Family Day Out
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All ages · up to 30 min · any budget
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Why it matchesJust two minutes from Newgrange Interpretive Centre in County Meath, Red Mountain Open Farm is made up of two adjoining working farms.
Why it matchesJoin the family-friendly Spooks Parade through Drogheda town centre, featuring local schools and youth groups.
Why it matchesA visit to Funtasia Theme Park Drogheda in County Louth, will enchant small children, thrill teenagers, delight Mum and Dad and even keep Granny happy.
Why it matchesVisit a working sheep farm to see animals, watch wool spinning demonstrations, and make a felt sheep to take home.
Why it matchesWeekly circus arts workshops for children, teenagers, and young adults with autism and intellectual disabilities.
Why it matchesAura offers everybody, no matter your age or fitness level, the opportunity to improve your health and fitness as well as have fun.
Why it matchesFeed and pet farm animals, explore the maze and sand pits, and play on toy tractors and go-karts.
Why it matchesAn easy family woodland walk with widened pram-friendly paths, picnic tables and play obstacles among the trees.
Why it matchesAt Emerald Park, which is situated in Ashbourne and just a 30 minute drive from Dublin, there is something for the whole family to enjoy.
Why it matchesA family play centre on a working farm outside Garristown, with two indoor soft play areas, two outdoor playgrounds, an indoor petting barn, paddocks and an enclosed duck pond.
These still match the search, but the options above have the clearest family fit.
Why it matchesIndoor soft play, outdoor playgrounds and a petting farm for families.
Why it matchesFamilies can try out a range of outdoor adventure activities like high ropes, zip lines, climbing walls, paintball, archery, and fishing. There are options for different ages and skill levels.
Why it matchesThe Lú Festival of Light returns this October with new stories, new legends and brand new animations.
Why it matchesThe Festival of Fire at Bremore Castle, Balbriggan kicks off with an electrifying musical prelude from 6.30pm that will set the mood for an unforgettable night.
Why it matchesthe adventures that await you at Flynn Park Outdoor Adventures in Balbriggan, County Dublin.
Why it matchesJoin us for our Farmer's Market. Why not plan your meals for the week and pick up fresh meat (all grass fed and organic) and treats from local food producers?.
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