Family Day Out
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All ages · up to 30 min · any budget
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Why it matchesExplore a tactile archaeological dig installation and interactive heritage exhibits at Waterford Treasures Museum.
Why it matchesHire bikes, child seats or buggy trailers and explore the scenic Waterford Greenway with tunnels, viaducts and sea views.
Why it matchesMeet farm animals, enjoy indoor soft play, outdoor play areas and the sand barn at this family-run farm.
Why it matchesHire bikes to cycle along the scenic 46km Waterford Greenway between Dungarvan and Waterford City.
Why it matchesAll Weather Golf is a family run business founded on a shared passion for the game.
Why it matchesSince opening, Ardmore Open Farm & Mini Zoo has grown steadily and is home to over 250 species of animals, including a variety of exotic residents.
Why it matchesExplore a daytime Halloween-themed woodland trail filled with friendly ghosts, ghouls, and eerie sounds.
Why it matchesJungle SUP have a range of experiences and locations, such as sunrise or sunset sessions in calm waters, cave exploration in Red Rock Cove, custom tours, lessons and more.
Why it matchesActivate Waterford is a locally owned family activity centre in the heart of Waterford City and a winner of "Best Indoor Leisure Facility".
Why it matchesThe soft play facilities at Pirates Adventure Play Centre provide children from 6 months to 10 years with a safe, supervised and comfortable facility for play, exercise and socialisation in a warm, dry and comfortable.
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Why it matchesWalk illuminated woodlands on Waterford Greenway with live performance, lights, fire and special effects.
Why it matchesGreenway Equestrian provides equine therapy and therapeutic riding sessions in the beautiful County Waterford countryside, all within the confines of Cullenagh Farm and Stables in Kilmeaden.
Why it matchesContemporary circus workshop for teenagers aged 13-18 exploring multidisciplinary circus skills in Ballybeg.
Why it matchesPaint your own ceramic Christmas ornaments together as a family in a relaxed, guided workshop.
Why it matchesSee decorated trucks and glowing tractors roll along the Quays in Waterford for a festive charitable parade.
Why it matchesThe Lit Festival is Ireland’s first festival of reading and writing run by young people, for young people and has been run as part of Waterford Youth Arts’ offering of programmes since 2017.
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