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Things to do near Maperath

All ages · up to 60 min · any budget

10 strong matches for your family · plus 14 more nearby Live listings from Fáilte Ireland and Heritage Ireland
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Causey Farm

Open dates vary · Check official times About 15 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesFamilies can see sheepdogs working, pet Connemara ponies, and learn to bake traditional soda bread. There are also traditional music workshops.

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Mellowes Adventure & Childcare

Open dates vary · Check official times About 15 min drive Check price
Best for ages up to 10 years Mostly outdoor Check opening details

Why it matchesThis is an activity centre for children with lots of things to do. You can relax in the picnic area while the kids have fun in a safe, supervised environment.

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Navan Comic Con 2026

Sun 1 Nov 2026 · Check official times About 25 min drive €15
Suits all ages Indoor activity Booking available

Why it matchesThis is a family-friendly event where you can see guests from movies and comics, and find Pokemon cards and other collectibles.

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Cavan County Museum

Open dates vary · Check official times About 30 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesExplore Cavan's past from ancient times to the World War One trenches. There is a playground and a peace garden, and a tearoom for a cuppa.

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Spirits of Meath

Fri 2 Oct 2026 – Sun 8 Nov 2026 · Check official times About 30 min drive €0
Suits all ages, with options for teens Indoor & outdoor Check booking availability

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.

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Knockbride Festival Family Fun Day

Sun 16 Aug 2026 · Check official times About 35 min drive €20
Suits all ages Mostly outdoor Check booking availability

Why it matchesThis community festival has plenty for families, with a puppet show, magic show, amusements, and face painting for children. There are also vintage vehicles, a dog show, and live music.

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Newgrange Open Farm and Coffee Shop

Open dates vary · Check official times About 40 min drive Check price
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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.

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Red Mountain Open Farm

Open dates vary · Check official times About 40 min drive Check price
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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.

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Living History: Bringing the 17th century to life – Sunday, 16 August

Sun 16 Aug 2026 · Check official times About 40 min drive Free
Suits all ages Indoor & outdoor No booking needed

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.

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The Old Bridge, Trim

Open dates vary · Check official times About 30 min drive Check price
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Why it matchesFamilies can pause on The Old Bridge in Trim, County Meath, to see one of Ireland's oldest complete and unaltered working bridges crossing the River Boyne.

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Farmer’s Market – Sunday 2 August

Sun 2 Aug 2026 · Check official times About 40 min drive Free
Suits all ages Mostly outdoor No booking needed

Why it matchesFamilies can browse up to 12 stalls at this farmer's market, picking up fresh meat and treats from local food producers in the grounds of Oldbridge House.

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Farmer’s Market – Sunday 6 September

Sun 6 Sept 2026 · Check official times About 40 min drive Free
Suits all ages Mostly outdoor No booking needed

Why it matchesFamilies can browse up to 12 stalls at this farmer's market, picking up fresh meat and treats from local food producers in the grounds of Oldbridge House.

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Loughcrew Megalithic Cemetery

Open dates vary · Check official times About 15 min drive Check price
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