Family Day Out
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All ages · up to 30 min · any budget
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Why it matchesHorse riding lessons and pony camps for children and teenagers in Skerries, County Dublin.
Why it matchesFamilies can try out a range of outdoor adventure activities like high ropes, zip lines, climbing walls, paintball, archery, and fishing. There are options for different ages and skill levels.
Why it matchesthe adventures that await you at Flynn Park Outdoor Adventures in Balbriggan, County Dublin.
Why it matchesThe Festival of Fire at Bremore Castle, Balbriggan kicks off with an electrifying musical prelude from 6.30pm that will set the mood for an unforgettable night.
Why it matchesA family play centre on a working farm outside Garristown, with two indoor soft play areas, two outdoor playgrounds, an indoor petting barn, paddocks and an enclosed duck pond.
Why it matchesHalloween craft workshop with Kim Jenkinson at Balbriggan Library, part of the Fingal Home of Halloween festival.
Why it matchesArdgillan Castle and Demesne is approx 32km north of Dublin City.
Why it matchesA visit to Funtasia Theme Park Drogheda in County Louth, will enchant small children, thrill teenagers, delight Mum and Dad and even keep Granny happy.
Why it matchesExplore historic windmills and a watermill on a guided tour, try grinding corn, and visit the café and craft shop.
Why it matchesJoin Jenny McNally for a fascinating 1.5 hour tour of the McNally Family Farm, a 99 acre organic horticultural farm in North County Dublin.
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Why it matchesEuropean-level killers. Elite athletes from across Europe.
Why it matchesJoin the family-friendly Spooks Parade through Drogheda town centre, featuring local schools and youth groups.
Why it matchesRent standard, electric and kids bikes, trailers or seats for cycling adventures around North County Dublin.
Why it matchesExplore quirky antique moving figures, vintage treasures and curious artefacts that celebrate craftsmanship, history and storytelling.
Why it matchesThe Festival of Fire kicks off with an electrifying musical prelude from 6.30pm that will set the mood for an unforgettable night.
Why it matchesHeadlined by Ireland's biggest-selling country music star Nathan Carter on Saturday August 29th, and one of Nashville's fastest-rising new artists, Braden Hull , on Sunday August 30th, Dublin City Council Ceol Country.
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