Family Day Out
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All ages · up to 30 min · any budget
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Why it matchesHeadlined by Ireland's biggest-selling country music star Nathan Carter on Saturday August 29th, and one of Nashville's fastest-rising new artists, Braden Hull , on Sunday August 30th, Dublin City Council Ceol Country.
Why it matchesA guided neon painting session for children with music, a canvas, and free tea and biscuits.
Why it matchesStep into a world of wildlife at Dublin Zoo, one of Dublin City's most loved family attractions.
Why it matchesExplore quirky antique moving figures, vintage treasures and curious artefacts that celebrate craftsmanship, history and storytelling.
Why it matchesFamily fun day featuring a mobile petting farm, kids DJ, face painting, and BBQ at two Dublin venues on Sept 5.
Why it matchesThe centre provides a dedicated facility for climbing, bouldering and more.
Why it matchesToddler group at Coolock Library with play, songs and stories for young children and parents.
Why it matchesCelebrate the National Print Museum's 30th anniversary with live printing demonstrations and hands-on family workshops.
Why it matchesIncognito Escape Room – Old Dublin Wall, Dublin City, provides an immersive adventure for tourists and locals alike.
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.
These still match the search, but the options above have the clearest family fit.
Why it matchesPopular public playground located within Dublin's Phoenix Park, offering secure play equipment for children.
Why it matchesPure Magic Watersports Dublin is a water based activity centre that operates from the safe and sheltered Dollymount Strand in Clontarf, Dublin City.
Why it matchesA 90-minute beginner-friendly pottery workshop using air-dry clay, with tea, coffee, and biscuits included.
Why it matchesEnjoy family-friendly entertainment, tall ships, water sports, street theatre and craft workshops along the Liffey quays.
Why it matchesJ oin one of our expert guides for a specialised tour about the Great Famine and the Irish workhouse system.
Why it matchesBlessington Basin is a real secret garden, only a 15-minute walk from Upper O'Connell St. Go past Parnell Square on Frederick St which becomes Blessington St, where charming Georgian doors and features remain.
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