Kids Activities in Dublin 8
Browse 22 kids activities and classes in Dublin 8 (Kilmainham, Inchicore, Rialto and the Liberties). Compare schedules, ages and pricing below, or contact a provider directly to book. 1 is free.
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PlayAct Drama School
At PlayAct, we provide an extensive range of workshops and classes for young individuals aged 4-16 in various locations throughout Dublin. Our effective teaching methods guarantee their development! Our expert guidance equips your child...
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PlayAct Drama School Youth Theatre
Acting Classes for Teens. Looking for a programme to develop your skills and ignite a career in the performing / creative arts? IMPACTORS Theatre is a performing arts programme designed for young people 12-16 years, to refine and...
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Dublin Capoeira - Capoeira Kids
Dublin Capoeira's Capoeira Kids classes, held at Marrowbone Lane in Saint Catherine's, Dublin 8, introduce children aged 5 to 11 to the fundamentals of this playful Brazilian martial art. Alongside kicks, sweeps and acrobatic movement,...
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The Fumbally Christmas Market
A three-day indoor Christmas market over two floors of The Fumbally in the Liberties, with independent makers, artists, food producers and traders, mulled wine and mince pies, and the café open throughout. Friday 4 to Sunday 6 December...
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Richmond Barracks Winter Fair
A winter fair at Richmond Barracks, the historic barracks in Inchicore that is now a heritage and community centre, with seasonal crafts, gifts, and food and drink from independent makers. Richmond Barracks runs free creative workshops...
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TwinkleTown at St Patrick's Park
TwinkleTown's second Dublin site is in St Patrick's Park in Dublin 8, beside St Patrick's Cathedral, with Christmas lights, choir performances and Christmas rides for younger children. Open 27 November to 23 December 2026, Monday to...
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Gravity Climbing Centre
Gravity Climbing Centre is a bouldering and climbing centre at Goldenbridge Industrial Estate in Inchicore, Dublin 8, suitable for adults and for children over 7. Families can book an induction session for adults climbing with children...
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Santa's Grotto at Dublin Zoo
Santa moves into his grotto at Dublin Zoo for the Christmas season. Every visit includes a festive gift for each child, and there are three ways to book: a daytime bundle with a day at the zoo, an evening bundle with Wild Lights (this...
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Dublinia
Located beside Christ Church Cathedral in Dublin's historic centre, Dublinia is a hands-on Viking and medieval history museum aimed squarely at families. Kids explore recreated Viking-age streets and a medieval fair, try on replica...
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Dublin Zoo
Set inside Phoenix Park, Dublin Zoo is home to more than 400 animals across roughly 70 species and has been a fixture of family days out in the capital for generations. Children can follow trails through African Plains to watch Asian...
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School Street Family Resource Centre
Community parent and toddler group offering informal weekly playtime and social contact for local parents, carers and young children, held at School Street FRC, The Liberties, Dublin 8.
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Wee Sing - An Intergenerational Singing Group
Community parent and toddler group offering informal weekly playtime and social contact for local parents, carers and young children, held at Conradh na Gaeilge, Inchicore, Dublin 8.
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Turtle Tots - Hilton Hotel Kilmainham
Turtle Tots teaches baby and toddler swimming at the LivingWell Health Club in Hilton Hotel Kilmainham, Dublin 8, part of the nationwide Turtle Tots Ireland franchise. The pool is kept warm at around 30.5 degrees and 1.2m deep, with...
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Little Beras
Little Beras runs a baby and toddler group for children aged 0 to 4 at BERA Hall on Connolly Avenue in the Bulfin Estate, Inchicore. Groups like this give parents and carers of very young children a regular chance to get out of the...
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CIE Boxing Club
CIE Boxing Club, based on Granite Terrace in Inchicore, welcomes kids and juniors alongside its senior membership. Junior boxing training typically emphasises fitness, footwork and technique under close supervision, building...
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Marian Lennon School of Ballet - Inchicore
Marian Lennon School of Ballet runs ballet classes for all ages, plus a modern dance class for children aged 7 and up, at Inchicore Community Sports Centre. All classes are held on Saturdays, making it a straightforward weekend option...
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Karen Byrne School of Dance
Karen Byrne School of Dance, based in Bluebell Business Park on the Old Naas Road, teaches children aged 3 to 17 across a mix of styles: Baby Ballroom for the youngest dancers, Latin & Ballroom, and Acro/Lyrical/Jazz. Covering both...
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St Patrick's Athletic FC
St Patrick's Athletic FC runs a football academy for children aged 5 to 13 at its Emmet Road grounds in Inchicore, alongside Easter and summer holiday camps for those wanting extra sessions during school breaks. As one of Dublin's...
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Claphandies
ClapHandies' Saint James venue in Dublin 8 runs weekly PlayLab classes for babies, wobblers and toddlers from birth to 3.5 years, built around music, rhyme, baby massage technique and baby sign language. Each age group's activities are...
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ClapHandies PlayLabs - Dublin
ClapHandies PlayLabs runs its Inchicore, Dublin 8 classes as weekly developmental sensory play sessions for babies, wobblers and toddlers, structured into three age groups with their own class lengths: Baby PlayLabs (6 weeks-7 months,...
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PlayAct Drama School
PlayAct Drama School's Inchicore branch offers dynamic, creative drama workshops where kids and teens can build confidence, express themselves and make new friends. Sessions combine acting, writing and prop-making, helping students...
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Portobello Baby & Toddler Group - Kevin Street Library D8
Kevin Street Library in Dublin 8 runs two free groups for young families. The main Baby and Toddler Group meets every Wednesday from 10.30 to 11.30am and is open to all ages from birth to preschool, with a library assistant reading...
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Common questions
How many kids activities and classes are there in Dublin 8?
Kids Patch lists 22 kids activities and classes in Dublin 8. 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 8?
The categories with the most listings are Parent-and-toddler (4), Christmas Markets (3), Drama (3), Dance (2), Developmental (2), Martial Arts (2), Football (1), Indoor Play & Climbing (1), and 4 more.
What age range do kids activities and classes in Dublin 8 cover?
Across the listings on this page, ages run from birth up to 18 years. 19 of the 22 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 8 cost?
5 of the 22 listings publish a price, ranging from €11.50 to €190. 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 8?
Yes — 3 of the 22 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 Dublin 8?
It varies by provider: of the 22 listings, 6 are parent-accompanied and 2 are drop-off. The rest do not state a policy — assume younger age groups are parent-accompanied unless the provider says otherwise.