The Toy Library Swap & Play, Ballymun
Free family afternoon of toy swapping, play area and Halloween tattoos at Ballymun Civic Centre.
Plan your visit
Weather · Sat, 24 Oct
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Family practicalities
- Pram-friendly (likely)
- Baby changing (likely)
- Step-free access
- Toilets
What to expect
Register for a free ticket at Eventbrite
Date: Saturday 24th October
Time: 1-3pm
Location: Ballymun Civic Centre, Main Street, Ballymun, Dublin 9, D09 C8P5
Join us for a fun, family-friendly afternoon of toy swapping, play and a little Halloween spirit 🎃
The perfect occasion to have a great time with your family, swapping toys and having fun, while making a difference for your wallet and the planet. This family-friendly event features sustainable swaps, play, and a touch of Halloween fun to help reimagine how we consume and play. The event is open to everyone and completely free to attend. Recommended for ages 8 and under.
The Toy Library is a community of conscious families, proud parents, and happy children taking action for their future by freely recirculating toys instead of buying newly produced ones. Join at www.thetoylibrary.ie .
What to Expect at the Event
🌟 Toy Swap – Bring up to 5 toys in excellent condition (no broken or incomplete items) to donate or swap. Didn’t bring toys? That’s okay—feel free to take home any that catch your eye!
🚂 Play Area – Children can have fun discovering all the available toys, and play with them in the dedicated area! If they found something they like, they're free to bring it home.
🎃 Temporary Tattoo Station – Get into the Halloween spirit and choose from a range of spooky, fun designs. All tattoos are plastic-free, vegan and suitable for all ages!
How Does the Toy Swap Work?
Bring up to 5 toys (max) in very good condition. Something you'd be happy to offer to your own kids.
You don’t need to donate in order to take—everyone is welcome to participate!
About toys: please no extra-small or extra-large items (those can be listed on The Toy Library digital platform ). Only clean, fully functional, and complete items will be allowed. Have doubts? Think about a toy you’d be happy for your child to get.
Leftover toys will be donated to local charities and libraries.
More information
- Booking
- Booking required
- Time to allow
- 1-2 hours
- Listed by
- Dublin City Council Events