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The Helix, on the Dublin City University campus, is Ireland's exciting multi venue performance and meeting space in North Dublin. It offers a range of spaces that cater for all types of events, including live performances all year round.

The Helix, at Dublin City University, was recently awarded the title of Ireland's Best Purpose Built Event Venue. Located just 10 minutes from Dublin City centre and 10 minutes from Dublin Airport, The Helix has been the venue of choice for international performing artists, global conferences, Irish business meetings, gala dinners, film shoots and more.

The Helix has many spaces, including the impressive Foyers, The Theatre, Mahony Hall, The Space, The Gallery, and several smaller conference rooms.. All of these fine venues are contained in a truly breathtaking building designed by A&D Wejchert.

Experience the exhilaration that only a live performance can deliver at the world class Helix.

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  • The Helix Panto 2025 is The Snow Queen
    The Snow Queen
    Family funThe Snow Queen

    Dublin’s Most Magical Panto Returns – Bigger, Bolder, and Frostier Than Ever! We’re absolutely thrilled to reveal that The Helix Panto 2025 will be... Everyone’s favourite frozen fairytale – THE SNOW QUEEN!

    22 November - 11 January 2026
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    ABBA Forever
    ABBA Forever

    One of Ireland’s most popular shows is back by demand. The Christmas Show is something truly special. It’s always a party when ABBA comes to town, but this festive edition is the perfect way to start your Christmas celebrations.

    5 December
  • Christmas by Candlelight at The Helix
    Christmas by Candlelight
    Family funChristmas by Candlelight

    It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas! So, it’s time to join our star-studded cast of West End Stars, for a magical evening of festive hits, performed live by candlelight!

    6 December
  • The Burlesque Cabaret Chrismas Show
    The Burlesque Cabaret Christmas Show
    The Burlesque Cabaret Christmas Show

    Get ready for a night where glamour meets mischief with The Burlesque Christmas Cabaret Show! Whether you’ve been naughty or nice this year, this show promises to deliver an unforgettable evening of festive fun, charm, and excitement.

    7 December
  • Step Into Christmas, feel good concert spectacular
    Step Into Christmas
    Arts and cultureStep Into Christmas

    Get ready to Step into Christmas once again for the most magical, feel-good show of the year! After a sensational run, we’re back — bigger, brighter, and more festive than ever before.

    12 December
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    A Swingin' Little Christmas
    Family funA Swingin' Little Christmas

    Join The Niall Kinsella Orchestra and stellar guest vocalists Aoife Mulholland, Matt Ford and award-winning vocal quartet 4 in a Bar for the merriest Christmas concert in town, A Swingin’ Little Christmas.

    14 December
Why we like it
  • Known as a world class venue for viewing live performances of all types, year round.
  • The building's beautiful architecture reflects the artistic aesthetic of the events held there.
  • In addition to performances, The Helix hosts events, conferences, dinners, film shoots and more in its many fine spaces.
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