WorldSkills Ireland 2024 FAQ's
- What are WorldSkills Ireland 2024 opening times?
- Wed 25th & Thurs 26th September: Morning Slot: 9:00 – 12:00 | Afternoon Slot: 12:30 – 15:30
- Friday 27th September: Morning Slot only: 10:30 -13:30
- How do I register for WorldSkills Ireland 2024?
- We have two booking types available for WorldSkills Ireland:
- Group Bookings to facilitate school classes and groups
- Individual Bookings to facilitate parents, industry and individual students looking to attend.
- For school group or individual/family bookings, you can register on our website by clicking here
- Please note that attendance is free, but registration is required.
- Are there any slots left to register for?
- We currently only have 2 slots available: Wednesday 25th (afternoon 12:30 pm – 3:30 pm) & Friday (10:30 am – 1:30 pm)
- If the group slot you require is booked out, add yourself to the waiting list by clicking here
- Please refer to the registration portal for up-to-date slot information
- Where can I find my registration confirmation email?
- When you registered for WorldSkills Ireland 2024, you would have received an email with your ticket barcode from us.
- We also resent registration confirmation emails recently to make it easier for everyone to view.
- I can’t find my Registration Confirmation email, what do I do?
- If you cannot find your Registration Confirmation email, please check your spam folder.
- If you still are unable to find this confirmation email, please click here and enter the email you used to make your group booking under the ‘Lost Your Registration’ tab.
- What to expect at WorldSkills Ireland 2024?
- What do students need to do before attending WSI?
- We put together a pre-event activity and checklist document which highlights some activities we recommend students complete before attending WorldSkills Ireland 2024. This document can be found within the Teachers & Guidance Counsellors information pack which everyone should have received. If you haven’t received it, please click here
- We recommend students bring a notebook, pen and a tote bag to collect information during their visit as well as print off their CVs if they wish to apply for apprenticeships at the event
- Do I need to print anything before I arrive
- You don’t need to print your barcode; this can be scanned through your phone.
- However, if arriving by coach, please ensure you print the relevant bus pass and display at the front of the coach. For more information click here.
- How will I get there?
- There is a comprehensive traffic management plan in place for WorldSkills Ireland 2024 and for The Irish Times Higher Options, which will run concurrently with our event. This plan involves input from the RDS, Security Suppliers and the An Gardai Siochana.
- Buses will be told to approach the RDS and Simmonscourt Road from the Anglesea Road.
- Buses will be directed to park in the Simmonscourt complex for both events and then directed on foot from there.
- Where can visitors park?
- In order to accommodate the high number of student visitors attending on coaches, we have no visitor car parking onsite. Therefore, the recommended mode of travel to the RDS each day is by Public Transport.
- For more information on public transport, click here
- For Exhibitor, Sponsor, Competitor & Examiner parking; please ensure you have your car parking pass printed as a screenshot will not suffice
- What will I do when I arrive to RDS?
- For group bookings: When you arrive to the RDS, one member of your group (group leader) should enter and register your group by scanning the barcode in your confirmation email at the registration area.
- If travelling by bus, please leave the rest of the group on the coach as you do this.
- Wristbands will then be provided for the quantity on your registration booking.
You can then return to your group to distribute the wristbands. - Once wristbands are secured, your group can queue up to enter the event.
- For individual bookings: If you are attending as an individual, please queue up and scan the barcode in your confirmation email to receive your badge to enter WorldSkills Ireland 2024.
- Can I leave the venue and come back later in the day?
- You may only enter during the time slot you have booked.
- WorldSkills Ireland works in a one-way system with one entry and one exit.
- Yes, You can leave and enter the venue once you have your badge/wristband with you at all times which will be given to you on the arrival.
- What should I do if I get lost around the venue?
- As WorldSkills Ireland 2024 is a big event, it is possible that you can get separated from your group. In the event that you cannot locate your group, please report to the organiser’s office at the front of the hall and our team will be able to contact your teacher/group leader. There will also be security and the WorldSkills Ireland 2024 staff to help assist you so don’t be afraid to ask for help!
- You can find the organisers office using the floorplan link here.
- Where can I see the layout/Floorplan of the event?
- The floorplan of the event can be found on the link here.
- Who is exhibiting at the event?
- The full list of Careers’ Zone, Educator Zone and #ThisIsFET Zone exhibitors, can be found on the website here.
- Who are the WorldSkills Ireland 2024 Sponsors?
- Click here to view our Industry Partners and Sponsors.
- What catering is available at WorldSkills Ireland 2024?
- There will be a range of food trucks outside. We also have a café for those who wish to purchase food at the event and a dedicated lunchroom upstairs for any students who bring a packed lunch with them.
- Vouchers can be pre ordered before the event for the outdoor Food Trucks at a cost of €16. This will cover a Main and a Drink at any of the Food Trucks.
- If you want to avail of lunch vouchers for the outdoor food trucks, please email johnh@madigan.ie
- You can refill your water at the Hydration Stations around the event.
- Can I attend WorldSkills Ireland 2024 with a Higher Options ticket?
- No, your Higher Options visitor ticket is only valid for the Higher Options event, you would need to register separately for WorldSkills Ireland 2024 which can be completely easily on our website (subject to availability).
If we have not answered your question, please feel free to email us here: