Family Day Out
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All ages · up to 30 min · any budget
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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.
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 matchesKey attractions include a good scare where demonic forces have taken root in the corn fields at Farmaphobia in Causey Farm, wander Between Musical Worlds at the Púca Festival or test your skills with Maleficent on the.
Why it matchesAura Leisure is home to Navan's only 25m swimming pool.
Why it matchesIndoor soft play, outdoor playgrounds and a petting farm for families.
Why it matchesVisit a working sheep farm to see animals, watch wool spinning demonstrations, and make a felt sheep to take home.
Why it matchesAn outdoor multi-activity adventure park in the grounds of Navan Racecourse in the Boyne Valley.
Why it matchesJoin the family-friendly Spooks Parade through Drogheda town centre, featuring local schools and youth groups.
These still match the search, but the options above have the clearest family fit.
Why it matchesEnjoy a family Halloween festival with pumpkin carving, magic shows, laser tag, inflatables, and go-karts.
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 matchesMeet farm animals, enjoy local food at the coffee shop and browse the farm shop in Ashbourne.
Why it matchesEnjoy family fishing lessons and guided boat fishing trips on lakes in County Meath with expert instruction.
Why it matchesWeekly circus arts workshops for children, teenagers, and young adults with autism and intellectual disabilities.
Why it matchesFeed and pet farm animals, explore the maze and sand pits, and play on toy tractors and go-karts.
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