Trade organisation Running Industry Alliance (RIA) has announced a new partnership with the Irish Running Show, set to take place at a new venue, RDS Dublin, on February 6–7, 2027.
As part of the agreement, RIA will host a dedicated RIA Member Ireland Meet Up on February 6, 2027. The event will bring together retailers, brands, event organisers, community leaders, service providers and media from across the Irish running sector.
The collaboration aims to strengthen cross-border collaboration and expand RIA’s presence in Ireland following the NI Running Show held earlier this year.
Through the partnership, RIA will provide a structured networking meet-up for Ireland-based members, alongside industry insight sharing, platforms to amplify local businesses within its wider UK and European network, free tickets for RIA members, and exhibition stand discounts. Members will also receive access to the event’s Exhibitor Drinks Reception.
Becs Richardson, CEO of Running Industry Alliance, said “Ireland has a vibrant, passionate and ambitious running community, both at consumer and business level. Partnering with the Irish Running Show allows us to connect more deeply with our Ireland-based Members, support industry collaboration and create meaningful commercial conversations in-market. The RIA Ireland Meet Up will be about listening, connecting and building momentum together.”
Oonagh Cattigan, Founder and Event Director of the Irish Running Show, said “We’re absolutely delighted to be partnering with Running Industry Alliance again for 2027 and at our new event venue in Dublin. Collaboration is how this industry grows, and bringing RIA into the Irish Running Show strengthens the business-to-business (B2B) element of the event in a really meaningful way.
“Dublin is the perfect location to do this – it’s a dedicated and passionate running market with strong independent retailers, race organisers and brands who are ambitious about the future. Creating space for industry connection with RIA alongside the consumer show is a natural and exciting evolution for us.”
Running Industry Alliance is an independent trade organisation for the running industry, supporting businesses across retail, brands, events and services. Organised by Running Shows Ireland, the Irish Running Show serves as a consumer and business-to-business event for the country’s endurance sport market.
www.runningindustryalliance.com
www.runningshowsireland.com
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