Kids Activities in Carlow Town
Browse 17 kids activities and classes in Carlow Town. Compare schedules, ages and pricing below, or contact a provider directly to book.
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St. Catherines CSC Parent & Toddler Group
Community parent and toddler group offering informal weekly playtime and social contact for local parents, carers and young children, held at St. Catherines, St Joseph’s Rd, Carlow.
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Multi-sensory baby development classes for babies aged 0-13 months, featuring baby signing, music, light shows, bubbles and puppets to support bonding and early development.
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Little Kickers County Laois, Carlow & Kilkenny
Structured pre-school football classes focused on building confidence, coordination and social skills in a fun, pressure-free environment, led by specially trained coaches.
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Sunshine Pottery - Children's Pottery Classes (Carlow)
Sunshine Pottery runs a 4-week hand-building pottery course for children aged 6 and up at its Castle Gate premises in Carlow, taught by Jayne. Over the four weeks, children work through hand-building techniques such as pinching, coiling and slab construction, giving them a complete arc from raw clay to a finished piece. The short course format makes it a manageable commitment for families wanting to try pottery without signing up for a full term.
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Tribe Art Studio - Carlow
Tribe Art Studio, based at Unit 4 Kennedy Street in Carlow, runs children's art and pottery classes throughout the year alongside seasonal camps during school holidays. Classes are open to all ages and abilities, so both children with no previous experience and those wanting to develop existing skills can take part. Combining two-dimensional art with hands-on pottery gives children a mix of drawing and painting work alongside more tactile, three-dimensional making within the same studio.
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Rugbytots - Gaelscoil Eoghain Ui Thuairisc, Carlow
Rugbytots runs its Carlow sessions at Gaelscoil Eoghain Ui Thuairisc on the Tullow Road, with weekly Saturday classes for children aged 3.5 to 5. Sessions last 45 minutes and introduce rugby-themed games in a fun, non-contact format designed for preschoolers. At this age, the focus is on developing coordination, listening skills and confidence through imaginative rugby games rather than formal drills, with an emphasis on fun over competition. Classes give young children an active, structured way to spend Saturday mornings while building early movement skills. Check the Rugbytots website for current term dates and pricing for the Carlow class.
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Little Kickers County Laois, Carlow and Kilkenny
Little Kickers runs football classes on the Athy Road in Carlow town as part of its County Laois, Carlow and Kilkenny programme, introducing toddlers and young children to the game. Classes are grouped by age — Little Kickers (1.5-2.5 years) at 9am, Junior Kickers (2.5-3.5 years) at 10am, and Mighty Kickers (3.5-5 years) at 11am — and run indoors, so weather is never a factor. Parents are welcome to watch and cheer their child on throughout the class; all you need to bring is comfortable runners and a drink. There's a €29 joining fee for kit and insurance, plus €50 a month.
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Master Doyle Taekwon-Do Schools
Master Doyle Taekwon-Do Schools hold classes in Carlow town, one of four venues that also includes Naas and Maynooth in Kildare and Tallaght (Old Bawn) in Dublin. Both traditional and sport Taekwon-Do are on offer, with classes for younger children pitched as a fun, welcoming introduction to the martial art. The schools are led by senior instructor 8th Dan Master Stephen Doyle, Irish national coach for over 20 years and a former European gold medallist, with all instructors Garda vetted and recognised by the Irish Martial Arts Council. Ages 5-15 are catered for, with monthly membership at 45 euro or 100 euro for a 10-class block, plus family rates for siblings joining together. New members can try a free class before signing up - contact Stephen on 087-6986491 / info@masterdoyle.com.
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Zumbini
Zumbini's Carlow class runs on Saturdays at 12.30pm for children aged 0 to 5 with a parent or caregiver, offering 45 minutes of music, dance and instrument play built around the Zumbini programme's approach to bonding through movement and rhythm. The same class format is also available on Saturdays in Portarlington, Monasterevin and Athy, so families can choose whichever session fits their weekend. Pricing is 55 euro for a 4-week block or 70 euro for 6 weeks, with a small gift given at the first class and a certificate awarded at the end. Contact Zumbini to enquire about the next term.
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Tullow & Carlow Central Library
This Carlow library branch is part of the joint Tullow & Carlow Central Library programme of free events for children of all ages. Over in Tullow, a Baby Book Club runs every Tuesday at 10am for 0-3 year olds, mixing stories and songs with playtime, while a Teen Book Club for 12-14 year olds meets on the first Monday of the month at 4.15pm. Carlow Central Library itself runs Storytime every Wednesday at 10am, a 30-minute session of songs, rhymes and stories for under-5s and their parents. Every session is free, and between the two branches the programme covers ages from babies right through to teenagers - check with the library for exact venues and times.
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Tullow & Carlow Central Library
Tullow & Carlow Central Library run a range of free sessions for babies, toddlers and children throughout the year. Carlow Central Library hosts Storytime every Wednesday morning at 10am - thirty minutes of stories and songs for children aged 0-5 with their parents. Tullow Library runs a Baby Book Club every Tuesday at 10am for 0-3 year olds, combining stories and songs with playtime afterwards, plus a Teen Book Club for 12-14 year olds on the first Monday of the month at 4.15pm. All sessions are free to attend, making this a great low-cost way to build a reading habit from an early age. Simply drop in at the relevant library during term time - no booking required.
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The Wriggles and Giggles
The Wriggles and Giggles runs baby and toddler sensory classes in Carlow, welcoming children from newborn up to three years old. Each session follows a structured format led by the class teacher: singing, rhymes and dancing, stimulating light displays with hands-on 'touch' experiences, a short photo opportunity, and free play with a selection of Montessori toys. Classes cost €15 per session, with no need to commit to a long block in advance. The Carlow group is one of two run by The Wriggles and Giggles across the south-east - follow them on Instagram for the current schedule and venue in Carlow.
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Little Lullabies Baby Massage
Little Lullabies Baby Massage runs a 5-week baby massage course at New Oak Community Residence in Carlow, for babies from newborn up to around a year old. Sessions take place weekly at 10.30am. All supplies are provided - cushions, oil and handouts - so there's nothing to bring along except your baby. Baby massage is widely used to support digestion, ease colic, encourage better sleep and build bonding between parent and baby, giving the course benefits that extend well beyond the class itself. The 5-week course costs €120 and offers dedicated one-on-one time with your baby each week.
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Dancing Tots
Dancing Tots holds a dance party for 1 to 5 year olds at New Oak Community Centre in Carlow, running from 11.30am to 12.20pm. The current term covers four sessions - 14th, 21st and 28th September, and 12th October - giving little ones the chance to move, groove and make new friends on the dance floor. The fee for the 4-week term is €40 in total: a €20 deposit is payable by Revolut when booking, with the remaining €20 due on the first day of class. To book a place or ask questions, message, call or WhatsApp 0892224672.
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Dance Republic Tiny Dancer
Tiny Dancer, run by Dance Republic in Carlow, is a parent-and-toddler dance class for children aged 1 to 3 that has been running for over a decade. Each session lasts 50 minutes and is built around lively movement set to nursery rhymes and other well-loved songs. Simple dance steps, rhythm activities and imaginative movement help toddlers build coordination and confidence, all in a relaxed, low-pressure style rather than formal dance training. Midway through class there's a short snack break for the children and a cup of tea for parents, giving everyone a chance to pause and chat. A 4-week term costs €40, making Tiny Dancer a gentle, sociable introduction to dance and music for very young children in Carlow.
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Chime in & Play
Chime in & Play runs its parent-and-child music and play classes in Carlow, for children aged 1 to 5. Sessions are designed to build creativity, confidence and early friendships through playing and music together, while giving parents insight into their child's development along the way. Classes and terms run at various times through the year, with some venues also offering a summer programme; check the website for the current Carlow schedule. Pricing starts from €15 per class, or from €50 for a full term.
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Carlow Parent & Toddler Messy Play Group - Visual Carlow
Carlow Parent & Toddler Messy Play Group runs at VISUAL on the Old Dublin Road in Carlow, aimed at children aged 1 to 4 alongside their adult. Sessions are held on Thursdays from 10am, led by artist Marian Balfe. Each week combines a look around VISUAL's galleries and current exhibitions with a sensory or messy play activity, so children get exposed to art in a hands-on, age-appropriate way rather than a formal gallery visit. Messy-friendly clothing is recommended. Booking is required in advance, either online, in person or by phone through the box office, and the group may not run every week of the year - it's worth checking VISUAL's website or social media for current dates. Cost is €5 per child, with one accompanying adult admitted free.
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Common questions
How many kids activities and classes are there in Carlow Town?
Kids Patch lists 17 kids activities and classes in Carlow Town. Each listing links straight through to the provider — Kids Patch is free for parents to use and takes no booking fee or commission.
What kinds of kids activities are available in Carlow Town?
The categories with the most listings are Parent-and-toddler (5), Developmental (4), Arts and crafts (2), Dance (2), Football (2), Martial Arts (1), Rugby (1).
What age range do kids activities and classes in Carlow Town cover?
Across the listings on this page, ages run from birth up to 15 years. 16 of the 17 state an age range. The rest leave it open, so it is worth asking the provider directly.
How much do kids activities and classes in Carlow Town cost?
1 of the 17 listings publishes a price: €13.99. Most providers set fees per term rather than per class and quote on enquiry, so contact them directly for a current figure.
Are there any free kids activities and classes in Carlow Town?
Yes — 2 of the 17 listings are free to attend. Use the "Free classes only" filter above to see just those.
Do parents need to stay during kids activities and classes in Carlow Town?
It varies by provider: of the 17 listings, 3 are parent-accompanied. The rest do not state a policy — assume younger age groups are parent-accompanied unless the provider says otherwise.