Adventure Lights
Louth  | Until January, 2026

Adventure Lights is back in Skypark Carlingford transforming the Cooley Peninsula into a glowing playground of light and colour. Families can wander through illuminated trails, twinkling tunnels and playful installations, with a letter hunt and the Fairy Tree adding a touch of magic for younger visitors. The experience includes Ireland’s Ancient Maze and blends festive fun with active exploration. 

Yarn Storytelling Festival
Wicklow  | 8th - 18th, November, 2025

YARN Storytelling Festival returns to Bray with an enchanting opening weekend of stories for all ages. Join Sinéad O’Brien at Ballywaltrim Library on Saturday morning for Family Storytelling, then gather by the fireside in The Shoot Room at Killruddery for a magical afternoon with Zakia Elyoubi from Morocco. Across the weekend, the festival brings a vibrant mix of music, workshops and performances to celebrate the art of storytelling in every form.

Space Fest
Cork  | November 8th - 15th, 2025

SpaceFest lifts off this weekend with a packed programme of art, science and spectacle across Cork city and county. Highlights include the Lunar Distance exhibition at Marina Market and Beyond the Visible at Blackrock Castle Observatory. On Sunday, spectacle makers Macnas make their Cork debut with a dazzling performance of drummers, stilt walkers and giant puppets telling the story of Ireland’s disappearing corncrake.

Let's Talk Science Festival
Dublin  | 8th November, 2025

The Let’s Talk Science Festival returns to the Rediscovery Centre in Ballymun this Saturday, marking ten years of science, curiosity and fun. This special anniversary edition promises a full day of family-friendly STEM activities with interactive stands, live demonstrations and hands-on experiments for all ages.

Visitors can meet real scientists and explore exhibits from groups including Circus Science, Marine Institute, Met Éireann, Bat Conservation Ireland, Our Kids Code and Airfield. From weather green screens and coding games to sea creature tanks and live wormeries, there’s something to spark every imagination. All children must be accompanied by an adult.

Wild Lights
Dublin  | Until January, 2026

Wild Lights returns to Dublin Zoo with its most dazzling theme yet, The Wild Kaleidoscope. Visitors can wander through 13 illuminated zones bursting with colour, celebrating the vibrant ways animals use it to survive, communicate and attract attention in the wild.

Expect glowing flamingos, shimmering peacocks, playful penguins and enchanting red pandas among radiant lanterns, including the largest ever featured at Wild Lights. This breathtaking night-time spectacle promises a magical experience for all ages and a highlight of Dublin’s winter season.

Ireland Card Show
Dublin  | November 9th, 2025

Ireland’s biggest trading card event returns to the Conrad Dublin this Sunday. The Ireland Card Show brings collectors together to buy, sell and trade Pokémon, Yu-Gi-Oh!, sports and other trading cards in a friendly, family-focused setting.

Expect dozens of vendors with singles, slabs and sealed products, plus a dedicated trading area, grading advice booth and raffles for prizes including graded cards and vintage packs. It’s the perfect day out for beginners, seasoned collectors and families alike.

Brick World
Cork  | November 9th, 2025

Midleton College will host an exciting Brick World LEGO Exhibition on Sunday, showcasing an incredible range of creative and detailed LEGO builds. From intricate designs to large-scale displays, the exhibition celebrates imagination and craftsmanship at its best. A perfect day out for LEGO fans of all ages, it promises plenty of inspiration and fun for the whole family.