There is a pre Brewcon shindig being organised (see this thread - http://www.nationalhomebrewclub.ie/forum/members-only-area/the-big-brewcon-homebrew-meetup) Wednesday 26th April. Looks like it's going to be a good get together.
There is a sign up sheet on the linked thread above. I have to try to juggle a few things around but hopefully I'll be able to make it.
Mick