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Things to do near Commeen

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9 strong matches for your family · plus 15 more nearby Live listings from Fáilte Ireland and Heritage Ireland
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Lurgybrack Open Farm

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Why it matchesAt Lurgybrack Open Farm, families can see and feed farm animals, cuddle rabbits, and enjoy a playground, sandpit, and barrel train. There's also a riverside walk.

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Bernard McGlinchey Town Park

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Why it matchesThis town park has a playground, a pump track for bikes and scooters, and walking trails. There are picnic spots and a sculpture trail to explore.

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Tropical World

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Why it matchesSee hundreds of free-flying butterflies, exotic birds, lemurs, marmosets, owls, meerkats, sloths, and toucans. There is also an indoor play park, moving dinosaurs, and a bug and reptile room.

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Oakfest 2026

Sat 5 Sept 2026 – Sun 6 Sept 2026 · Check official times About 35 min drive €52
Suits all ages Mostly outdoor Booking available

Why it matchesOakfest is a music festival with a mix of tribute acts and original bands. There is also children's entertainment and food stalls.

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Grassroutes

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Why it matchesHire bikes, including electric bikes, children's bikes, and buggies, to explore Donegal. They deliver the bikes to you and provide mapped routes.

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Mary From Dungloe International Arts Festival 2026

Sat 25 Jul 2026 – Mon 3 Aug 2026 · Check official times About 35 min drive Free
Suits all ages Indoor & outdoor Booking available

Why it matchesThis festival in Dungloe, Donegal, offers ten days of live music, arts, culture, and family entertainment. There are concerts, street celebrations, and cultural events.

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Ballymacool Town Park

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Why it matchesThis town park has a big play area and a multi-use games area for children. There are also picnic spots and nice walks where you can see plants and wildlife.

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Ionad Cois Locha

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Why it matchesFamilies can watch craft demonstrations, tour a cottage, take a boat trip with folklore, and children have plenty of activities like rope climbing, bumper cars, and a playground.

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Oakfield Park

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Why it matchesFamilies can explore the parklands, woodlands, and lakeside, spot wildlife, find sculptures, and try the hedge maze. There are train rides and a castle folly to see.

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Fintown Railway

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Why it matchesTake a five-kilometre return trip on a narrow gauge railway along the shores of Lough Finn, enjoying the highland scenery.

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Glenveagh Castle Gardens

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Why it matchesExplore the Victorian gardens at Glenveagh Castle, with a walled garden, pleasure gardens, and various themed areas like the Italian Terrace. See a wide range of trees, shrubs, and rhododendrons.

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Lower Cranny

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Why it matchesExplore the romantic gardens of Lower Cranny, with a lake, tree-lined walks, a wildflower meadow, bluebell woods, and a fairy ring.

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Inis Fraoigh (Inishfree Island)

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Why it matchesTake a ferry to this small island to see the flowers and learn about its history. You can also go sea angling, boating, or diving.

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Glenveagh National Park and Castle

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Why it matchesExplore a castle and its gardens, with lakes, mountains, and woods. Look out for red deer and golden eagles. Have lunch or coffee in the tearooms.

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Malaidh Ghleann Gheis (Glengesh Pass)

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Why it matchesFamilies can take in the views of the tree-lined valley at Glengesh Pass. There is a coffee truck nearby for a hot drink.

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Donegal Castle

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