Irish Funds Annual Global Funds Conference 2026

The Irish Funds Annual Global Funds Conference returns in person on Thursday, 1 October 2026 at The Convention Centre Dublin, Spencer Dock.

As a leading event in the international funds and asset management calendar, it attracts over 500 senior participants from across the global funds community.

This year's theme, 'Ireland: Powering the Global Investment Future' will spotlight Ireland’s expanding role as a global centre for investment funds, including private assets and ETF innovation.

Coinciding with Ireland’s Presidency of the Council of the European Union, this year’s conference takes place at a pivotal time as Europe prioritises competitiveness, capital markets development, and regulatory simplification.

Attendees can expect high-profile keynote speakers, expert panels, and presentations addressing key industry trends, including the rapid growth of ETFs, Ireland’s developing private assets ecosystem, the Savings and Investments Union, financial literacy, and evolving regulatory and operational landscapes. Additional sessions will cover digital assets, tokenisation, and the future of cross-border investments.

We are delighted to confirm keynote contributions from:

• Micheál Martin, Taoiseach (Prime Minister of Ireland)

• Gabriel Makhlouf, Governor of the Central Bank of Ireland

• Maria Luís Albuquerque, European Commissioner for Financial Services and the Savings and Investments Union

Additional speakers and the full agenda will continue to be announced in the coming weeks.

Online registration is now open.

Throughout the day, there will be extensive networking opportunities with peers, clients, and industry leaders in the large exhibition area. The conference concludes with a drinks reception - an ideal setting to continue conversations and strengthen connections.

Pre-Conference Events - Golf & Tennis

Taking place the day before the conference on Wednesday, 30 September, will be the Irish Funds Social Golf Day, which will run concurrently with the Irish Funds Social Tennis Day. Both of these pre-conference events are optional extra activities, and are available to book when registering as a delegate via the conference booking page.

There are 2 ways to book places at the Golf Day:

Individual bookings online: single places can be reserved as an optional extra when purchasing a ticket for the Annual Conference 2026. Irish Funds will allocate single bookings into 4-ball teams on the day.

4-ball Teams from individual firms can be booked directly by emailing a request to events@irishfunds.ie.

Partner With Impact: Sponsorship & Exhibiting Opportunities
Sponsoring or exhibiting at the Irish Funds Annual Conference places your organisation at the centre of the global funds industry, with access to 500+ senior decision-makers. Gain strong brand visibility, valuable networking opportunities, and a platform to showcase your expertise - aligning your brand with key conversations shaping the future of financial services. For more information, download our sponsorship pack or contact events@irishfunds.ie.

Ticket Information

• Online Registration: Member €1,400 / Non Member €1,600

• On-Site Registration: Member €1,500 / Non Member €1,700