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All ages · up to 60 min · any budget
Why it matchesFamilies can enjoy a festival of stories, music, and songs inspired by the Irish Rambling House tradition. There are performances, workshops, and events for children.
Why it matchesThis free street festival in Tralee has live music, street performers, circus acts, and interactive entertainment. There is a Wellness Zone, an archaeological experience, arts and crafts, and food stalls.
Why it matchesThis festival has parades, live music, street entertainment, circus acts, a carnival, fireworks, markets and traditional Irish entertainment. There is also a televised competition to find the Rose of Tralee.
Why it matchesThis festival has four days of circus workshops, shows, parades and fireworks in Tralee. There is plenty of skill and spectacle for everyone.
Why it matchesFamilies can explore nature with ecologists and guides, learning about local wildlife, plants, and folklore. Activities include pond dipping, climbing, and pedal boating.
Why it matchesTake a short trip on a diesel replica of the original Lartigue Monorail. See how the unique switching system works. Visit the museum to watch films and see models and displays about the railway.
Why it matchesFamilies can explore Ireland's largest working windmill, see how flour is made, and learn about Irish emigration. There is also a model railway and views of Tralee Bay Nature Reserve.
Why it matchesFamilies can explore the museum, see World War II exhibits, and board a replica flying boat. There is a 3D show about Irish coffee, and a chance to taste it. You can also see maritime exhibits and river views.
Why it matchesFamilies can wander through this garden with over 3,000 trees and shrubs, divided into sections for different European countries. There are monuments and a bust of the poet Schiller to see.
Why it matchesFamilies can take a ferry across the Shannon Estuary from Tarbert to Killimer, County Clare. You can also walk along the coast and see the Tarbert Lighthouse.
Why it matchesFamilies can see a statue of the original Rose of Tralee and her lover, surrounded by a rose garden. There is a glass wall with the names of all the festival Roses and the ballad's history.
Why it matchesThis garden in Tralee is designed to appeal to all five senses. You can see a Standing Stone, the Cauldron of the Dagda, and Bronze Age horns.
Why it matchesFamilies can enjoy a walk along the River Trail, a waymarked path of 4.5 km through the forest. It is open all year round.
Why it matchesFamilies can visit Foynes, a Coillte forest recreation site, for a walk in Newcastle West forest. There is a car park on site.
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