Thursday, 24th September 2026

Venue – UCD’s O’Reilly Hall, Belfield, Dublin 4

Arrival tips 

Summit – there will be coffee served from 8.15am before we kick off, so make sure you arrive on time to register and receive your name badge. There will also be plenty of opportunities to network throughout the morning.

Awards – make sure you arrive on time for the lunch time ceremony – you don’t want to miss the celebratory pre-lunch drinks reception at 12.00PM.

Agenda

• 8.15AM – 12.00PM – The Leadership Summit agenda is here.
• 12.00PM – Awards Ceremony kicks off with a celebratory drinks reception
• 12.40PM – All guests seated, opening speeches & start up pitches
• 1.10PM – Lunch
• 14.10PM – Awards Ceremony
• 16.20PM – Round up
• 16.30PM – Networking

Dress code

Business formal attire for both the morning Leadership Summit and lunch time Awards Ceremony.

Take a look at this video of attendees to get a feel for the dress code.

Parking & Transport

Parking is available in UCD’s pay and display car parks, on a first come-first served basis. Note that parking in UCD is always in high demand – public transport or taxi is recommended, especially for those attending the afternoon Awards ceremony only. The P14 and P1 car parks are recommended for O’Reilly Hall.

UCD is served by several Dublin Bus routes. The closest DART station is Sydney Parade – it is 2.5km from the O’Reilly Hall, approx 30 mins walk.

Get Directions on Google Maps.

Accessibility

Find out more about any accessibility needs you may have on UCD’s page here.

Networking tips

We will provide you with name badges at both events.

Feel free to move around and enjoy networking and seeking out those whose experience you would like to learn more from or share your own experience with.

Need to upgrade your ticket?

If you need to upgrade your ticket to include both the Leadership Summit and the Awards Ceremony, contact us and we will be happy to help – info@digitalgovawards.com