Waterford Festival of Food
Dublin | April 24th - 26th

The Waterford Festival of Food returns for a three-day celebration centred around Dungarvan, with a strong mix of family-friendly activities alongside its food programme. Families can enjoy hands-on workshops, farm visits, funfair rides, interactive cooking sessions and live entertainment, with many events based around Dungarvan Castle. The combination of local produce, outdoor events and community activities creates a busy festival atmosphere across the town and surrounding areas.

Sensoria
Dublin | April 25th & 26th

Merrion Square Park hosts Dublin City Council Sensoria, a free, neurodivergent-friendly festival designed for families, teens and communities to enjoy together. The weekend includes live performances, bubble shows, circus acts, creative workshops and interactive play, alongside dedicated sensory and wellbeing spaces. Pre-booked timed sessions help maintain a calm and manageable atmosphere, allowing visitors to explore the programme at their own pace in a central city setting.

Party Time Kids Show
Longford | April 26th

Partypartytime brings its award-winning Party Time Kids Show to Temperance Hall in Longford for two shows only at 1pm and 4pm. With over 20 years of experience entertaining families, the event includes a magic show, mini disco, K-Pop Rumi tribute, meet and greet, circus-style fun, puppets, games and prizes.

Each show is designed as a lively, interactive experience for younger audiences, with a mix of performance and participation throughout. Adults can attend free when accompanying a child with a ticket.

The Toy Library Swap & Play
Dublin | April 26th

Skerries Library hosts the Toy Library Swap & Play, a family-friendly event where children can swap, share and play with pre-loved toys in a relaxed setting. Families can bring along toys in good condition to exchange, or simply explore what is available and take part in the play area.

Running from 12pm to 2pm, the event also includes creative activities such as a temporary tattoo station, encouraging children to enjoy play while learning about reusing and sharing in a simple and engaging way.

Fun Time Kids Show
Donegal | April 26th

The Fun Time Kids Show arrives in Ballybofey for a lively morning of entertainment, bringing together a mix of music, dancing and character appearances for younger audiences. The show features well-known TV favourites including Mickey and Minnie Mouse, Baby Shark, Spider-Man, Paw Patrol and more, with plenty of opportunities for photos throughout.

Running from 11:30am, the event is designed as an interactive experience where children can sing along, meet characters and enjoy a fun-filled performance in a relaxed setting. Tickets are available online in advance or on arrival.