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All ages · up to 60 min · any budget
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.
Why it matchesThis is a relaxed circus performance at the Púca Festival, designed for people who need a more supportive environment. Sound and light levels are adjusted for comfort.
Why it matchesSee a Halloween-themed circus show with live Irish music and performers. It is part of a bigger festival celebrating Halloween.
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 see sheepdogs working, pet Connemara ponies, and learn to bake traditional soda bread. There are also traditional music workshops.
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.
Why it matchesLough Muckno Leisure Park has nature walks, orienteering, water skiing, and fishing. There are picnic spots and a peace garden.
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 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 matchesFamilies can take a tour of this historic watermill, learn about flour production and baking, and see the old machinery in action. In summer, there are special milling and baking experiences.
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.
Why it matchesWander around The Poppy Garden, a lovely spot with flowers, quirky features, and friendly dogs. Enjoy the views of Loughcrew Hills and have a cup of tea and cake.
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.
Why it matchesFamilies can explore historic gardens with sculptures, water features, and woodland walks. Look out for Alice in Wonderland characters and fairies. There are also remnants of a medieval mote and St Oliver Plunkett's family church.
Why it matchesFamilies can explore Dun a Ri Forest Park with a choice of walking trails, from a short accessible loop to longer river walks. It is a good spot for a walk in nature.
Why it matchesFamilies can go for a walk or a longer ramble on the forest trails at Deerpark. There are three trails to choose from, including a short multi-access trail.
Why it matchesFamilies can go for a walk in Bailieborough Forest, choosing between two waymarked loops, the Lake Loop or the longer Castle Loop.
Why it matchesThis is a Coillte forest recreation site where families can go for a walk in Cootehill forest. There is a car park on site.
Why it matchesFamilies can go for a walk in Littlewood, a Coillte forest recreation site. There is a waymarked 2.1 km forest walk to enjoy.
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