HYROX Dublin 2026: Complete Race Guide (Spring 2026)
HYROX Dublin 2026 will be held at RDS Simmonscourt for its spring 2026 edition. Like all HYROX events, the format is identical: 8 km of running alternated with 8 functional stations (sled push, sled pull, burpee broad jumps, rowing, farmers carry, sandbag lunges, wall balls). What changes here: the local climate, logistics, and atmosphere.
The Venue: RDS Simmonscourt
RDS Simmonscourt is one of Dublin's premier exhibition and event venues. For HYROX, the floor is covered with an official HYROX carpet (compatible with flat shoes), ambient temperature is regulated, separate male/female changing rooms, on-site physiotherapists, visitor parking, and a recovery area with free massage for finishers.
Access and Transport
To reach RDS Simmonscourt: Bus 7/7A / Dublin airport 30 min. If you are coming by Eurostar or TGV, allow 30 min of logistical margin for check-in. If you are coming by plane, the closest airport is mentioned above.
Course, Weather and Spring 2026 Conditions
Irish edition, first in 2025, strong growth. The race takes place indoors, so the weather has no direct impact on performance – however, it does affect the heat in the venue (little air conditioning in summer editions) and hydration strategy. Plan for 1L of water + electrolytes in addition to what you would drink in a home gym.
Accommodation in Dublin
To optimize pre-race sleep, stay within 15 minutes max of the venue. Avoid large city center hotels if the race starts early (7:30-8 am for the first waves). Opt for an Airbnb or a chain hotel near the venue. Breakfast before 6 am: look for a hotel with early breakfast included OR prepare your own breakfast in the room.
Local Atmosphere
Exploding community, post-race pub atmosphere. The day before the race, many finishers meet at check-in for a briefing, to collect their bib + finisher T-shirt (always provided at HYROX). Be there as soon as check-in opens to avoid last-minute queues.
Specific Preparation for this Edition
Beyond the standard HYROX program (8-12 weeks of prep), adjust these variables for Dublin:
- Thermal acclimatization: if it's a hot edition (Marseille, Madrid, Lisbon), train 2x/week in a warm room (closed changing room) to get your body used to it.
- Pacing strategy: adapt the pace to the venue conditions (carpet vs hard floor, ceiling height for wall balls).
- Doubles team cohesion (if chosen format): at least 2 Doubles sessions to practice relay transitions.
Categories Available in Dublin
As everywhere, Open (lighter weights), Pro (full weights), Doubles (2 athletes alternating), and Relay (4 athletes) categories are offered. Check hyrox.com/ireland for available spots: popular editions sell out in 2-4 weeks after registrations open.
Race Day Checklist for HYROX Dublin
- Bib + race number collected the day before
- Flat shoes (Reebok Nano, Nike Metcon or equivalent) – no running shoes
- Technical attire (T-shirt + shorts or compression tights)
- 1L water + electrolytes
- Pre-race snack (banana + dates 60-90 min before start)
- Towel + bag for changing room
- Charged phone for finisher line photos