Street Performance includes the playing of musical instruments, singing, dancing, theatrical performance, poetry, juggling, acting etc. and a permit is required to perform in Dublin.
1. Street Performance Permit €30 per year (from date of application) €10 visitor permit ( two weeks from date of application)
2. Permit to use amplification €60 per year (in addition to standard permit) €20 visitor permit ( two weeks from date of application)
Permit application requirements:
1.Fully signed application form
2. Passport photos
3. Proof of ID ( Passport, Driving Licence)
4. Proof of address ( Utility bill, bank statement)
5. Appropriate fee
All documents can be posted or emailed to the Licensing Unit, the contact details are on the application form.
There are a number of important changes to the 2015 Bye-Laws, including:
- Backing tracks are no longer permitted.
- Performers can only stay on Grafton Street for one hour before moving.
- Performances must start and end on the hour mark.
- A two-week visitor permit has been introduced.
- New permits are subject to a six-week probation period.
The Street Performers Bye-Laws 2016 and all application forms can be downloaded below.
Maps of the Prohibited Places and other restrictions referred to in the Bye-Laws may be viewed below.
T: 01 222 2165
E: streetperformers@dublincity.ie
