to 700, with BBQ packages in Madigan Square Garden and private hire of The Penthouse, which has its own bar. It's popular with rugby clubs, corporate groups entertaining clients, stag and hen parties and visiting supporters. [ENQUIRE ABOUT GROUP BOOKINGS]

Upcoming events at the Aviva Stadium 2026/2027/2028

BKT United Rugby Championship Leinster v Munster 24th October 2026 - KO18.00

Nations Championship 2026 - Ireland V Argentina 6th November 2026 - KO 20.10

2026 FAI Men’s Cup Final 8th November 2026 - KO 15.00

Nations Championship 2026 - Ireland V Fiji 14th November 2026 - KO 20.10

UEFA Nations League - Republic of Ireland V Kosovo 17th November 2026 - KO 19.45

Nations Championship 2026 - Ireland v South Africa 21st November 2026 - KO 16.40

Guinness 6 Nations 2027 - Ireland v England 5th February 2027 - KO 20.10

Guinness 6 Nations 2027 - Ireland V France 13th March 2027 - KO 20.10

Women's Six Nations - Ireland V England 8th May 2027 - KO 14.45

Noah Kahan 17th and 18th July 2027 Concert

Aer Lingus College Football Classic University of Pittsburgh v University of Wisconsin- Madison 28th August 2027 - KO TBC

UEFA Euro 28 - 10th June 2028

Dublin is proud to host seven matches of UEFA EURO 2028 at Dublin Arena in June 2028.

This landmark tournament will see Ireland welcome a major international football competition for the first time, bringing the city and country to life with world-class football.

Dublin Match Dates: The following UEFA EURO 2028 matches will take place at Dublin Arena Aviva Statdium:

  • Saturday 10 June 2028

  • Monday 12 June 2028*

  • Friday 16 June 2028*

  • Monday 19 June 2028

  • Wednesday 21 June 2028*

  • Tuesday 27 June 2028

  • Friday 30 June 2028

* If the Republic of Ireland qualifies directly for UEFA EURO 2028, they will play their three group stage matches in Dublin on these dates.

Bookings fill up fast for international weekends, so reserve early.

Visiting Dublin for the match?

We're within walking distance of the InterContinental, Herbert Park Hotel, Clayton Ballsbridge and Ballsbridge Hotel. If you're staying nearby, come in for a pint the night before, breakfast on match day, or a post-match session after the final whistle.

[FIND US HERE]

Horse Show House, 34–36 Merrion Road, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4, D04 C535
Directly opposite the RDS main entrance
📞 01 668 9424 · ✉️ bookings@madigan.ie
Opening times: Tuesday to Sunday

Frequently asked questions

How far is the Horse Show House from the Aviva Stadium?
We're about a 5 minute walk from the Aviva, on Merrion Road in Ballsbridge, directly opposite the RDS.

Can I book a table for match day?
Yes, and for big games we strongly recommend it. Book online or call 01 668 9424.

Do you open early on match days and concert days?
[Yes, depending on the time of the international match or the concert]

Do you show the match if I don't have a ticket?
Yes. We show the big games on screens indoors and in our covered, heated beer garden.

Can you cater for large groups?
Yes, from 30 up to 700, with private areas including The Penthouse and Madigan Square Garden.