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The Sound House

The Sound House is an independently owned live music venue, club and event space at 28 Eden Quay in Dublin 1, on the Liffey.

Opened: 2017
Capacity: 300
Sound: Electronic

Tickets and programme All techno clubs

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At the door 18+ Rules

The Sound House: quick facts

Checked Sep 2026

Address: 28 Eden Quay, Dublin 1, Ireland Directions
Nearest station: Tara Street and Connolly stations and Busáras are a short walk; O'Connell Street is two minutes away
Opening hours: No fixed hours: club nights usually start around 23:00 and run into the early hours; gigs run from about 19:00 to 22:30
Opened: 2017 9 years
Capacity: 300 people
Rooms: Main live room upstairs, covered rooftop terrace, The Penthouse and The Wiley Fox
Sound system: Void Acoustics
Age limit: 18+ for many club nights; photo ID required
Cloakroom: Cloakroom at most gigs and club nights, with limited space
Founders: Independently owned; Ian Keogh is listed as owner

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About The Sound House

The Sound House is an independently owned live music venue, club and event space at 28 Eden Quay in Dublin 1, on the Liffey a two-minute walk from O'Connell Street. Founded in 2017, it holds up to 300 people for club nights and 240 for gigs, with a Void Acoustics sound system, Pioneer CDJ-3000 decks, an LED screen, a private bar and a covered rooftop terrace. Other spaces in the building include The Penthouse and The Wiley Fox. The programme is mainly live music, with club nights from about 11pm, and it describes itself as a safe space for the alternative community, alt-clubs and fringe theatre. Autumn 2026 listings included FACE 2 FACE with the Reverb, Euphonic and Myth collectives, Dancehall Arís open decks and a Bollywood DJ night.

Door policy

From the club's own rules

Many club nights are 18+. Only a physical passport, driving licence, Garda Age Card or other government-issued photo ID is accepted; no student cards, photocopies or screenshots.

Where to stay near The Sound House

Hotels on the map

28 Eden Quay, Dublin 1, Ireland · Tara Street and Connolly stations and Busáras are a short walk; O'Connell Street is two minutes away

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Frequently asked questions

What people search about The Sound House

Where is The Sound House in Dublin?

The Sound House is at 28 Eden Quay, Dublin 1, right on the Liffey near Liberty Hall. It is a short walk from O'Connell Street, Busáras and Connolly and Tara Street stations.

What is the capacity of The Sound House Dublin?

The venue holds up to 300 people for club nights and 240 for live performances. It has a private bar, a covered rooftop terrace and a Void Acoustics sound system.

What ID do you need for The Sound House?

Only a physical passport, driving licence, Garda Age Card or other government-issued photo ID is accepted. Student cards, photocopies and screenshots are not. Club nights such as FACE 2 FACE are listed as 18+.

What time does The Sound House open?

There are no fixed hours. Gigs usually start around 7 to 8pm and finish by about 10.30pm, and club nights typically start around 11pm and run into the early hours. Check your ticket for exact times.

Does The Sound House have a cloakroom?

Yes, most gigs and club nights have a cloakroom, though space is limited, so the venue asks guests to leave large backpacks at home. The live room is upstairs, so contact the venue in advance if you need access help.