Basement / The Racket Space at The Bernard Shaw

Event Space in a Pub
· Private space
114 R135, Dublin, D09 XW44
Drumcondra, Dublin

About this space

The Racket Space at The Bernard Shaw is a 300-capacity underground venue with industrial-chic decor, custom lighting, and a high-quality sound system. It features lounge seating, a DJ booth, and a stage, ideal for music events, private parties, and screenings.

Its customizable lighting, and premium audiovisual equipment suit live performances, club nights, and corporate gatherings, offering an energetic atmosphere.


Prices

Monday
16:00 – 6:00
from €40 per person
Per session
16:00 – 6:00
from €40 per person
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
16:00 – 6:00
from €40 per person
Per session
16:00 – 6:00
from €40 per person
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
16:00 – 6:00
from €40 per person
Per session
16:00 – 6:00
from €40 per person
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. All prices include VAT.
Thursday
12:00 – 6:00
from €40 per person
Per session
12:00 – 6:00
from €40 per person
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. All prices include VAT.
Friday
12:00 – 6:00
from €40 per person
Per session
12:00 – 6:00
from €40 per person
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. All prices include VAT.
Saturday
12:00 – 6:00
from €40 per person
Per session
12:00 – 6:00
from €40 per person
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. All prices include VAT.
Sunday
12:00 – 6:00
from €40 per person
Per session
12:00 – 6:00
from €40 per person
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. All prices include VAT.
Pricing updated by venue 1 day ago

Capacity

Standing
up to 300
Dining
up to 214
Cabaret
up to 90

Catering and drinks

In-house catering
External catering not allowed
Venue provides alcohol
BYO alcohol not allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi
Projector
PA system / speakers
Air conditioning
Paid parking facilities available nearby
Flatscreen TV
Whiteboard
Flipchart
Conference call facilities
Natural light
Storage space
Quiet space
Accommodation available

Music & sound equipment

Own music allowed
Bring your own DJ
Noise restriction

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible
Accessible toilets
Ground level
Accessible parking spot available

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Promoted and ticketed events
Wedding licence
Temporary event notices (TENs) available

Host rules

- No smoking inside the building.


The Bernard Shaw is located at Cross Guns Bridge, Dublin. Open seven days a week, this bar, café, and creative space is a hub for music, events, and good vibes. With DJs and bands spanning genres from house and jazz to grime, reggae, and disco, the venue offers something for every music lover. Events range from backyard markets and exhibition launches to graffiti battles, live shows from emerging Dublin bands, and marathon DJ sets.

Whether it’s a hot-tub party, fresh pizza on a double-decker bus, or just a pint and a chat, there’s always something happening here.


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