Family Day Out
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All ages · up to 30 min · any budget
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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.
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 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 matchesIndoor soft play, outdoor playgrounds and a petting farm for families.
Why it matchesMeet farm animals, enjoy local food at the coffee shop and browse the farm shop in Ashbourne.
Why it matchesThe centre provides a dedicated facility for climbing, bouldering and more.
Why it matchesAn easy family woodland walk with widened pram-friendly paths, picnic tables and play obstacles among the trees.
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 matchesthe adventures that await you at Flynn Park Outdoor Adventures in Balbriggan, County Dublin.
Why it matchesBroadmeadow Equestrian Centre, an AIRE approved riding centre, can be found near the town of Ashbourne in County Meath and is conveniently located just 15 minutes from Dublin Airport, and 25 minutes from Dublin City.
These still match the search, but the options above have the clearest family fit.
Why it matchesFamous Meath racecourse featuring a large outdoor playground and weekend Kids Club alongside race fixtures.
Why it matchesJoin the family-friendly Spooks Parade through Drogheda town centre, featuring local schools and youth groups.
Why it matchesThe Festival of Fire kicks off with an electrifying musical prelude from 6.30pm that will set the mood for an unforgettable night.
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 matchesHorse riding lessons and pony camps for children and teenagers in Skerries, County Dublin.
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.
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