Dublin Kids Events This Weekend February 7th - February 8th 2026

EARLY YEARS WORKSHOPS: THE KING AND THE COLOUR-CATCHERS : A super playful drama workshop at Dublin's dedicated children's cultural centre. Your little one can explore kingdoms and colours with Joanna Parkes. Perfect for sparking creativity in pre-schoolers.A rare chance to catch a specific, age-designed workshop from The Ark's curated programme.

📍The Ark, Temple Bar· Varies (check booking) · 2-4 years · Ticket price varies

SELFBUILD EXTEND & RENOVATE LIVE : While this is mostly for adults, the expo showcases tons of cool ideas for your home that older kids (10+) might enjoy seeing, like tech displays or design inspiration. It's a good one for families planning big home projects.It's one of the few ticketed events confirmed for this specific Saturday date in Dublin.

📍National Show Centre, Swords (Suburbs)· 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM · All Ages (Parents interested in home projects) · From €10.00

DUBLIN FOLKLORE WALKING TOURFREE : Hear gripping ghost stories and learn Dublin's myths while wandering the medieval lanes with an expert storyteller. This is a much more engaging history lesson than a standard tour!It offers a budget-friendly, highly interactive, and atmospheric way for older kids to learn local history.

📍Meeting Point: The Old Storehouse Pub, Temple Bar· Afternoon (Check booking for exact time) · 8+ years (for story content) · Free

EARLY YEARS WORKSHOPS: THE KING AND THE COLOUR-CATCHERS (SUNDAY SLOT) : Another session of this playful drama workshop perfect for your youngest ones to explore creativity and colours. A great way to keep the little ones entertained on a Sunday morning.Ensures a specific event for younger kids is available on Sunday, balancing the weekend listings.

📍The Ark, Temple Bar· Varies (check booking) · 2-4 years · Ticket price varies

FREE FAMILY GALLERY TOUR AT THE NATIONAL GALLERYFREE : The National Gallery often runs family-friendly tours on Sundays specifically designed for young audiences. It’s a fantastic, free way to experience art without the pressure of being too quiet!It's a free, scheduled, dedicated family activity happening specifically on Sunday in the city centre.

📍National Gallery of Ireland, Merrion Square· Afternoon (Check schedule) · All Ages (Tours designed for young audiences) · Free