Kids Activities in Dublin 1

Browse 10 kids activities and classes in Dublin 1 (the north inner city, O’Connell Street and Parnell Square). Compare schedules, ages and pricing below, or contact a provider directly to book. Ages run from birth to 13 years. 1 is free.

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Dance Conservatory Ireland - Ballet Teens/Pre Teens logo

Dance Conservatory Ireland - Ballet Teens/Pre Teens

Verified 1 Sep 2026Dance
Ages 10+ years

We offer a range of classes to suit all levels from beginners to seasoned professionals. Our classes will be based in the Vaganova method of ballet technique. As well as group classes we also offer private 1-to-1 ballet classes tailored...

Wednesday · 16:00-18:00 · 15 week term commencing on September 16th · €300 per term
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Santa’s Magic Grotto at Jervis, Dublin 1

Santa Experiences

Jervis Shopping Centre on Mary Street runs a city-centre Santa’s grotto with a magic theme: elves teach children a magic trick, families make their own Magic Snow Storm together, and the visit ends with Santa and a chance to take photos...

14 Nov – 24 Dec · €22 for 1 child and 2 parents

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Santa's Kingdom at Arnotts

Santa Experiences
All ages

Santa's Kingdom is Arnotts' Christmas grotto at its Henry Street store in Dublin city centre. Each child has a visit with Santa, a photo opportunity and an 'I Saw Santa' Arnotts badge. Any age is welcome, with children supervised by a...

€25 per family

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The Santa Experience: Santa's Magical Cabin (Ilac Centre)

Santa Experiences

Santa's Magical Cabin is run by The Santa Experience Ireland inside Dunnes Stores in the Ilac Shopping Centre on Henry Street, Dublin 1. An elf guide welcomes each family and leads them through the cabin to a one-to-one visit with...

14 Nov – 23 Dec · €15 per child

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EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum logo

EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum

Museums & Heritage
All ages

Housed in the historic CHQ vaults on Dublin's Custom House Quay, EPIC tells the story of Irish emigration through 20 fully digital, interactive galleries rather than traditional glass-case exhibits. Kids engage directly with...

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday · Open 7 days a week, 10:00am-6:45pm (last entry 5:00pm); opens 9:00am June-August. · €11

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Playlab ELI

Parent-and-toddlerDrop-in
Ages 0–4 years

Community parent and toddler group offering informal weekly playtime and social contact for local parents, carers and young children, held at National College of Ireland, Mayor Square, Dublin 1.

Monday · 14:00-15:00 · Drop-in

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JSBJJ Training Centre

Martial Arts
Ages 4–13 years

JSBJJ Training Centre offers Brazilian jiu-jitsu training for children aged 4 to 13 at 192 Parnell Street in Dublin. Children's BJJ classes typically focus on grappling and ground-based techniques rather than striking, building...

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Rotunda Parent, Baby & Toddler Group logo

Rotunda Parent, Baby & Toddler Group

Parent-and-toddler
Ages 0–5 years

Hill Street Family Resource Centre runs a varied programme of parent, baby and toddler groups for families with children aged 0 to 5, based at Hill Street Playground in Dublin 1. An Outdoor Group meets Wednesdays from 9.30 to 11am, a...

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Central Library Dublin 1 logo

Central Library Dublin 1

Parent-and-toddlerFree
Ages 0–12 years

Central Library, based in the Ilac Centre in Dublin 1, runs two regular free sessions for children. The Toddler Group suits ages 0 to 4 and combines stories, music and playtime, with parents welcome to stay on afterwards and get to know...

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Acting Classes Dublin and Online

Drama

David Scott has been teaching acting classes in Dublin for over 15 years, based at 1 Foley St, Dublin 1. His Applied Art of Acting approach runs across the Actors Wednesday Workshop, the Actors Friday Studio and a Summer Week Intensive,...

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Common questions

How many kids activities and classes are there in Dublin 1?

Kids Patch lists 10 kids activities and classes in Dublin 1. 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 Dublin 1?

The categories with the most listings are Parent-and-toddler (3), Santa Experiences (3), Dance (1), Drama (1), Martial Arts (1), Museums & Heritage (1).

What age range do kids activities and classes in Dublin 1 cover?

Across the listings on this page, ages run from birth up to 13 years. 7 of the 10 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 Dublin 1 cost?

5 of the 10 listings publish a price, ranging from €11 to €300. 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 Dublin 1?

Yes — 1 of the 10 listings is 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 Dublin 1?

It varies by provider: of the 10 listings, 3 are parent-accompanied. The rest do not state a policy — assume younger age groups are parent-accompanied unless the provider says otherwise.