Family Day Out
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All ages · up to 30 min · any budget
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Why it matchesFamily fun day featuring a mobile petting farm, kids DJ, face painting, and BBQ at two Dublin venues on Sept 5.
Why it matchesPlay a family-friendly round of FootGolf, Rugby Golf or FootDarts on an outdoor parkland course.
Why it matchesExplore Phoenix Park's famous zoo, home to over 400 animals, conservation exhibits, and play areas.
Why it matchesKidspace Rathcoole in County Dublin, aims to ensure a relaxing and enjoyable visit for all the family.
Why it matchesA 90-minute beginner-friendly pottery workshop using air-dry clay, with tea, coffee, and biscuits included.
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 matchesExplore interactive multimedia exhibitions, gardens, and a children's audio guide at this historic round tower visitor centre.
Why it matchesLarge indoor soft play centre featuring a triple slide frame, toddler area, baby soft play, climbing wall, and a cafe.
Why it matchesIreland's premier motor racing circuit hosting live race events, track days, and specialized driving experiences.
Why it matchesExplore quirky antique moving figures, vintage treasures and curious artefacts that celebrate craftsmanship, history and storytelling.
These still match the search, but the options above have the clearest family fit.
Why it matchesThe centre prides itself on offering flexible membership options to best suit your individual needs.
Why it matchesThe Playbarn, Johnstown, County Kildare, is a purpose built indoor playground for children.
Why it matchesA guided neon painting session for children with music, a canvas, and free tea and biscuits.
Why it matchesJoin hands-on chocolate making workshops, watch demonstrations, and decorate sweet treats to take home.
Why it matchesHire bikes for adults, teens and children to explore the Grand Canal Greenway from Sallins.
Why it matchesSustainable art, craft and design workshops, camps, classes and parties exclusively for children.
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