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Best Free Beaches

From Brittas Bay to Inchydoney — Ireland's most beautiful free beaches for families.

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Free Kids Activities

Museums, galleries, nature centres. Hundreds of free things to do with children across every county.

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Family Walks Under 5km

Short, beautiful walks that even little legs can manage. Bring the dog, bring the buggy.

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Seasonal Events

Festivals, fairs, markets, and seasonal celebrations. Ireland is always celebrating something.

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Day Trip Ideas

Jump on a train and discover somewhere new. Ireland is small enough to explore on a Sunday.

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Family Grants & Allowances

Back to School Allowance, Child Benefit top-ups, Free GP cards. Are you claiming everything you're entitled to?

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Family Events This Week

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National Construction Summit 2026

📍Sport Ireland Campus, Blanchardstown
📅Wed, Apr 15, 9:00 AM

Join us at the National Construction Summit to explore the future of the construction sector in Ireland. The event will…

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FREEFREE

NIBRT Careers in Biopharma 2026

📍O'Reilly Hall
📅Sat, Apr 25, 10:00 AM

Explore career opportunities in the biopharma industry at NIBRT's event. The event focuses on educating attendees about…

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FREEFREE

CUH Child & Family Nursing Conference

📍Cork University Hospital
📅Tue, Apr 21, 7:30 AM

This conference will provide insights on child and family nursing challenges and innovations. It's a great opportunity …

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FREEFREE

A Shared Campus Biobank

📍Durkan Lecture Theatre, Trinity Translational Medicine Institute, Trinity Centre for Health Sciences, St James's Hospital
📅Wed, Apr 15, 12:30 PM

Join experts in discussing the importance of biobanks in research, specifically how it contributes to advancements in h…

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FREEFREE

Architecture, Design & Fit Out @ National Construction Summit 2026

📍National Indoor Arena
📅Wed, Apr 15, 9:00 AM

Participate in discussions regarding innovations in architecture and design at the National Construction Summit.

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FREEFREE

Disability Show

📍The Curragh Racecourse
📅Thu, May 7, 10:00 AM

Experience the Disability Show focused on resources and supports available for people with disabilities.

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FREEFREE

Cyber Expo & Conference Ireland 2026

📍The Leopardstown Pavilion at Leopardstown Racecourse
📅Wed, May 20, 8:00 AM

Explore the latest trends and technologies in cybersecurity at this expo and conference.

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FREEFREE

Mobility & Supply Chain Knowledge Day

📍Dundalk Institute of Technology
📅Sat, Apr 18, 9:30 AM

A workshop aimed at discussing mobility solutions and supply chain innovations for businesses.

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FREEFREE

Maternity Care in 1950s Dublin

📍Humanarium
📅Thu, Apr 9, 1:00 PM

A historical look at the maternity care practices in Dublin during the 1950s, discussing cultural impacts on healthcare.

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DUBLIN HANDELFEST 2026 | Family Concert (Children Aged 1-4 Years)

📍Chapel Royal, Dublin Castle
📅Sun, Apr 12, 10:00 AM

Experience a delightful family concert with engaging music for children aged 1-4 years at the historic Chapel Royal.

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FREEFREE

The Golden Egg - Easter Family Event

📍Kiltimagh · F12 A9T8
📅Mon, Apr 6, 11:30 AM

Join us for a fun family event featuring Easter-themed activities and an exciting quest for the golden egg.

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Easter Family Fun Day

📍Baldoyle Community Hall
📅Saturday at 11:00 AM

Celebrate Easter with a family fun day filled with activities, games, and entertainment for all ages.

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Easter Family Fun Day at Ballina Gaelscoil

📍Gaelscoil na gCeithre Maol
📅Saturday at 9:00 AM

Enjoy a lively Easter family fun day with activities designed for kids and families to celebrate together.

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FREEFREE

Easter Egg Hunting - Family Event

📍Bray
📅Saturday at 10:00 AM

Participate in a fun-filled Easter egg hunt at Festina Lente with activities for families and children.

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Eid Milan Family Get Together

📍South Dublin Islamic Center
📅Saturday at 4:00 PM

Celebrate Eid with community members during a family-friendly gathering filled with activities and entertainment.

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Workshop: Supporting Families Through Grief & Trauma

📍Maryborough Hotel & Spa
📅Wed, Apr 15, 9:30 AM

Engage in a workshop that provides tools and strategies for supporting families facing grief and trauma.

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FREEFREE

Outdoor Sports Day

📍Ballina Athletic Track
📅Mon, Jun 1, 11:00 AM

Join the community for an exciting Outdoor Sports Day with various activities and challenges.

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FREEFREE

Disability Information & Fun Day

📍Astro Active, Enniscorthy
📅Sat, Apr 18, 1:00 AM

Attend a fun day packed with information and activities for families with disabilities.

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Multicultural Family Funday

📍National Basketball Arena
📅Fri, May 29, 12:45 PM

Experience a vibrant multicultural family fun day filled with diverse activities and entertainment for families.

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FREEFAMILY

Countryfest.ie

📍Carrickmacross
📅TBD

Join us at Countryfest.ie for a day filled with live music and family-friendly activities at Inniskeen GAA pitch in Car…

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FREECULTURE

Ballymaloe Festival of Food 2026

📍Co Cork
📅TBD

Celebrate food and culinary talent at Ballymaloe Grainstore in County Cork.

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FREECULTURE

Festival of Gardens & Nature 2026

📍Athy
📅Sat, May 2, 9:30 AM

A beautiful festival showcasing gardens at Ballintubbert Gardens & House.

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FREEFAMILY

Easter Kids Camp at NSPCA Dublin

📍Dublin
📅Tue, Apr 7, 10:00 AM

An exciting camp for children at NSPCA Dublin with fun activities.

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FREEFAMILY

Carlow GAA Easter Hurling Camp 2026

📍Carlow
📅Tue, Apr 7, 10:00 AM

A fun hurling camp for kids held at SETU Carlow.

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FREEFREE

Waterford Greenway

📍Waterford
📅Year-round

Explore the scenic Waterford Greenway, an 46km cycling and walking trail that showcases the stunning coastal and rural …

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Cycling on the Greenway

📍Waterford
📅Year-round

Enjoy cycling along one of Ireland's most picturesque routes, perfect for both leisurely and adventurous cyclists.

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FREEFAMILY

Phoenix Park — Free Entry Always

📍Dublin
📅Always Open

Europe's largest enclosed city park — deer, the Papal Cross, Áras an Uachtaráin, and endless space to roam.

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FREEFAMILY

Killarney National Park

📍Killarney, Kerry
📅Always Open

26,000 hectares of ancient woodland, lakes and mountains. Free forever. One of Ireland's most spectacular landscapes.

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FREEADVENTURE

Connemara National Park Visitor Centre

📍Letterfrack, Galway
📅Mar–Oct Daily

Wild bog and mountain walking trails with free visitor centre. Discover Connacht at its most dramatic.

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FREECULTURE

National Museum of Ireland — Free Admission

📍Dublin City
📅Tue–Sat 10am–5pm

Four world-class museums across Dublin — archaeology, natural history, decorative arts, and country life. All free.

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FREECULTURE

Cork English Market

📍Cork City
📅Mon–Sat 8am–6pm

One of Europe's oldest covered food markets. Free entry, extraordinary local produce, real Cork character.

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FREEADVENTURE

Wicklow Mountains National Park

📍Glendalough, Wicklow
📅Always Open

Glendalough monastic city, Luggala, and the longest walking trail in Ireland. All on Dublin's doorstep.

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FREECULTURE

Galway City Cultural Quarter

📍Galway City
📅Daily

Street performers, live traditional music in pubs, independent shops. Galway's Latin Quarter is always alive.

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OUTDOORFAMILY

Fota Wildlife Park

📍Fota Island, Cork
📅Daily 10am–5pm

Free-roaming cheetahs, giraffes, and ring-tailed lemurs on a stunning island estate. Brilliant for families.

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