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All ages · up to 30 min · any budget
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Why it matchesEnjoy magical plant demonstrations, pumpkin displays, puzzles, games, and family fun at the National Botanic Gardens.
Why it matchesAt one of Dublin’s biggest festivals, the ordinary fades into the shadows and the extraordinary comes to life.
Why it matchesIreland's largest zoo in Phoenix Park, home to over 400 animals across themed habitats, daily keeper talks and playgrounds.
Why it matchesEnjoy the hit musical adaptation of Roald Dahl's Matilda live on stage at the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre.
Why it matchesImmersive family Halloween trail at Malahide Castle with costumed characters, storytelling, and a Samhain village.
Why it matchesStep into a world of wildlife at Dublin Zoo, one of Dublin City's most loved family attractions.
Why it matchesEnjoy hands-on STEM experiments, live demonstrations and interactive science exhibits at the Rediscovery Centre.
Why it matchesEnjoy an enchanted woodland walk, meet Halloween characters, ride the Spookwood Express and pick a pumpkin.
Why it matchesThe centre provides a dedicated facility for climbing, bouldering and more.
Why it matchesSituated on the Tolka River between Glasnevin and Drumcondra and just downstream from the National Botanic Gardens, in Dublin City, Griffith Park extends to 7.5 hectares.
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Why it matchesIncognito Escape Room – Old Dublin Wall, Dublin City, provides an immersive adventure for tourists and locals alike.
Why it matchesIreland's iconic festive amusement park featuring thrilling rides, family attractions, shows, and prize stalls.
Why it matchesEnjoy a vintage bus tea tour around Dublin exploring Samhain origins, followed by a guided historical tour of Glasnevin Cemetery.
Why it matchesIt is a time when readers and writers meet in fantastic local cultural spaces such as Rathfarnham Castle, Clondalkin Round Tower, Parthalán Place, Rathcoole Courthouse and many more.
Why it matchesEnjoy upcycled scarecrows, family activities, puppet shows, storytelling, and face painting in the community gardens.
Why it matchesFree family-friendly Día de los Muertos celebration at Swords Castle with music, food, altar displays, storytelling, and a screening of Coco.
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