Family things to do near Blanchardstown, Co. Dublin

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Family Day: A Giant Colour Map

Sat 7 Nov 2026 · 12:30 Blanchardstown · Dublin About 5 min drive Free
AgesBest for ages 4-9Allow1-2 hoursSettingIndoor activityBookingBooking available

Why it matchesJoin a fun, hands-on family art workshop to create individual maps and combine them into one giant collaborative artwork.

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Ice Skating Blanchardstown

74 dates between Fri 13 Nov and Mon 1 Feb 2027 · Check official times Blanchardstown · Dublin 2 min drive €18
AgesSuits all agesAllow1-2 hoursSettingMostly outdoorBookingBooking available

Why it matchesEnjoy Ireland's largest covered real ice rink at Blanchardstown with family skate aids and toddler options.

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Dublin Zoo

Open dates vary · Check official times Dublin About 5 min drive From free
AgesSuitable for families; no specific age range is statedSettingIndoor & outdoorBookingBooking available

Why it matchesStep into a world of wildlife at Dublin Zoo, one of Dublin City's most loved family attractions.

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Let's Talk Science Festival 2026

Sat 7 Nov 2026 · 11:00 The Rediscovery Centre · Dublin About 10 min drive Free
AgesSuits all agesAllow2-3 hoursSettingIndoor & outdoorBookingBooking available

Why it matchesEnjoy hands-on STEM experiments, live demonstrations and interactive science exhibits at the Rediscovery Centre.

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AquaZone

Open dates vary · Check official times Dublin 3 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesAquaZone waterpark is one of Ireland’s most popular attractions with multiple fantastic rides, slides and experiences making it one of the most popular indoor attractions for kids and families in Ireland.

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Flip

Tue 3 Nov 2026 · Check official times Tallaght · Dublin About 15 min drive €6
AgesBest for ages 4-11Allowunder an hourSettingIndoor activityBookingBooking required

Why it matchesA 40-minute breakdance and contemporary dance performance for children aged 4 and up at the Civic Theatre.

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Gravity Climbing Centre

Open dates vary · Check official times Dublin About 10 min drive Check price
AgesBest from age 7+SettingIndoor & outdoorBookingBooking required

Why it matchesGravity Climbing Centre has a large variety of indoor climbing walls, with something for absolutely everyone regardless of age, from complete beginners to international climbing stars.

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Coolock Toddler Group

18 dates between Mon 10 Aug and Thu 8 Oct 2026 · Check official times Coolock · Dublin 17 min drive Check price
AgesBest for toddlers with a parent or guardianAllowunder an hourSettingIndoor activityBookingNo booking needed

Why it matchesToddler group at Coolock Library with play, songs and stories for young children and parents.

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Ashtown Stables

Open dates vary · Check official times Dublin About 5 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesAshtown Stables is proud to offer Dublin's most central trail riding facility, only 20 minutes from the city centre.

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Neon Painting: Kids Morning

Sat 7 Nov 2026 · 12:00 This Must Be The Place · Dublin About 10 min drive €18.13
AgesBest for ages 4 and upAllow1-2 hoursSettingIndoor activityBookingBooking available

Why it matchesA fun family neon painting workshop with canvas, materials, music, and free tea and biscuits.

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The Addams Family

Tue 10 Nov 2026 – Sat 14 Nov 2026 · 19:30 Blanchardstown · Dublin About 5 min drive €25
AgesBest for ages 8 and upAllow2-3 hoursSettingIndoor activityBookingBooking available

Why it matchesEnjoy Coolmine Musical Society's comedy musical production of The Addams Family.

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Romeo & Juliet, Ballet Ireland

Fri 4 Dec 2026 – Sat 5 Dec 2026 · Times vary by day Blanchardstown · Dublin About 5 min drive €30
AgesBest for ages 8 and upAllow2-3 hoursSettingIndoor activityBookingBooking available

Why it matchesBallet Ireland performs a powerful production of Romeo & Juliet, featuring contemporary choreography and Prokofiev's score.

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