Doors & Access
- Doors open:
- Saturday: 10:00
- Sunday: 10:00
- Parking:
- There is no onsite parking.
- Please see the Venue Info page for nearby parking options.
Opening & Closing Ceremonies
- Opening Ceremony:
- Saturday at 11:00
- Please see the event schedule for details.
- Closing Ceremony:
- Sunday at 20:00 in the Ballroom
- DeadDog:
- Sunday from 21:00 onwards
Other Timings (Please see Event Schedule for full information)
- Fursuit Lounge:
- Open daily 10:00 – 00:00
- Artist Alley:
- Open daily 11:00 – 19:00
- Saturday Night DJ:
- 21:00 – 00:00
- Last orders at the bar: 23:30
Food & Buffets
- Early Bird Buffet:
- Saturday at 14:00 in Bowen
- Please have your tickets ready.
- Sponsors Buffet:
- Sunday at 14:00 in Bowen
- Please have your tickets ready.
Attendee Badge Information
- Badge details must be submitted by: June 1st, 2026 Please use the link below.
- https://forms.gle/wu9H6b2GXXsqfpbF7
- All information must be submitted by this date.
- A late submission fee of €5 per badge will apply after the deadline.
- Badges are collection on-site only.
- If you are unable to attend Anthro Irish 2026 in person, please contact a member of the team.
- One badge per order number.
Badge Image Guidelines:
- Ideally 512 × 512 pixels, square format
(roughly the size of a Telegram sticker) - If unsure, submit your image anyway. The team will contact you if changes are needed.
- All images are subject to approval before printing.
For questions or badge queries, please email:
info.anthroirish@gmail.com
For this event, valid photo ID is required for age verification. This applies to all attendees & staff . Please read carefully before arriving.
We accept the following physical, valid photo ID:
- Passport
- Irish, UK, EU, or other international passport
- Driving Licence
- Irish driving licence
- UK driving licence
- EU driving licence
(Full or provisional licences accepted)
- Irish Age Card
- Issued by Age Card Ireland (www.agecard.ie)
- PASS-accredited
Important notes
- ID must be physical. Photos, scans, or digital copies on a phone will not be accepted.
- ID must be valid and clearly legible.
- The name and photograph must clearly match the holder. (In the case by case basis of deed pole, please contact info.anthroirish@gmail.com
- If acceptable ID cannot be produced, entry may be refused.
Not accepted as ID
The following cannot be used for age verification:
- Photos or screenshots of ID
- Student ID cards
- Birth certificates (Both short & long form)
- Bank or credit cards
- Social media profiles
- Any non-photo ID
FAQ
When is Anthro Irish 2026?
Anthro Irish 2026 will take place on August 1st and 2nd 2026
Where is Anthro Irish 2026?
Anthro Irish 2026 will take place in The Metropole Hotel Cork City
How do I contact Anthro Irish?
Please contact via email, info.anthroirish@gmail.com
Is Anthro Irish 18+?
Yes, Anthro Irish is 18+s.
How do I apply to host an event?
These applications have already been closed for our upcoming 2026 event.
How do I apply for artist alley?
These applications have already been closed for our upcoming 2026 event.
How do I apply to volunteer?
These applications have already been closed for our upcoming 2026 event.
Where do I follow Anthro Irish online?
All of our social media pages can be found here (linktr.ee/anthroirish)
How do I book a bedroom on-site?
Please contact reservations@themetropolehotel.ie directly by using code “GA0001162”
How do I contact the venue?
Please contact info@themetropolehotel.ie directly.
How do I read the Code of Conduct?
The code of conduct can be found here (Google Doc)
Why can I only order one entry ticket per order?
Entry tickets are limited to ONE entry ticket per order, meaning an order can only consist of one of the following: Early Bird, Sponsor, One-Day Entry or General Entry. Orders with multiple entry ticket tiers may face cancellation. Please contact info.anthroirish@gmail.com for more information,
Who is the guest of honor for 2026?
The guest of honor for 2026 is Reskell, check out the “Previous Years” page for more info.