Family Day Out
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All ages · up to 30 min · any budget
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Why it matchesEnjoy an enchanted woodland walk, meet Halloween characters, ride the Spookwood Express and pick a pumpkin.
Why it matchesIt is a time when readers and writers meet in fantastic local cultural spaces such as Rathfarnham Castle, Clondalkin Round Tower, Parthalán Place, Rathcoole Courthouse and many more.
Why it matchesGravity Climbing Centre has a large variety of indoor climbing walls, with something for absolutely everyone regardless of age, from complete beginners to international climbing stars.
Why it matchesA Halloween trail in the Dublin Mountains outside Saggart, run by the same family since 2015.
Why it matchesPlay a family-friendly round of FootGolf, Rugby Golf or FootDarts on an outdoor parkland course.
Why it matchesIreland's premier motor racing circuit hosting live race events, track days, and specialized driving experiences.
Why it matchesKidspace Rathcoole in County Dublin, aims to ensure a relaxing and enjoyable visit for all the family.
Why it matchesKnown as one of Ireland’s top pumpkin patches, offering a variety of family activities alongside pumpkin picking and a spooky woodland walk.
Why it matchesIreland's National Circus offering fantastic family entertainment with live acts and shows.
Why it matchesExplore interactive multimedia exhibitions, gardens, and a children's audio guide at this historic round tower visitor centre.
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These still match the search, but the options above have the clearest family fit.
Why it matchesAt one of Dublin’s biggest festivals, the ordinary fades into the shadows and the extraordinary comes to life.
Why it matchesLarge indoor soft play centre featuring a triple slide frame, toddler area, baby soft play, climbing wall, and a cafe.
Why it matchesThe centre prides itself on offering flexible membership options to best suit your individual needs.
Why it matchesEnjoy pumpkin picking, fire shows, a funfair, and a haunted house at Clonfert Farm's Halloween event.
Why it matchesEnjoy the hit musical adaptation of Roald Dahl's Matilda live on stage at the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre.
Why it matchesEnjoy hands-on STEM experiments, live demonstrations and interactive science exhibits at the Rediscovery Centre.
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