Family Day Out
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All ages · up to 30 min · any budget
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Why it matchesAt one of Dublin’s biggest festivals, the ordinary fades into the shadows and the extraordinary comes to life.
Why it matchesKids make a sports teddy bear in a workshop, dress it in a GAA kit, and take a family stadium tour.
Why it matchesIreland's largest zoo in Phoenix Park, home to over 400 animals across themed habitats, daily keeper talks and playgrounds.
Why it matchesImmersive family Halloween trail at Malahide Castle with costumed characters, storytelling, and a Samhain village.
Why it matchesFree family afternoon of toy swapping, play area and Halloween tattoos at Ballymun Civic Centre.
Why it matchesIreland's iconic festive amusement park featuring thrilling rides, family attractions, shows, and prize stalls.
Why it matchesJoin a fun Halloween-themed air-dry clay pottery workshop for families and beginners.
Why it matchesFree Halloween deep-sea event with spooky creatures and plastic pollution monsters for children aged 6 to 12.
Why it matchesStep into a world of wildlife at Dublin Zoo, one of Dublin City's most loved family attractions.
Why it matchesSurfdock Watersports offer a unique combination of activities with a shop for all the equipment to go with it.
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These still match the search, but the options above have the clearest family fit.
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.
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 guided 90-minute neon painting art party for children aged 4 and up with free tea and biscuits.
Why it matchesEnjoy hands-on STEM experiments, live demonstrations and interactive science exhibits at the Rediscovery Centre.
Why it matchesFree family-friendly Día de los Muertos celebration at Swords Castle with music, food, altar displays, storytelling, and a screening of Coco.
Why it matchesEnjoy a festive 45-minute ice-skating session with twinkling lights, holiday music, and skate aids for little ones.
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