A Spectacular Venue, Steeped in History
Ideally located on Custom House Quay in the heart of Dublin’s Docklands, The chq Building overlooks the river Liffey, where merchants once unloaded their cargo and from where so many Irish emigrants embarked on their journey to a new life. This listed former warehouse is a dream venue for event planners.
From our atmospheric vaults to our bright and airy mezzanine, we’ve got a range of spaces to suit every gathering. From small intimate parties of 50 guests to large showstopping corporate events with up to 800, we’ve got the versatility to host events of all shapes and sizes.
Whether you’re planning an exhibition, product launch, brand activation event, awards ceremony, networking or corporate event or scouting a filming location, our one-of-a-kind, awe-inspiring spaces are sure to impress.
A unique venue in an atmospheric location, perfect for your next event
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Venue Hire at CHQ
The iconic CHQ Building is one of Ireland’s finest examples of 19th century architecture. Exquisitely restored, it strikes the perfect balance of modern and historical. Originally built as a tobacco store with wine vaults underneath, it has hosted some memorable events, including the legendary 1856 Crimean Banquet. With spaces to suit anything from 50 to 800 guests, it’s the perfect venue for a product launch, brand activation event, awards ceremony or corporate event.

Venue Hire at EPIC
EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum tells the stories of Ireland’s emigrants in an engaging and interactive way and explains how they influenced and shaped the world. Our high-tech, interactive exhibitions and impressive galleries and event spaces offer a stunning backdrop for hosting your guests and clients. Catering for up to 180 guests, it’s the ideal location for breakfast briefings, client and staff entertainment, team building, networking and corporate events.

Clients Testimonials
Our welcome is warm and our hospitality is legendary. From working with you to select the very best space, to recommending food that perfectly complements your event, to hosting an event that gets your guests talking, we always go the extra mile. But don’t just take our word for it, see what our happy clients have to say about us.

Got Some Questions?
We’re happy to answer any questions you may have about EPIC and CHQ. We’ve held so many events that no question or request can surprise us! Read our Events team FAQs to find out more. If you have any more, get in touch and we’ll be happy to give you our best recommendations for your event. We’re looking forward to hearing from you.