The Dublin City Neighbourhoods Competition is an annual competition for communities, schools and businesses in the city organised by Dublin City Council. The aim of the competition is to bring about a cleaner, greener environment and to make local areas more attractive for the benefit of all city residents and visitors. This year the Dublin City Neighbourhoods Competition will focus on Environmental Initiatives and Sustainability.
If you are a resident, business owner or a school based in the NEIC, and have undertaken a project to enhance your local area, you can enter the Dublin City Neighbourhoods Competition.
For further information on eligibility, or to fill out an entry form, click here.
All entries must include 4 photographs of their areas, which should give a general impression of the area and any improvements made. Photographs should have a name, address, location and contact details for the entrant attached.
All entries must include a sketch map, which clearly indicates the area to be judged and the location of any special features. Entries not including a sketch will not be considered
Completed Entry Forms must be signed by a Representative of the Association / Business / School.
Completed entry forms must be returned by email to cityneighbourhoodscentral@dublincity.ie
Entry forms to be received no later than 4pm on Friday May 8th 2026.
Judging will take place from Mid-May to Mid-June. On October 3rd 2026 at 5:30pm, results will be announced at the awards ceremony taking place at The Mansion House, Dawson Street, Dublin 2.