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Irish Daily Mirror
24-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Daily Mirror
Currys brings the heat to Dublin Comic Con as 'Official Gaming Partner'
Tech retailer Currys has announced its partnership with Dublin Comic Con as the Official Gaming Partner for the summer 2025 edition of Ireland's biggest pop culture and fandom celebration. Taking place on August 9 and 10 at the Convention Centre in Dublin, this year's event is expected to welcome more than 20,000 attendees. Currys said it is bringing the heat with an exciting and immersive gaming presence spread across multiple zones inside the venue. READ MORE: I tested Xgimi MoGo 4 to see can a portable projector deliver enough entertainment on the go READ MORE: Honor 400 Lite review: premium iPhone styling and excellent battery life for less than €300 Adding to the excitement, Currys Gaming Ambassador Chris O'Gara, better known as The Gara Show, will take to the main stage to host an interactive panel alongside a line-up of popular content creators. Online streamer 'JollyHolly' announces Currys as the Official Gaming Partner for the 2025 summer edition of Dublin Comic Con (Image: Photocall Ireland) The firm said they will dive into the latest in gaming culture, community dynamics, and fan engagement, all while bringing plenty of energy and laughs to the crowd. Attendees can also look forward to exclusive giveaways and top tech prizes, ensuring this is one of the must-see highlights of the weekend. The company also said its expert Gaming Staff will be on-site across all activations, ready to answer questions, provide demos and assist fans in finding the perfect gear for their gaming needs. The Currys zones at Comic Con 2025 will be: Currys PC Tower Activation – A striking visual and interactive experience for attendees in the main foyer, showcasing the best in PC gaming tech. Currys Gaming Floor – Taking over all of Floor 2, this dedicated area will highlight the latest in gaming hardware, experiences, and innovations from Currys. Interactive Game Activation – Located in the Gaming Hall, visitors will have the chance to participate in fun challenges and win exclusive Currys prizes. What was said 'We're incredibly excited to be part of Dublin Comic Con this summer,' said Jaimie Cantwell, Head of Brand and Marketing at Currys Ireland. 'It's the perfect opportunity to connect with fans and gamers across Ireland, showcase cutting-edge gaming technology, and celebrate the vibrant culture that defines Comic Con.' 'We're thrilled to welcome Currys as the official Gaming Floor Partner of DCC,' said Karl Walsh, co-founder of Dublin Comic Con. 'Gaming has been a core part of DCC since the very beginning, and partnering with Ireland's leading tech and gaming retailer allows us to deliver an even bigger and better experience for our attendees!' Subscribe to our newsletter for the latest news from the Irish Mirror direct to your inbox: Sign up here.
The Irish Sun
15-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Gamer stars confirmed for Dublin's Comic Con line-up with brand-new gaming floor partner
GAMER Jolly Holly will be one of the stars at Comic Con which comes to Dublin's Convention Centre next month. Streamer Holly will be cosplaying iconic character Tifa Lockhart from Final Fantasy 7 at the Convention Centre on August 9 and 10. Advertisement 3 Online streamer Jolly Holly will be at Dublin Comic Con next month Credit: Photocall Ireland 3 Over 20,000 are due at the event, which will also feature The Gara Show Credit: Photocall Ireland 3 Currys has been announced as the event's official gaming partner Credit: Photocall Ireland Over 20,000 attendees are expected at the two-day event, sponsored by leading tech retailer Currys. This year's edition will feature attractions including a gaming floor highlighting the latest in games hardware and innovations. And Gaming Ambassador Chris O'Gara, better known as The Gara Show, will take to the main stage to host an interactive panel alongside a line-up of popular content creators. Together, they'll dive into the latest in gaming culture, community dynamics, and fan engagement, all while bringing plenty of energy and laughs to the crowd. Advertisement READ MORE IN TECH Attendees can also look forward to exclusive giveaways and top tech prizes, making this a must-see highlight of the weekend. Jaimie Cantwell, Head of Brand and Marketing at Currys Ireland, said: "We're incredibly excited to be part of Dublin Comic Con this summer. "It's the perfect opportunity to connect with fans and gamers across Ireland, showcase cutting-edge gaming technology, and celebrate the vibrant culture that defines Comic Con." While Karl Walsh, co-founder of Dublin Comic Con added: "We're thrilled to welcome Currys as the official Gaming Floor Partner of DCC. Advertisement MOST READ IN THE IRISH SUN "Gaming has been a core part of DCC since the very beginning, and partnering with Ireland's leading tech and gaming retailer allows us to deliver an even bigger and better experience for our attendees!" Big name guests signing at Comic Con include Frank Miller, Jamie Campbell Bower, John De Lance, Vincent D'Onofrio, Ross Marquand, Tina Carrere and Mark Rolston. For updates, follow Currys on Instagram and TikTok for sneak peeks and behind-the-scenes content during Dublin Comic Con 2025.
