Shapes & Structures | Drop-in and play
Daily | Until Saturday, 30th August, 2025

A calm, open-ended space for creative play, designed for children and their adults to explore materials together or independently. The First Floor Gallery is open for self-directed visits, encouraging shared play and discovery in a relaxed environment. Drop in any time between 11am and 3pm from Thursday to Saturday.

Dublin Maker
Dublin | Saturday, 30th & Sunday, 31st, August, 2025

Dublin Maker returns with to Leopardstown Racecourse with a free, family-friendly celebration of creativity and invention. Expect a lively mix of robotics, crafts, coding, engineering hacks and hands-on fun for all ages. Visitors can explore interactive stalls, meet the makers and discover how things work in this one-of-a-kind day out for curious minds.

Irish Wakeboarding Nationals
Cork | 29th - 31st, August, 2025

Ballyhass Wakepark hosts a high-energy weekend of wakeboarding as Ireland’s top riders compete in the IWWF Nationals. Expect fast-paced action, lakeside vibes and a friendly crowd. Spectator entry is free, with €5 adventure activities and €2 swim passes available onsite. A fun summer send-off with coffee, pizza and plenty to keep families entertained.

Back to School Fun Week
Wexford | Until 31st, August, 2025

It’s not all bad news for children heading back to school thanks to Play Barn, Wexford. Families can celebrate the return with a special week of entry deals, packed with fun, laughter and memory-making. Parents can take a break too, with coffee and a doughnut for just €4 all week long.

Kids Go Free at EPIC
Dublin | Until 31st, August, 2025

Explore Ireland’s rich history with free entry for children aged 12 and under at EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum, when accompanied by a paying adult. With interactive exhibits, music, sport, stories and more, it’s a fun, immersive day out by the Liffey that’s perfect for curious minds of all ages.

Korea Festival
Dublin | Sunday, 31st, August, 2025

Enjoy a full day of Korean culture with live performances, authentic street food, and hands-on family-friendly activities in Farmleigh House. Explore everything from traditional games and crafts to K-pop, skincare, literature and tourism. Admission is free, no ticket required. Highlights include taekwondo, music, dance, a Hanbok fashion show and food trucks serving Korean and international cuisine.

Oughterard Show
Galway | Sunday, 31st, August, 2025

Now in its 60th year, the Oughterard Show returns with a full day of competitions, displays and family fun. Expect classes for horses, ponies, cattle, sheep, dogs and poultry, plus a strong domestic arts section. There’ll be entertainment for children and plenty of prizes on offer, making it a great day out for all ages.

Circus Vegas
Cork | Until, 14th, September, 2025

Circus Vegas returns to Cork with a brand new location and a special back-to-school offer. Enjoy a two-hour show packed with stunts, laughter and non-stop family fun under the big top. Tiered seats are just €10, with ringside seating for €15. Early booking advised.