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All ages · up to 60 min · any budget
Why it matchesFamilies can enjoy an evening of music and a fireworks display at Millennium Park to celebrate Halloween. The music starts at 6:30pm, with fireworks from 7:30pm.
Why it matchesDublin's streets become a playground with street performances, interactive shows, themed activities, and creative workshops. Each weekend offers a new adventure.
Why it matchesThis festival offers a range of Halloween-themed activities across Meath. Families can pick pumpkins, explore adventure centres, or try a daytime 'Tricky Trail'. Teenagers might prefer the 'After Dark' events or Farmaphobia.
Why it matchesThis free family festival has a sensory-friendly opening, a family party, and a fireworks display. There is also an open water swimming event.
Why it matchesThis free festival at Leopardstown Racecourse offers a family-friendly celebration of creativity and invention. There are over 70 maker stands, 15 large outdoor exhibits, and interactive workshops.
Why it matchesThis is a Halloween festival at Bremore Castle with music and a fireworks display. The music starts at 6:30pm and the fireworks begin at 7:30pm.
Why it matchesEnjoy four days of family entertainment at the Rush Harbour Festival, featuring food and craft fairs, beach activities, live music, workshops, sensory spaces and the spectacular Fingal Rush Airshow. Events take place across Rush during the August Bank Holiday weekend, with most daytime activities available free of charge.
Why it matchesSee Drogheda's buildings lit up with stories of ancient myths and legends. There will also be street performers like fire performers and stiltwalkers.
Why it matchesEmerald Park has thrill rides, a junior area, playgrounds, shows, and a zoo with over 250 animals including big cats and birds of prey. Families can ride roller coasters or explore Dino Dash.
Why it matchesFamilies can visit a range of domestic and zoo animals, including alpacas, meerkats, and lemurs. There are three playgrounds, a bouncy castle, go karts, adventure golf, and an indoor soft play area.
Why it matchesFamilies can explore an 18th-century Georgian house with period furniture and a Museum of Curiosities. There is also a working farm with animals like ponies, piglets, and goats, and seasonal events.
Why it matchesTake a 1.5 hour tour of Olly's Farm to see organic fruit and vegetable growing and meet the farm animals. You can also try a 3 hour beekeeping experience.
Why it matchesFamilies can explore a big hedge maze and a wooden maze, with an adventure trail, zip wire, assault course, and crazy golf. There is a play area for toddlers.
Why it matchesFamilies can explore a working farm with animals, play areas, and rides like the Blue Barrel Express and Tractor Trailer Ride. There are indoor and outdoor picnic spots and farm walks.
Why it matchesFamilies can explore a working farm, learn about Irish farming history, and get hands-on with friendly animals by bottle-feeding, holding, and petting them. There is also a coffee shop and picnic areas.
Why it matchesFamilies can explore habitats with over 400 animals, including elephants, giraffes, gorillas, and orangutans. There are daily keeper talks and seasonal events.
Why it matchesThis is a puppet show with songs based on the Tales From Acorn Wood books. You will see Fox, Rabbit, Pig, Hen, and Postman Bear. The show is 55 minutes long with no interval.
Why it matchesWatch a live sheepdog demonstration in a field next to Johnnie Fox's Pub. You'll see border collies working with a farmer to herd Wicklow Cheviot sheep, showing their skill and intelligence.
Why it matchesThis is a family-friendly event where you can see guests from movies and comics, and find Pokemon cards and other collectibles.
Why it matchesFamilies can explore Ashtown Castle, wander through the Victorian walled garden, enjoy woodland walks, have a picnic, and let the children play in the universal-access playground. The visitor centre has an exhibition on the park's history.
Why it matchesFamilies can explore the Phoenix Park, which is a very large park with deer, walking and cycling routes. It is also home to Dublin Zoo and Áras an Uachtaráin.
Why it matchesHire a campervan to explore Ireland. Choose a smaller one that drives like a car or a larger one with a kitchen and shower. Both sleep two adults and two children.
Why it matchesHire bikes, including electric bikes, kids' trailers and seats, to explore North County Dublin and Fingal. Helmets and high-vis waistcoats are provided for safety.
Why it matchesTake a road train tour around Malahide village, stopping at the shops and restaurants, the beach, and Malahide Castle and Gardens. The castle has a playground, fairy trail, and butterfly house.
Why it matchesHire bikes for all the family and cycle along the Grand Canal Greenway. You can explore the history and nature of the canal at your own pace.
Why it matchesTake a two-hour boat trip from Howth to see the coast and look for wildlife like seals, dolphins, and seabirds. The route depends on the weather and tides.
Why it matchesExplore the castle and its Victorian gardens, find fairies on the trail, or play in the playground. There is a cafe for a bite to eat.
Why it matchesFamilies can step back in time at the Battle of the Boyne Visitor Centre and meet 17th-century soldiers, musketeers, and other historical figures. There will be a chance to see what life was like for a soldier and learn about the period.
Why it matchesFamilies can step back in time to the 17th century at the Battle of the Boyne Visitor Centre. You can meet soldiers, musketeers, and other historical figures, and see what life was like back then.
Why it matchesFamilies can explore these restored Victorian walled gardens, including a kitchen garden and an ornamental garden. There is also a sensory therapeutic trail. They run nature-based workshops for children.
Why it matchesFamilies can explore the remains of Donadea Castle and its walled gardens, see the church and tower, and spot ducks on the lake. There are woodland walks and a nature trail to enjoy.
Why it matchesFamilies can explore the eco-centre and gardens, learn about organic farming, and walk the river and nature trail. It is a good spot for youth groups and schools.
Why it matchesThis is a big indoor inflatable park with slides, obstacle courses, and dodgeball. There is a separate area for toddlers. It can be noisy.
Why it matchesFamilies can enjoy horse racing with views of the Wicklow Mountains, Killiney Hill, and the Irish Sea. There are indoor and outdoor facilities for children.
Why it matchesChildren can enjoy adventure play in the magic castle with slides and climbing frames. There are also indoor boat rides and an 'inflazone' for sports like football and basketball.
Why it matchesFamilies can explore these Victorian flower gardens, see the ornamental lake with birds, have a picnic, and let the children play in the playground.
Why it matchesFamilies can enjoy a stroll through this historic Victorian park, spot waterfowl on the lake, find sculptures, or let the kids play in the playground.
Why it matchesThis two-day festival in Naas celebrates Kildare's food and drink. Families can try local produce, watch cooking demonstrations, and listen to live music.
Why it matchesFamilies can enjoy the Blessington Lakes for swimming, boating, and fishing. There are also walking opportunities around the lake.
Why it matchesSee antique moving figures, vintage treasures and curious artefacts. Meet Fred the Hero Dog and see an 1800s dolls' house.
Why it matchesDublin by Dusk is a monthly event on the last Thursday of each month. Various city centre businesses and cultural spots stay open late with special offers, pop-up events, and family-friendly activities.
Why it matchesThis is a food market in the grounds of Swords Castle. You can buy fresh produce, baking, and preserves from local sellers. There are also storytelling and workshops in the Chapel.
Why it matchesThis is a food market in the grounds of the Casino Model Railway Museum in Malahide. You can meet local farmers and producers and buy fresh food, baking, and preserves.
Why it matchesThis is an outdoor food fair with over 22 stalls selling local produce, cheeses, cakes, and bread. There will be live music and talks on ancient cures and curses, and herbs and hexes.
Why it matchesExplore an 18th-century ornamental farm with follies, lakes, and tree-lined avenues. Discover decorative buildings and farm animals in a landscaped parkland.
Why it matchesFamilies can explore the beautiful plant collections and historic glasshouses at the National Botanic Gardens. It is a calm green space near Dublin city centre.
Why it matchesExplore the walled garden with its different areas like a rose garden, white garden, and a working vegetable patch. You can see exotic plants in the greenhouse and have a picnic on the lawns.
Why it matchesRUA RED is an arts centre with workshops, exhibitions, and film screenings. Families can pick up an explorers gallery pack for children or attend music classes.
Why it matchesTake a trip on the historic Old Liffey Ferry, once known as the Dockers Ferry. You will hear tales of tall ships, pirates, and local wildlife as you travel through Dublin's Docklands.
Why it matchesFamilies can explore Rathfarnham Castle, an Elizabethan fortified house that became a country villa. You can see musket loops from its defensive past and admire the elegant rooms.
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