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All ages · up to 60 min · any budget
Why it matchesThis is a Halloween festival at Bremore Castle with music and a fireworks display. The music starts at 6:30pm and the fireworks begin at 7:30pm.
Why it matchesSee Drogheda's buildings lit up with stories of ancient myths and legends. There will also be street performers like fire performers and stiltwalkers.
Why it matchesEnjoy four days of family entertainment at the Rush Harbour Festival, featuring food and craft fairs, beach activities, live music, workshops, sensory spaces and the spectacular Fingal Rush Airshow. Events take place across Rush during the August Bank Holiday weekend, with most daytime activities available free of charge.
Why it matchesThis free family festival has a sensory-friendly opening, a family party, and a fireworks display. There is also an open water swimming event.
Why it matchesThis festival offers a range of Halloween-themed activities across Meath. Families can pick pumpkins, explore adventure centres, or try a daytime 'Tricky Trail'. Teenagers might prefer the 'After Dark' events or Farmaphobia.
Why it matchesFamilies can enjoy an evening of music and a fireworks display at Millennium Park to celebrate Halloween. The music starts at 6:30pm, with fireworks from 7:30pm.
Why it matchesFamilies can explore a working farm with animals, play areas, and rides like the Blue Barrel Express and Tractor Trailer Ride. There are indoor and outdoor picnic spots and farm walks.
Why it matchesFamilies can explore a working farm, learn about Irish farming history, and get hands-on with friendly animals by bottle-feeding, holding, and petting them. There is also a coffee shop and picnic areas.
Why it matchesEmerald Park has thrill rides, a junior area, playgrounds, shows, and a zoo with over 250 animals including big cats and birds of prey. Families can ride roller coasters or explore Dino Dash.
Why it matchesFamilies can explore an 18th-century Georgian house with period furniture and a Museum of Curiosities. There is also a working farm with animals like ponies, piglets, and goats, and seasonal events.
Why it matchesThis is a family-friendly event where you can see guests from movies and comics, and find Pokemon cards and other collectibles.
Why it matchesExplore the castle and its Victorian gardens, find fairies on the trail, or play in the playground. There is a cafe for a bite to eat.
Why it matchesFamilies can step back in time at the Battle of the Boyne Visitor Centre and meet 17th-century soldiers, musketeers, and other historical figures. There will be a chance to see what life was like for a soldier and learn about the period.
Why it matchesFamilies can step back in time to the 17th century at the Battle of the Boyne Visitor Centre. You can meet soldiers, musketeers, and other historical figures, and see what life was like back then.
Why it matchesHire bikes, including electric bikes, kids' trailers and seats, to explore North County Dublin and Fingal. Helmets and high-vis waistcoats are provided for safety.
Why it matchesTake a road train tour around Malahide village, stopping at the shops and restaurants, the beach, and Malahide Castle and Gardens. The castle has a playground, fairy trail, and butterfly house.
Why it matchesHire bikes, including electric bikes, kids' bikes, trailers, and seats, to cycle the Boyne Valley Greenway. Pick up from Navan or Park Beo, or get them delivered nationwide.
Why it matchesTake a two-hour boat trip from Howth to see the coast and look for wildlife like seals, dolphins, and seabirds. The route depends on the weather and tides.
Why it matchesFamilies can explore the eco-centre and gardens, learn about organic farming, and walk the river and nature trail. It is a good spot for youth groups and schools.
Why it matchesFamilies can feed the ducks and swans, play in the playground, and have a picnic. There is a coffee shop for home baking.
Why it matchesThis is a big indoor inflatable park with slides, obstacle courses, and dodgeball. There is a separate area for toddlers. It can be noisy.
Why it matchesThis is an outdoor food fair with over 22 stalls selling local produce, cheeses, cakes, and bread. There will be live music and talks on ancient cures and curses, and herbs and hexes.
Why it matchesThis is a food market in the grounds of Swords Castle. You can buy fresh produce, baking, and preserves from local sellers. There are also storytelling and workshops in the Chapel.
Why it matchesThis is a food market in the grounds of the Casino Model Railway Museum in Malahide. You can meet local farmers and producers and buy fresh food, baking, and preserves.
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