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All ages · up to 60 min · any budget
Why it matchesFamilies can enjoy a festival of stories, music, and songs inspired by the Irish Rambling House tradition. There are performances, workshops, and events for children.
Why it matchesThis free street festival in Tralee has live music, street performers, circus acts, and interactive entertainment. There is a Wellness Zone, an archaeological experience, arts and crafts, and food stalls.
Why it matchesThis festival has parades, live music, street entertainment, circus acts, a carnival, fireworks, markets and traditional Irish entertainment. There is also a televised competition to find the Rose of Tralee.
Why it matchesThis festival has four days of circus workshops, shows, parades and fireworks in Tralee. There is plenty of skill and spectacle for everyone.
Why it matchesFamilies can see a variety of animals from around the world, walk a nature trail, and play indoors with tractors and a bouncing castle. There are picnic spots and a tea room.
Why it matchesFamilies can explore nature with ecologists and guides, learning about local wildlife, plants, and folklore. Activities include pond dipping, climbing, and pedal boating.
Why it matchesHire bikes, including electric bikes, kids' bikes, and trikes, to cycle the Limerick Greenway. Child seats and trailers are available. Helmets are included with every rental.
Why it matchesHire bikes and explore the Limerick Greenway, with options for collection and drop-off. You can visit the Palatine Museum and see where the Ardagh Hoard was found.
Why it matchesTake a short trip on a diesel replica of the original Lartigue Monorail. See how the unique switching system works. Visit the museum to watch films and see models and displays about the railway.
Why it matchesFamilies can explore the museum, see World War II exhibits, and board a replica flying boat. There is a 3D show about Irish coffee, and a chance to taste it. You can also see maritime exhibits and river views.
Why it matchesHire bikes, including electric bikes, kids' bikes, tag-alongs, trailers and child seats, to cycle the Limerick and Kerry Greenways. Pick up from depots in Rathkeale, Listowel, Tralee, and Abbeyfeale.
Why it matchesFamilies can explore woodland trails, cycle, and look for birds around the lakes and the old house at Curragh Chase Forest Park.
Why it matchesFamilies can wander through this garden with over 3,000 trees and shrubs, divided into sections for different European countries. There are monuments and a bust of the poet Schiller to see.
Why it matchesFamilies can take a ferry across the Shannon Estuary from Tarbert to Killimer, County Clare. You can also walk along the coast and see the Tarbert Lighthouse.
Why it matchesFamilies can explore a historical exhibition, browse craft and woollen shops, and trace their ancestors. You can also take a tour of Desmond Castle from June to September.
Why it matchesFamilies can see a statue of the original Rose of Tralee and her lover, surrounded by a rose garden. There is a glass wall with the names of all the festival Roses and the ballad's history.
Why it matchesThis garden in Tralee is designed to appeal to all five senses. You can see a Standing Stone, the Cauldron of the Dagda, and Bronze Age horns.
Why it matchesFamilies can explore twisty paths with views of the Shannon Estuary, look for wildlife like dolphins and otters, and enjoy a picnic. There are also historical connections to flying boats.
Why it matchesTake a 2km walk along the River Maigue and see the historic buildings in Adare village. You can get a guide book from the Tourist Information Office.
Why it matchesFamilies can enjoy a walk along the River Trail, a waymarked path of 4.5 km through the forest. It is open all year round.
Why it matchesFamilies can visit Foynes, a Coillte forest recreation site, for a walk in Newcastle West forest. There is a car park on site.
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