Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 22 September 2026
334. Deputy Cathy Bennett asked the Minister for Culture, Communications and Sport the international sporting events taking place in Ireland that are being supported by his Department until 2030, by sporting project, in tabular form. [66910/26]
Amharc ar fhreagraMy Department provides support to the hosting of major sports events in Ireland, and to explore further hosting opportunities, in line with the Major International Sports Events Policy and Strategy Framework . The major international sports events being so supported in the period to 2030 are set out below:
|
Year |
Sport |
Sporting Project |
|
2027 |
Golf |
Ryder Cup (Adare) |
|
2028 |
Football |
UEFA EURO* |
|
2030 |
Cricket |
T20 Cricket World Cup* |
* UEFA EURO 2028 and the 2030 T20 Cricket World Cup will be co-hosted with the United Kingdom.
Furthermore, my Department continues to engage with National Governing Bodies and other stakeholders on further potential opportunities, including the possibility of hosting further NFL fixtures in Dublin and the hosting of a major international golf championship in Ireland.
In relation to the strategy to attract these events, the Major International Sports Events Policy and Strategy Framework was published in 2024. In implementing this policy framework, my Department works closely with a range of partners including National Governing Bodies, local authorities and other State agencies in evaluating and delivering events.
Before my Department and Government commits public monies to supporting the hosting of a major sports event in Ireland, a significant range of factors needs to be taken into account. These factors include the projected cost to the State, the expected economic benefits accruing to the State, and the proposed event’s capacity to contribute to wider policy objectives, such as increasing physical activity and participation in sport.
My Department remains open to engagement on all future major international sports events consistent with the Framework, and I am committed to ensuring that Ireland continues to strengthen its reputation as a competitive and attractive destination for hosting major events.
