WorldSkills Ireland event

Name: WorldSkills Ireland event
Start: 2026-09-17
End: 2026-09-18
Location: Ireland

The WorldSkills Ireland event showcases vocational talent through National Skills competitions for students and apprentices. It offers hands-on 'Try a Skill' experiences for visitors to explore apprenticeships and vocational pathways, with free entry.

Date: Sep 17-18, 2026
Location: Ireland

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Event summary

Highlights

31 live National Skills competitions
Hands-on 'Try a Skill' experiences for visitors
Opportunities to meet employers and training providers
Free entry

Held at RDS Simmonscourt in Ireland, the WorldSkills Ireland event is a collaborative government and industry initiative aimed at promoting skills and apprenticeships. The event features 31 live National Skills competitions where over 160 students and apprentices compete, demonstrating expertise in sectors such as construction, manufacturing, engineering, automotive, creative arts, hospitality, tourism, and digital technology. Visitors are invited to participate in 'Try a Skill' experiences, offering direct engagement with various trades. It also serves as a platform to connect with employers and training providers, providing information on apprenticeship and Further Education and Training (FET) pathways.

Practical details

Location described by the source: RDS Simmonscourt; businessplus.ie
Area for browsing nearby events: Ireland

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