Public transport arrangements for Dublin Pride Festival

A Dublin DART train decorated with Pride Festival branding.

This year’s Dublin Pride Parade takes place on Saturday, 28 June 2025. The parade will begin around 12.30pm, starting on O’Connell Street and finishing at Merrion Square, where the Pride Village will be open into the afternoon. As always, a number of changes to public transport services will be in place on the day to accommodate street closures and increased passenger demand.

Luas Services for Pride

On the Green Line, there will be no trams running between St Stephen’s Green and Dominick between approximately 9.40am and 5.00pm. Trams will continue to operate on either side of this section.

On the Red Line, there will be no service between Smithfield and Connolly or The Point from about 10.00am until 2.30pm. Trams will still run as normal on other parts of the line.

Park and Ride facilities will be available at the usual locations. Passengers should allow extra time for their journey and check the Luas website or app for live service updates.

For more details on Luas services for the Dublin Pride Parade, please check the Luas website.

Dublin Bus Diversions

Several Dublin Bus routes will be diverted or curtailed due to closures around Merrion Square and O’Connell Street. Diversions will begin early on Saturday morning and affect a wide range of services. Bus Éireann routes into the city will also be subject to changes during the parade.

Passengers are advised to check the Dublin Bus website or the TFI Journey Planner in advance of travel.

Irish Rail and DART Services

Extra DART and commuter rail services will operate on the day, with additional capacity on routes serving Connolly, Pearse and Tara Street stations. As stations are expected to be busy, passengers should allow additional time and follow any on-site guidance.

Further information on Dart and other rail services is available on the Irish Rail website.

Key Pride Events

The Pride festival features a wide array of events, ensuring a celebration of LGBTQ+ culture and community:

  • June 20: A guided tour of LGBTQIA+ artworks at the National Gallery of Ireland

  • June 20 - June 21: Drag performance evenings at the Gate Theatre, including “Out Loud” and “Musicals Mayhem”

  • June 21: Afternoon "Queer History of Dublin" walking tour with Vintage Tea Trips

  • June 23: Special screening of "Crossing" at Light House Cinema.

  • June 28: Pride breakfast at Outhouse (from 9:00 am)

  • June 28: Heritage tour at Collins Barracks (12:00 pm)

  • June 28: Pride Village in Merrion Square (from 1:00 pm)

  • June 28: Evening celebrations at venues including The George and Vicar Street.

Further information on Dublin Pride events is available on the Pride festival website.

Travel tips

  • Allow Extra Time: Given the diversions and crowd control measures, ensure to leave earlier than usual for your destinations.

  • Follow Updates: Stay tuned to social media, radio, and TV for real-time travel updates.

  • Plan Ahead: Check detailed route changes and event schedules to avoid any last-minute inconveniences.

Enjoy the Dublin 2025 Pride Festival and celebrate safely!

Dublin Bus, DART, Luas, Things to DoMatt Walsh