The Joyce Brothers Music Festival 2026
Why it matchesThis festival celebrates the Joyce brothers with music, song, dance, and history. It runs alongside a walking festival with family-friendly strolls.
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All ages · up to 60 min · any budget
Why it matchesThis festival celebrates the Joyce brothers with music, song, dance, and history. It runs alongside a walking festival with family-friendly strolls.
Why it matchesFamilies can pick from a variety of walks, including easy strolls, as part of the Ballyhoura Walking Festival. There is also a music festival with song, dance, and history.
Why it matchesFamilies can visit over 130 donkeys and mules at this open farm in north Cork. You can stroll along the walkways and meet the resident donkeys. Entry is free.
Why it matchesFamilies can meet farm animals, go on pony rides, play crazy golf, and explore nature trails. There is an indoor soft play area with electric tractors and a cafe with homemade food.
Why it matchesFamilies can explore the historic Doneraile Court and its expansive parklands. There are walking trails, a playground, and opportunities to spot deer and Kerry cattle.
Why it matchesFamilies can explore Farran Forest Park, see deer and various ducks, and let children enjoy the playground and adventure trail. There is also an ecology display centre.
Why it matchesFamilies can explore the large estate, enjoy the grand views, and see deer and rare breed Kerry cattle grazing.
Why it matchesFamilies can book a private chauffeur service for airport transfers or custom tours around Cork. Car seats are available for babies and young children.
Why it matchesFamilies can explore Blarney Castle and its themed gardens, including the tropical Fern Garden and the Poison Garden. There is also an ancient druidic settlement and witch's kitchen in the Rock Close.
Why it matchesTake a walk on the River Trail or the Beara Breifne trail through Island Wood, a Coillte forest recreation site. Check the Coillte page for current conditions.
Why it matchesFamilies can walk or cycle on waymarked trails through the forest. There are different lengths of walks and mountain bike trails to choose from.
Why it matchesFamilies can go for a walk in Castleblagh forest, with a choice of a shorter woodland trail or a longer route. It is open all year round.
Why it matchesFamilies can go for a short walk on the waymarked trail through Ardarou forest. It is a good spot for a bit of fresh air and to see nature.
Why it matchesFamilies can take a short walk through the woods to see the Mullinhassig waterfall. It is a good spot for a bit of fresh air and a stretch of the legs.
Why it matchesFamilies can go for a walk in Farran Forest Park, choosing from three waymarked trails of different lengths. It is open all year round.
Why it matchesCorrin is a Coillte forest recreation site with waymarked walking trails. Families can enjoy a short nature reserve walk or a longer forest trail.
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