20th July

A one-day boutique conference for documentary makers, media producers, and researchers in science and technology.

Interested or already working in documentary, radio, TV, filmmaking, animation, theatre, digital media, science communication or factual storytelling? 

From getting an initial idea funded to Oscar & Emmy nominations you will meet funders, commissioning editors and broadcasters while also meeting the producers and directors behind the scenes to explore how stories are crafted across multiple creative mediums. 

21st July

Dublin Maker is a spectacular family-friendly day of invention, creativity and resourcefulness. A completely free-to-attend, community-run event will transform Merrion Square into a wonderland of inventors from all over Ireland on Saturday 21st July (10am-6pm).

Featuring a host of clever hacks, intriguing innovations and maker movement magic – come along to find out how robots are made, instruments are created and beer gets brewed. See woodturners and weavers in action and medical devices being 3D printed.

Get the chance to speak to makers who have created everything from rocket launchers to film props. Ask them questions, play with their prototypes and let your mind overflow with new ideas.