
Visiting Bord Gais Energy Theatre: what to know before you go
Grand Canal Square, 2, Dublin, Ireland
Bord Gais Energy Theatre is a theatre building in Dublin, open since 2010, with room for about 2,111 people.
Of the 10 upcoming shows with a published time, 40% start at 19:30 – plan to arrive a little earlier for security and the cloakroom.
Most dates fall on Sunday and Thursday.
The busiest month ahead is November 2026, with 8 dates.
4 public transport stops are within walking distance (Train); the nearest is Grand Canal Dock, 540 m away.
Key facts
- Type of venue
- Theatre building
- Capacity
- 2,111
- Opened
- 2010
- Address
- Grand Canal Square, 2, Dublin, Ireland
- Upcoming events
- 28
- Usual start time
- 19:30
- Busiest days
- Sunday, Thursday
Bord Gais Energy Theatre, month by month
- November 20268 dates, including Carmen, The Choir Of Man and Heathers the Musical
- December 20262 dates, including Mrs. Doubtfire and Celine Byrne - a Christmas Celebration
- January 20273 dates, including Paw Patrol Live! Heroes Unite, Million Dollar Quartet and Nos By Luail
- February 20278 dates, including Sao Paulo Dance Company, Movies & Musicals Live and Twelve Angry Men
- March 20273 dates, including Dirty Dancing - The Classic Story On Stage, Cats and Damien Rice - 25th Anniversary Tour
- April 20274 dates, including Turandot, Bryn Terfel In Concert and Tommy Fleming - The Encore Tour
Ticket prices
What the programme holds: Plays & Musicals (15), Concerts (8), Dance (2), Comedy (2) and Family & Kids (1).
Arriving by public transport
- Grand Canal DockTrain540 m
7 min walk - Dublin Pearse railway stationTrain540 m
7 min walk - Mayor SquareTrain550 m
7 min walk - Docklands railway stationTrain720 m
9 min walk
Arriving by car
4 car parks within walking distance; the nearest is 100 m from the venue.
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Bord Gais Energy Theatre: practical questions
How many people fit in Bord Gais Energy Theatre?
Bord Gais Energy Theatre has a capacity of about 2,111; the figure for a given show depends on its layout.
When did Bord Gais Energy Theatre open?
Bord Gais Energy Theatre opened in 2010.
What time do shows start at Bord Gais Energy Theatre?
Usually at 19:30 (40% of the upcoming shows with a published time). Check your ticket for the exact time.
What is the nearest stop to Bord Gais Energy Theatre?
Grand Canal Dock (Train), 540 m away – about 7 min on foot.
Can I park near Bord Gais Energy Theatre?
Yes, 4 car parks are mapped nearby, the closest 100 m away.
What kind of events does Bord Gais Energy Theatre host?
Upcoming dates by category: Plays & Musicals (15), Concerts (8), Dance (2) and Comedy (2).
Which month has the most events at Bord Gais Energy Theatre?
November 2026, with 8 dates, including Carmen and The Choir Of Man.
Which other venues are close to Bord Gais Energy Theatre?
3Olympia Theatre (1.7 km), The Academy (1.5 km), 3Arena (870 m) and Whelans (1.9 km).
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