The Digital Hub Dublin continues to connect technology, culture, education and community activity in the Liberties, with a varied programme of events and opportunities planned for 2026. From Dublin Fringe Festival performances to a new AI residency, the campus remains an important destination for Ireland’s creative and digital industries.
Located in Dublin 8, The Digital Hub supports member companies, artists, learners and community organisations. Its latest updates highlight the growing relationship between innovation, public participation and the cultural life of the capital.
The Digital Hub Dublin programme for 2026
The campus is set to host a range of activities throughout the year, including Culture Night events, Dublin Fringe Festival productions and community-led initiatives. These programmes bring audiences into historic spaces while supporting artists and organisations working across technology, performance and sustainability.
Arts and community events
As part of Dublin Fringe Festival 2026, The Digital Hub will host performances and exhibitions at The Bank and Digital Depot. The announced programme includes:
- Wit & Whimsy; Yin & Collapse, a performance combining dance, theatre and live music.
- Black Transmission, a performance installation examining colonial legacy and historical erasure.
- An Cailigh Rua, an exhibition exploring food, labour, hunger, women’s experiences and cultural memory through multiple art forms.
The Digital Hub is also participating in Culture Night 2026. Change Clothes Dublin will hold a late-night clothes swap and scrap store at the Digital Depot, promoting reuse, creativity and sustainable consumption.
AI for Communities residency opens applications
One of the key programme announcements is the four-month AI for Communities – Empowering People Through AI residency. The open call invites applicants to develop and pilot an initiative for The Digital Hub, with a focus on practical and community-focused uses of artificial intelligence.
The residency reflects a wider national interest in responsible digital transformation. Organisations such as gov.ie, Enterprise Ireland, IDA Ireland and the Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment play important roles in supporting Ireland’s technology and innovation ecosystem, although the residency itself is a programme of The Digital Hub Development Agency.
Applicants should consult the official call for full eligibility requirements, programme details and the stated application deadline of 9 October 2026.
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Digital learning and industry activity
The Digital Hub’s Learning Studio and partner initiatives provide opportunities for young people, adults and local learners in Dublin 8. These programmes demonstrate how digital skills development can support education, employment and participation in the creative economy.
The campus has also shared industry news about patientMpower, an Irish medtech company whose digital healthcare approach was examined in a randomised controlled trial. The reported findings indicated an 80% reduction in outpatient appointments and a 92% reduction in health service costs. Such developments are relevant to Ireland’s broader digital-health landscape, including the Health Service Executive (HSE), Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) and Health Products Regulatory Authority (HPRA).
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Why The Digital Hub matters to Dublin 8
The Digital Hub’s programme shows how a campus can operate as more than a workspace. Its member network, learning activities, cultural partnerships and community events create opportunities for collaboration across arts, technology and enterprise.
Its location in the historic Liberties also gives the programme a distinctive setting. From St Patrick’s Tower to the campus’s heritage features, The Digital Hub combines Dublin history with emerging digital and creative work.
Frequently asked questions
What is The Digital Hub?
The Digital Hub is a digital, creative and technology campus located in Dublin 8’s Liberties. It supports member organisations, programmes, events and learning initiatives.
What events are taking place at The Digital Hub in 2026?
The announced programme includes Culture Night activities, Dublin Fringe Festival performances and exhibitions, community events and technology-focused initiatives.
How can people apply for the AI residency?
Interested applicants should review The Digital Hub’s official open call for eligibility information, application instructions and the 9 October 2026 deadline.
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The Digital Hub Dublin is positioning its 2026 programme at the intersection of technology, culture and community. For residents, artists, learners and businesses, the clear takeaway is that Dublin 8 remains a lively centre for Ireland’s digital and creative future.
