Dublin selects Marketplace Consulting for European style Christmas market contract

The Dublin City Council meeting held on July 1, 2025, focused on key developments in local infrastructure and community events. The meeting began with discussions on the West Bridge Street project, which is set to commence soon, with expectations for substantial completion by the end of the year. Council members emphasized the importance of incorporating community feedback into the project's next steps, highlighting its potential to enhance regional transportation and stimulate job growth.

Following this, the council addressed the selection of an operator for a proposed traditional European-style Christmas market. Emily Goliver presented the findings of the selection committee, which had evaluated responses to a Request for Proposals (RFP) issued earlier in the year. The committee unanimously recommended Marketplace Consulting LLC, citing the CEO's extensive experience in managing successful Christmas markets. The council was informed that the next phase would involve contract negotiations to define roles and responsibilities for the event's execution.

The meeting concluded without public comments on the Christmas market topic, and council members expressed their support for the recommendations made. The council's decisions reflect a commitment to enhancing community engagement through festive events while also advancing critical infrastructure projects.