Kids Activities in Galway
Browse 125 kids activities and classes in Galway. Popular categories in Galway include Parent-and-toddler, Football, Developmental.
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Loughwell Farm Park
Loughwell Farm Park sits in the Moycullen countryside about 15 minutes from Galway city, between Moycullen and Spiddal, and leans more towards a full play centre than a traditional petting farm. Its 12,000-square-foot indoor Playbarn has mega slides, climbing structures and dedicated soft play for under-3s, while the outdoor grounds add go-karts, a zip wire, Happy Hopperz, didi cars and timber playgrounds. Animals are still part of the day — Kune Kune pigs, miniature and full-size ponies, sheep, goats, chickens, deer and alpacas live on site, with daily alpaca feeding and rabbit cuddling built into the visit. A play village with a teddy bears' hospital and fire station adds imaginative-play options for younger children, and the Elderflower Restaurant covers hot and cold food and snacks so a visit can stretch across a full day. The park also runs seasonal events like a pumpkin patch and Santa experiences, plus birthday parties and school tours. It normally opens Saturdays and Sundays, and pre-booking online is recommended since it's a popular weekend destination for Galway families.
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Turoe Pet Farm & Leisure Park
Turoe Pet Farm & Leisure Park has been run by the Corcoran family near Loughrea, County Galway since 1993, and is built to work in any weather thanks to a mix of large indoor and outdoor play facilities. Indoors, Inflatable City is an 8,000 sq ft bouncy castle setup with slides up to 25ft, and Jungle Town is a two-storey indoor play frame with ball pits and a zip line, each with a free toddler or baby section. Outside, a 14-acre working farm is home to pigs, ponies, donkeys, goats, cows and sheep, which visitors can feed from a bag of food bought on site, alongside The Pavilion - Ireland's first covered outdoor playground - plus an astro pitch, grass football pitch and a flat walking trail around the farm. Booked time slots cover access to all the indoor facilities, while outdoor areas and the farm walk are open beyond that window. A Coffee Dock and courtyard dining area handle food, and the whole site is buggy and wheelchair friendly. Online booking is essential for indoor play, and children under 2 don't need to book.
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Galway Atlantaquaria - National Aquarium of Ireland
Overlooking Galway Bay in Salthill, this is Ireland's largest aquarium dedicated to native Irish species, drawing on more than 25 years of experience introducing families to life in Irish rivers, lakes and seas. Two floors of tanks lead visitors from freshwater habitats through to the Ocean Zone, with sharks, rays, an octopus display, a waterfall feature and a lively piranha tank among the highlights. Younger visitors especially enjoy the touch pools, where staff supervise gentle contact with starfish, spider crabs and rays, plus daily feeding talks that explain what each species eats and how it lives. The aquarium is fully wheelchair accessible and welcomes guide and assistance dogs, with a gift shop on site for a last stop before heading out. As an EAZA and BIAZA member with strong conservation credentials, including local beach clean campaigns, it blends entertainment with a genuine focus on ocean literacy. Most families spend around 45 minutes to just over an hour working through the exhibits, making it an easy add-on to a day in Salthill or along the Wild Atlantic Way. Under-12s must be accompanied by an adult throughout the visit.
View full details →Pelvic Health West
At Pelvic Health West in Oranmore Co. Galway, Orlaith offers pregnancy assessment and treatment to prepare for your upcoming labour and for the treatment of any pregnancy-related pain. Orlaith offers post-natal checks of the pelvic floor, core and pelvis from 6 weeks post-natal to guide you back to your exercise goals. Orlaith offers small-sized physio-led Pilates classes at her studio at Pelvic Health West. For mums struggling to get out to Pilates classes, Orlaith is now offering a range of Pilates courses online in your own time from the comfort of your own home! These can be purchased now at pelvichealthwest.ie. Orlaith also offers evidence-based assessment and treatment of pelvic floor dysfunction such as urinary or bowel incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse and pelvic pain.
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Woodford Parent & Toddler Group
Community parent and toddler group offering informal weekly playtime and social contact for local parents, carers and young children, held at Woodford Community/Youthclub Hall, Woodford, Co. Galway H62 YR74.
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The Little's Klub - Klub Malucha
Community parent and toddler group offering informal weekly playtime and social contact for local parents, carers and young children, held at The Polish House, Unit 1, Merlin Pk Industrial Estate, Doughiska Rd, Galway H91 VY70.
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Portumna Baby & Toddler Group
Community parent and toddler group offering informal weekly playtime and social contact for local parents, carers and young children, held at Portumna Courthouse, Main Street, Portumna, Co Galway H53 XN15.
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Little Waves Parent & Baby/Toddler Group
Community parent and toddler group offering informal weekly playtime and social contact for local parents, carers and young children, held at Maree Community Centre, Oranmore, Co. Galway.
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Grúpa Tuismitheoirí Leanaí Arann
Community parent and toddler group offering informal weekly playtime and social contact for local parents, carers and young children, held at Mainistir Inis Mór, Oileain Árann, Co.na Gaillimhe.
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Diamond Hill Parent & Toddler Group
Community parent and toddler group offering informal weekly playtime and social contact for local parents, carers and young children, held at Diamond Hill Community Sports Centre, Letterfrack, Co. Galway.
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Cumasú Parent, Baby & Toddler Group
Community parent and toddler group offering informal weekly playtime and social contact for local parents, carers and young children, held at Árd Family Resource Centre, Cumasú Centre, Doughiska Rd, Galway H91DKF7.
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Clontuskert Toddler & Baby Group
Community parent and toddler group offering informal weekly playtime and social contact for local parents, carers and young children, held at Clontuskert Community Hub, Crossconnell, Clontuskert, Ballinasloe, Co. Galway, H53D602.
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Clifden Parent & Toddler Group
Community parent and toddler group offering informal weekly playtime and social contact for local parents, carers and young children, held at Connemara Chamber Office, Galway Rd., Clifden, Co. Galway.
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Chat & Play Monivea
Community parent and toddler group offering informal weekly playtime and social contact for local parents, carers and young children, held at Fr. Sammon Centre, Monivea, Co. Galway.
View full details →Turtle Tots - Core Fitness Claregalway
Turtle Tots baby and toddler swimming lessons at Core Fitness Claregalway, part of the nationwide Turtle Tots Ireland franchise. Offers baby swimming lessons (3 - 17 months), pre-school swimming lessons (2.5 - 4.5 years), toddler swimming lessons (18 months - 2 years 11 months) in a warm teaching pool, with small class sizes and a structured, level-based curriculum.
View full details →Turtle Tots - The Ardilaun Hotel
Turtle Tots baby and toddler swimming lessons at The Ardilaun Hotel, part of the nationwide Turtle Tots Ireland franchise. Offers baby swimming lessons (3 - 17 months), pre-school swimming lessons (2.5 - 4.5 years), toddler swimming lessons (18 months - 2 years 11 months) in a warm teaching pool, with small class sizes and a structured, level-based curriculum.
View full details →Rugbytots - Claregalway
Rugbytots rugby classes for ages 2 to 5 years at Claregalway, Sunday. Run by Rugbytots West.
View full details →Rugbytots - Scoil Einde Boys N.S, Salthill, Galway
Rugbytots rugby classes for ages 2 to 5 years at Scoil Einde Boys N.S, Salthill, Galway, Saturday. Run by Rugbytots West.
View full details →Toddler Sense Galway
Baby Sensory's sister programme for toddlers, using music, sensory play, adventure-themed activities and structured discovery stations to support movement, language and problem-solving skills as they grow.
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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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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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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 Galway
Structured pre-school football classes focused on building confidence, coordination and social skills in a fun, pressure-free environment, led by specially trained coaches.
View full details →Water Babies - Enable Ireland Galway
Structured baby and toddler swimming lessons run by Water Babies, a UK-founded swim school franchise, progressing from parent-and-baby water confidence through to independent swimming skills for 4+ year olds, taught by SWIM England-qualified instructors in a heated pool (29-32C depending on age group).
View full details →Water Babies - Athenry Tranquillity Leisure and Spa (Raheen Woods Hotel)
Structured baby and toddler swimming lessons run by Water Babies, a UK-founded swim school franchise, progressing from parent-and-baby water confidence through to independent swimming skills for 4+ year olds, taught by SWIM England-qualified instructors in a heated pool (29-32C depending on age group).
View full details →Water Babies - Clayton Hotel Ballybrit
Structured baby and toddler swimming lessons run by Water Babies, a UK-founded swim school franchise, progressing from parent-and-baby water confidence through to independent swimming skills for 4+ year olds, taught by SWIM England-qualified instructors in a heated pool (29-32C depending on age group).
View full details →Water Babies - Waves Pool, John Paul Centre
Structured baby and toddler swimming lessons run by Water Babies, a UK-founded swim school franchise, progressing from parent-and-baby water confidence through to independent swimming skills for 4+ year olds, taught by SWIM England-qualified instructors in a heated pool (29-32C depending on age group).
View full details →Water Babies - Ocean Fitness (Salthill Hotel)
Structured baby and toddler swimming lessons run by Water Babies, a UK-founded swim school franchise, progressing from parent-and-baby water confidence through to independent swimming skills for 4+ year olds, taught by SWIM England-qualified instructors in a heated pool (29-32C depending on age group).
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Little Kickers County Galway
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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Structured pre-school football classes focused on building confidence, coordination and social skills in a fun, pressure-free environment, led by specially trained coaches.
View full details →Tuam All Stars Gymnastics Club
Gymnastics club offering recreational gymnastics classes and summer camps for kids.
View full details →Galway Community Circus - Youth Circus Tuam
Weekly youth circus classes including Flea Circus (5-7) and Junior Circus (8-12) covering aerial, manipulation, balance, acrobatics and clowning.
View full details →Drumadore (Tuam kids classes)
Group drumming classes for kids teaching rhythm through fun, friends and flow; beginner-friendly.
View full details →Dramatastic Tuam
Weekly drama/musical theatre style kids classes with age groups Theatre Tots, Dramatastic Dynamos and Starlight Performers.
View full details →Turtle Tots - Oranmore Lodge Hotel
Turtle Tots baby and toddler swimming lessons at Oranmore Lodge Hotel, part of the nationwide Turtle Tots Ireland franchise. Offers baby swimming lessons (3 - 17 months), pre-school swimming lessons (2.5 - 4.5 years), toddler swimming lessons (18 months - 2 years 11 months) in a warm teaching pool, with small class sizes and a structured, level-based curriculum.
View full details →Little Kickers - Oranmore (Maree Community Centre)
Football-based soccer classes for children run Saturday mornings; Little Kicks (1.5-2.5yrs), Junior Kickers (2.5-3.5yrs), Mighty Kickers (3.5yrs-5th birthday).
View full details →Fit and Funky Kids Club (Oranmore)
Multi-activity camps and classes including fun exercise games, dance, gymnastics, athletics and creative activities for kids.
View full details →Busy Bees - Children's Activity Centre (Oranmore)
Indoor activity centre for children 6 months-10 years with bouncing castles, play structures, and runs kids classes/sessions (e.g. Friday 10:30am class, €15).
View full details →Baby Sensory & Toddler Sense Galway (Oranmore classes)
Award-winning sensory development classes for babies (birth-13 months) and Toddler Sense classes for over 13 months, running weekly in Oranmore, Salthill and Athenry.
View full details →4M Dance Centre - Oranmore
Dance centre running weekly dance classes in Oranmore on Mondays (4:45-5:45pm), part of a wider dance school with performance shows.
View full details →Ultraflex Dance Academy (Athenry)
Dance academy running classes and summer sessions for children aged 8-12 in Athenry, Loughrea and Oranmore.
View full details →Senshin Sports - Athenry
Martial arts and gymnastics academy offering Judo and Gymnastics classes for children, teens and adults; Athenry classes include Little Ninjas (ages 4-6) and Fundamentals (beginner-friendly U12).
View full details →Fit and Funky Kids Club (Athenry)
Multi-activity camps and classes including fun exercise games, dance, gymnastics, athletics and creative activities for kids.
View full details →Baby Sensory & Toddler Sense Galway (Athenry classes)
Weekly Baby Sensory classes (birth-13 months) held at Raheen Woods Hotel's Tranquillity Leisure & Spa in Athenry; Toddler Sense classes also available for over 13 months.
View full details →Athenry Music School
Music school offering group classes in Suzuki strings and piano plus individual lessons in violin, viola, cello, double bass, ukulele, voice, woodwind, drums and traditional instruments.
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Rugbytots - Oranmore
Rugbytots' Oranmore sessions run on Saturdays at Calasanctius College in Co. Galway, for children aged 2 to 3.5 years. At this age, classes centre on basic movement, listening skills and following instructions through playful, rugby-themed games, with no contact or formal drills involved. The format is designed to build coordination and confidence in a relaxed, fun setting, giving toddlers an early taste of structured group activity and sport. It's a natural first step before moving into Rugbytots' older age groups. Check the Rugbytots website for current term dates and pricing for the Oranmore class.
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Club Vitae Oranmore - Summer Camps
Club Vitae Oranmore runs a range of summer camps for children and teens aged 4 to 15, spread across different weeks of the school holidays. The Swim Camp focuses on pool-based skills, while the Kids Activity Camp offers a broader mix of games and activities for younger attendees. Older teens can instead join the Teen S&C Camp, a strength-and-conditioning-focused option, giving families with a wider age spread of children several camps to choose between at the one venue.
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Loughrea Gymnastics
Loughrea Gymnastics offers classes for children from age 4 right through to the teenage years, giving a long-term pathway for kids who want to continue developing their gymnastics skills as they grow. Regular classes build strength, flexibility and body control progressively across the age groups. Summer camps are also available for ages 4 to 12, providing a holiday option for families who want their child to stay active and keep up gymnastics practice outside of term time.
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Little Kickers County Galway - Loughrea
Little Kickers County Galway also runs football classes for young children in Loughrea. As with other Little Kickers locations, sessions are built around fun, non-competitive games rather than formal training, introducing preschool and early primary-age children to basic football skills such as dribbling, passing and teamwork through imaginative, structured play. As a specific venue, schedule and pricing aren't listed here, parents in the Loughrea area are encouraged to contact Little Kickers County Galway directly to confirm current class locations, times and costs before booking.
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Aloha Kids Yoga and Mindfulness - Ballinasloe
Aloha Kids Yoga and Mindfulness runs yoga-based classes for children aged 4 to 12 at Crofty's Yard on Main Street, Ballinasloe, Co. Galway, meeting on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Classes are split into a Juniors group for ages 4 to 7 and a Seniors group for ages 8 to 12. Yoga and mindfulness activities can help children build body awareness, focus and simple relaxation techniques, offering a calmer alternative to more physically intense after-school activities.
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Dance Concepts - Moylough, Ballinasloe
Dance Concepts runs classes for children and teens aged 3 to 18 at the Moylough Community Resource Cultural and Heritage Centre near Ballinasloe, Co. Galway. The youngest dancers can join Tots & Tutus, a gentle introduction to movement and dance for preschoolers. Older children can move into Acro Dance or Ballet/Contemporary classes, giving a route from early years right through to teenage dance training within the one school.
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AKT Stage School - Ballinasloe
AKT Stage School's Ballinasloe branch runs drama classes at the Town Hall Theatre in the town. Holding classes in an actual theatre venue gives students a real stage setting to work in from early on, which can be a real draw for a stage school programme covering drama, movement and musical theatre-style performance skills for a range of ages. As specific age range, schedule and pricing aren't listed here, parents in the Ballinasloe area are encouraged to contact AKT Stage School directly to confirm current class times and costs at the Town Hall Theatre before enrolling.
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Rugbytots - Ballinasloe
Rugbytots holds Saturday sessions at Ballinasloe Ardscoil Mhuire in Co. Galway, for children aged 2 to 3.5 years. At this youngest age group, classes focus on basic movement, listening and following simple instructions through playful, rugby-themed games rather than any contact or formal skills. Sessions are designed to build coordination and confidence in a fun, low-pressure setting, giving toddlers an early, active introduction to sport alongside their peers. It's a gentle starting point for children who may go on to join Rugbytots' older age groups as they grow. Check the Rugbytots website for current term dates and pricing for the Ballinasloe class.
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Little Kickers County Galway - Ballinasloe
Little Kickers County Galway runs football classes for young children at McNevin Avenue in Ballinasloe. The Little Kickers approach favours fun, non-competitive games over formal drills, introducing preschool and early primary-age children to basic football skills like dribbling and passing through imaginative play, building coordination and teamwork along the way. As specific age range, schedule and pricing aren't listed here, parents in the Ballinasloe area are encouraged to contact Little Kickers County Galway directly to confirm current class times and costs before booking a place.
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Ballinasloe GAA - Easter Camp
Ballinasloe GAA runs a 3-day Easter camp for children aged 5 to 13, covering both hurling and football over the Easter break. The camp is hosted with the involvement of Galway hurlers, giving young players a chance to learn from and be inspired by senior county players. The camp costs €50 per child and includes a free jersey, adding a nice keepsake on top of the coaching itself for families in the Ballinasloe, Co. Galway area.
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Sara Falvey Yoga - Kids Yoga
Sara Falvey Yoga offers kids' yoga classes for children aged 6 and up at Yoga Darsana, based at the old driving range in Salthill, Galway. Yoga classes for this age group typically use simple poses, breathing exercises and games to build flexibility, balance and body awareness, while also introducing basic relaxation and mindfulness techniques in a calm, non-competitive setting. As specific schedule and pricing details aren't listed here, parents are encouraged to contact Sara Falvey Yoga directly to confirm current class times and costs before booking a place in Salthill.
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Emer MacDermott Art School
Emer MacDermott Art School offers art classes for children and young people. Art school classes of this kind typically build technical drawing and painting skills over time, moving beyond simple craft activities toward more considered work with a range of materials, in a small-group setting that allows for individual guidance and feedback. As this listing doesn't include an address, age range, schedule or pricing, parents interested in Emer MacDermott Art School are encouraged to make direct contact to confirm current class details before enrolling a child.
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Galway Community Circus - Toddler & Family Circus
Galway Community Circus's Toddler & Family Circus programme runs at Westside/Shantalla, Galway, with Toddler Circus for ages 1–4 attending with an adult, and Family Circus open to children aged 4+ along with younger or older siblings. A Renmore option is also available on Galway's East side for families who prefer that location. Both formats keep things non-competitive and playful, introducing young children to circus skills in a supportive group setting. This programme sits within Galway Community Circus's wider offering, which extends to Youth Circus classes for older children — see the main listing for full scheduling and pricing details.
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Water Babies
Water Babies runs swimming classes in Dunlo, Ballinasloe, Co. Galway, for children from young babies up to around 5 years old. Classes are kept small — 30 minutes long, with a maximum of 10 children and one carer per child — so each pair gets proper instructor attention. Water skills are taught gradually through song, play and repetition, keeping sessions playful rather than formal. As well as building swimming confidence, the classes give parents dedicated one-on-one time with their child. Term pricing for the Ballinasloe venue is available on enquiry.
View full details →Sugradh Creative/Messy Play Toddler Playgroup in Galway
Sugradh Creative/Messy Play also runs sessions in the Renmore area of Galway, following the same themed sensory tray format used across its classes — each week centred on a favourite children's book, with trays curated mainly for toddlers aged 18 to 36 months using non-toxic materials. The hour-long sessions include a short shared toy time to encourage early social skills alongside the sensory play. Sugradh's other classes run on Tuesdays in Athenry (at Kardio Kids, Raheen Woods Hotel) and on Fridays in Tuam and Loughrea; each session costs 16 euro. Contact Sugradh directly for the current schedule at this location.
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Sugradh Creative/Messy Play Toddler Playgroup in Galway
In Loughrea, County Galway, Sugradh runs its themed sensory tray class on Fridays, with each week's activity built around a different children's book. The trays are curated mainly for toddlers aged 18 to 36 months, using non-toxic materials to give younger children a hands-on, self-paced way to explore. Sessions run for an hour, with 10–15 minutes set aside for shared toy time to help children build early social skills in a relaxed setting. Sugradh's sister class in Athenry runs on Tuesdays at Kardio Kids, Raheen Woods Hotel, with a further Friday session in Tuam. Each class costs 16 euro.
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Phonics with Robot Reg Galway
In Mountbellew, County Galway, Phonics with Robot Reg runs early literacy classes for children aged three months to five years, using a curriculum developed by a primary school teacher and speech therapist. Sessions are split by age - Baby classes (3-12 months) for sensory exploration through nursery rhymes, Minis (1-2.5 years) and Preschooler (2.5-5 years) groups for foundational literacy skills through play. The Mountbellew class runs on Mondays; a second group meets in Oranmore on Tuesdays and Saturdays for families further south. A 6-8 week term costs €99-130, with a 3-week trial available for €49. Both parents/carers are welcome to attend. Book via www.phonicswithrobotreg.ie/galway or message Karen on 085 1850 286.
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Nurture and Play
In Craughwell, Co. Galway, Nurture and Play runs both Baby and Parent classes and Toddler-Preschool and Parent classes at St Michael's Community Centre, giving families a full progression of sessions as their child grows from baby to preschooler. The baby classes focus on gentle, sensory-led play and bonding with a parent or carer present throughout, while the toddler-preschool sessions offer more active, exploratory activities suited to older children. Nurture and Play also runs classes at Ballinderreen, Maree and Athenry elsewhere in the county. Classes cost 15 euro each, with no need to sign up for a full term.
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Nurture and Play
Nurture and Play holds its Athenry classes at Marie's Wellness Studio in Co. Galway, offering Baby and Parent sessions for the youngest children in a small, local setting. A parent or carer attends alongside their baby throughout the class. Sessions are built around play, sensory activity and music to support early development and bonding, while also giving parents a chance to connect with others locally. Nurture and Play runs further classes at Ballinderreen, Maree and Craughwell, with Toddler-Preschool options available for slightly older children at some of those venues. Each class is 15 euro, paid on a per-session basis.
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Nurture and Play
At Ballinderreen Community Centre in Co. Galway, Nurture and Play offers both Baby and Parent classes and Toddler-Preschool and Parent classes, making it one of the few venues in the network to cater across the full 0-3 age range at a single location. The baby sessions introduce the youngest children to play, music and sensory activity with a parent or carer alongside them, while the toddler-preschool classes build on this with more active, exploratory play suited to walking, talking toddlers. Nurture and Play runs sister classes at Maree, Athenry and Craughwell community venues elsewhere in Galway. Classes are priced at 15 euro each, with no need to commit to a term.
View full details →Little Kickers Galway
Little Kickers Galway runs classes at a venue in Galway (H91 PN50), for children from around 18 months to 7 years old, priced at €59. Football is used as the framework for developing fundamental movement skills — balance, agility and coordination — as well as social skills like listening, sharing and turn-taking. The four age-based stages are Little Kickers (18 months–2.5 years, a parent-and-toddler class with active participation required), Junior Kickers (2.5–3.5 years, increasingly independent), Mighty Kickers (3.5–5 years, mostly independent with parents on the sidelines), and Mega Kickers, which ends each session with a short match. A consistent "Play not Push" philosophy runs through all levels, encouraging children to take part at their own pace.
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Little Kickers Galway
Little Kickers runs preschool football sessions in Moylough More, Co. Galway, for children aged approximately 18 months to 7 years, at €59. The classes are play-orientated, using football to develop fundamental movement skills, coordination and social skills such as sharing and taking turns, alongside early concepts like numbers and colours. Children progress through four stages: Little Kickers (18 months–2.5 years, active parent participation), Junior Kickers (2.5–3.5 years, more independent), Mighty Kickers (3.5–5 years, mostly independent with parental support from the sidelines), and Mega Kickers, which adds a short match at the end. The "Play not Push" approach means children are gently encouraged to join in, with no pressure if they'd rather watch first.
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Little Kickers Galway
Little Kickers Galway holds classes at Newtown (Darcy), Co. Galway, for children aged around 18 months to 7 years, priced at €59. The sessions use football as a fun, play-based way to build core movement skills — balance, agility, coordination, running, hopping and jumping — plus social skills like listening and taking turns. Classes are split by developmental stage: Little Kickers (18 months–2.5 years) needs active parent involvement; Junior Kickers (2.5–3.5 years) allows more independence; Mighty Kickers (3.5–5 years) has children participating mostly on their own; and Mega Kickers finishes with a short match to prepare children for football academies. A "Play not Push" ethos runs through every level, letting children join in when they're ready.
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Little Kickers Galway
In Ballycuirke West, Co. Galway, Little Kickers runs its preschool football programme for children aged roughly 18 months to 7 years, costing €59. Classes build fundamental movement (balance, agility, coordination), gross motor skills like running and jumping, and early social skills such as sharing and taking turns. Age groups follow a developmental stage: Little Kickers (18 months–2.5 years) requires active parent participation, Junior Kickers (2.5–3.5 years) become more independent, Mighty Kickers (3.5–5 years) have parents supporting from the sidelines, and Mega Kickers rounds off with a short match. Throughout, the "Play not Push" philosophy keeps the emphasis on gentle encouragement rather than pressure.
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Little Kickers Galway
Little Kickers Galway offers its preschool football classes at a venue in Galway city (H91 E622), for children aged approximately 18 months to 7 years, at a cost of €59. Football is used as a vehicle for developing fundamental movement skills such as balance, agility and coordination, alongside early social skills like listening, sharing and taking turns. Children move through four stages based on developmental readiness: Little Kickers (18 months–2.5 years, active parent involvement), Junior Kickers (2.5–3.5 years, more independent participation), Mighty Kickers (3.5–5 years, mostly independent with parents on the side), and Mega Kickers, which finishes with a short match. The class follows a "Play not Push" approach, encouraging children to join in at their own pace.
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Lasting Touch Baby Massage
Lasting Touch Baby Massage's Craughwell class runs on Wednesday mornings from 10 to 11.30am, led by a registered midwife and certified infant massage instructor, for babies up to 12 months old with a parent or carer. The full course costs 150 euro, and up to 100 euro can often be reclaimed through health insurance. Bookings are for one parent and baby per class, though private home sessions can be arranged for families wanting other relatives to take part. Tea, coffee and a treat are included, and the same instructor also runs classes on other days in Athlone and Ballinasloe. Get in touch with Emily via email or Instagram (@lastingtouch_babymassge) to book.
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Kangoo Jumps Galway
Based at Unit 7B, Oranmore Business Park, Kangoo Jumps Galway runs rebound-boot fitness classes for children aged 6 and up together with parents and other adults. The main family session, Bonding Families, is for kids 6+ accompanied by a parent, guardian or grandparent, and meets Mondays at 6pm at Renmore Community Centre - using the special boots to build balance, coordination and cardio fitness with less joint impact than regular exercise. Beginner adult-only classes also run Tuesdays at Renmore and Fridays at Oranmore Maldron Hotel. Parents needn't stay for the children's class unless they want to join in. Bring comfortable workout clothes, long socks and a water bottle - boots are supplied. Pricing starts at €8 per child, with a six-week bundle at €75.
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Gort Parent & Toddler Group
The Gort Breastfeeding Support Group meets at the Gort Resource Centre on Church Street, Ballyhugh, on the first Thursday of every month from 10.30am to 1pm — free to attend, open to pregnant, breastfeeding, pumping or weaning mothers, with older siblings welcome too. The same community runs two other free groups in the area: the Gort Parent, Baby and Toddler Group at the ICA Hall on Fridays (10–11.30am, term time), and Gort Buggy Buddies, a Thursday morning walk-and-chat meetup at Coole Park tearooms. All three offer low-key ways for local parents to connect.
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Gort Parent & Toddler Group
Gort Buggy Buddies meets every Thursday at 10am outside the Coole Park tearooms gate, County Galway — a free, informal walk-and-chat meetup for parents with babies and toddlers, moving inside the café if the weather turns. A WhatsApp group keeps regular attendees up to date between meetups. It's run alongside two other free Gort groups: the Parent, Baby and Toddler Group at the ICA Hall on Fridays (10–11.30am, term time), and a monthly Breastfeeding Support Group at the Gort Resource Centre on Church Street, Ballyhugh, open to pregnant and breastfeeding mothers with older siblings welcome.
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Galway Community Circus
Shantalla is the main hub for Galway Community Circus, offering the widest range of classes: Toddler Circus for ages 1–4 with an adult on Mondays, Thursdays and Saturdays, Family Circus on Saturdays for ages 4+ with siblings (adults join in), and Youth Circus spanning ages 1–17 across weekly age groups (5–7, 8–11, 12–17), where parents don't stay. The philosophy is 'circus for all' — non-competitive sessions that build confidence and social skills through circus arts. Tea, coffee and social time are offered around Toddler and Family sessions. Galway Community Circus also runs classes in Renmore and Tuam, September to June with summer camps too. Fees vary by age, paid via monthly subscription; see galwaycommunitycircus.com.
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Babywearing ireland
Babywearing Ireland's Galway Sling Meet gives parents and carers of babies and toddlers up to age 3 the chance to get informal, peer-to-peer support with babywearing, led by experienced volunteers. It's a relaxed, welcoming space for sharing what's worked, rather than a source of professional advice. Through the meet, attendees can access the group's sling library, renting a stretchy wrap, woven wrap, ring sling, mei tai or soft structured carrier for a small fee and trying it at home for up to a month. The national library also delivers slings by courier for those who can't attend in person. Galway meets are usually held monthly; check Babywearing Ireland's social media pages for the next date.
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Baby & Toddler Group/Swimming Group
ARD Little Swimmers takes place on Thursday mornings, 10am–12pm during term time, at the Clayton Hotel on the Monivea Road in Ballybrit, Galway — a baby and toddler swimming session run by ARD Family Resource Centre for €10 per child per week. Places are in demand, so contacting the centre in advance to join the list is recommended. ARD also runs several other groups for families in the Ardaun, Roscam and Doughiska area, including a Tuesday Parent & Toddlers Group at Briar Hill Shopping Centre, a Wednesday drop-in at the CUMASÚ Centre, Monday Buggy Buddies, and Friday Mother and Baby Yoga. All sessions follow the school term, so it's worth checking social media before holidays.
View full details →Baby & Toddler Group/Swimming Group
ARD Family Resource Centre's Tuesday Parent & Toddlers Group meets at Kids Space in Briar Hill Shopping Centre, Galway, from 10am to 12pm during term time, at a cost of €5 per child — a chance for babies and toddlers to play while parents catch up with others at a similar stage. This is one of several groups run by ARD for families in the Ardaun, Roscam and Doughiska area. The centre also runs a Wednesday drop-in at its CUMASÚ Centre base on Doughiska Road, Little Swimmers sessions on Thursdays at the Clayton Hotel, Buggy Buddies on Mondays, and Mother and Baby Yoga on Fridays. Groups run in line with the school calendar, so check social media before holiday periods.
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Water Babies -Dublin
At Carrowmoneash in County Galway, Water Babies offers swimming classes for children from newborn to five years old, using the sessions for both developmental benefit and close bonding time between parent and child in the water. Classes are capped at 10 children with a carer each and run for 30 minutes, teaching water skills gradually through song, play and repetition.
View full details →Woodford/Surrounding Areas Parent Baby & Toddler Group
Woodford Parent, Baby & Toddler Group is a voluntary, parent-run group open to families in Woodford and the surrounding parts of Co. Galway. It meets at Woodford Youth Club Hall every Friday from 10am to 12pm during the school term, with a large selection of toys for children from newborn to five years old. There's no cost to attend, and all parents and carers are welcome to drop in. The group keeps an active Facebook page for updates - useful for checking exact restart dates after school holidays, which don't always line up with the term calendar. Contact woodfordplaygroup@gmail.com for more information.
View full details →Westside Parent Baby & Toddler Group
Westside Parent, Baby & Toddler Group meets at Westside Community Centre in Galway every Thursday from 10 to 11.30am during the school term, for parents, grandparents and guardians with children aged newborn to three. It's an easy way to meet other local families while the children play and get used to socialising with other kids. There's no charge to attend. Contact Ciara on 083 023 4390 or at ciara@gcp.ie for more information, and keep an eye on the group's social media, since the return date after school holidays can shift from the usual term dates.
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Westside Library - Toddler Story Group
Westside Library on Seamus Quirke Road, Galway runs a free weekly Storytime for children up to school age every Friday at 3.30pm. Parents and childminders are welcome to bring little ones along to help the librarian choose a selection of picture books, which the group then reads together. It's a relaxed, low-key session that helps build early language and a love of books, with no need to book ahead. The library also runs extra activities for children during school holidays - contact westside@galwaylibrary.ie to find out what's coming up.
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Universal Rhythmic Gymnastics Club -Salthill
Universal Rhythmic Gymnastics Club in Salthill, Galway teaches rhythmic gymnastics to children aged 4 to 14 in small groups at Salthill-Knocknacarra GAA Club on Doctor Mannix Road. Classes run for an hour and cover the core apparatus of the sport - ribbon, ball, hoop, rope and clubs - alongside forward rolls, balance work and flexibility, all performed to music. Alongside the physical skills, the classes build coordination and body expression in a fun, low-pressure environment suited to complete beginners as well as those looking to progress further. Monthly fees run from €50 to €60 depending on the group, and new members are welcome to sign up and try a class.
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Tuam Library - Toddler Group/ Breastfeeding Group/ Storytime
Tuam Library in County Galway runs a range of free family events throughout the year, especially around school holidays. Alongside its regular Rhyme Time session (songs and stories for under-fives, every Wednesday at 11am), the library hosts Storytime every Friday at 3.30pm for children aged 5 and up - a relaxed way to end the week with stories before borrowing books to take home. A Breastfeeding Support Group also meets on the second Thursday of each month at 10.30am, giving mums a space to chat and share experiences. All sessions are free. Location: Tuam Library, High St, Corralea West, Tuam, Co. Galway, H54 F627. Contact tuam@galwaylibrary.ie for current times and any updates.
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Tuam Library - Baby and Toddler Group
Tuam Library in County Galway runs a free Rhyme Time session for babies and toddlers every Wednesday at 11am - thirty minutes of songs, nursery rhymes and stories aimed at the library's youngest members. It's a relaxed, informal way for parents and carers to introduce children to books and music from an early age, with no need to book in advance. Location: Tuam Library, High St, Corralea West, Tuam, Co. Galway, H54 F627. The session is free, and the library also runs other family events throughout the year - contact tuam@galwaylibrary.ie for details.
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Tots Football Fun - Salthill
Tots Football Fun in Salthill offers a weekly introduction to football for children from 18 months to 5 years old, run inside an inflatable pitch at Salthill Knocknacarra GAA Club on Dr Mannix Road, Galway. Each session opens with free play before moving into games and activities designed to build early football skills alongside general coordination and listening skills. Sunday sessions are split by age: 9.30-10.15am for 18 months to 3 years, and 10.15-11am for 3 to 5 year-olds. Cost is €40, and a free trial session is available for families wanting to try before signing up.
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Tots Ballet
Tots Ballet at Galway Dance Centre in Terryland Retail Park on the Headford Road introduces two, three and four-year-olds to creative movement and the basics of ballet technique. Classes run on Saturdays at 11.45am, and parents are welcome to sit and watch from the studio. At this age the focus is on musicality, coordination and following simple sequences rather than formal technique, building confidence and a love of dance that can carry into later ballet grades. Cost is €10 per class. For bookings or more information, email christinadancecentre@gmail.com.
View full details →Sugradh Creative/Messy Play Toddler Playgroup in Galway
Sugradh's Athenry class meets on Tuesdays from 10.30 to 11.30am at Kardio Kids, Raheen Woods Hotel, with each week built around a themed sensory tray inspired by a well-loved children's book. Trays are designed mainly for the 18–36 month age range, letting toddlers explore textures and sensory materials at their own pace, with all products chosen to be non-toxic. About 10–15 minutes of each hour-long session is set aside for shared toy time, giving children a gentle introduction to social play in a safe group setting. The same format runs on Fridays in Tuam and Loughrea, and classes cost 16 euro each.
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Stuntworx Elite Gymnastics and Cheerleading
Stuntworx Elite in Galway offers gymnastics and cheerleading for children aged 4 to 15, catering for both recreational and competitive levels, alongside a recreational ninja warrior class on Fridays. Gymnastics and cheerleading sessions run across the week, Monday to Saturday, so there's flexibility to find a slot that suits. Parents can drop athletes at the door or watch from the small foyer area. Children should come with water and wear suitable workout clothing - no strings, skirts or jewellery, since these can catch on apparatus. A gymnastics or cheerleading trial session costs €15, a good way to try before committing to a term.
View full details →Renmore Parent Baby & Toddler Group
Renmore Parent, Baby & Toddler Group meets every Tuesday from 10 to 11.30am during the school term at Renmore Community Centre on Renmore Avenue, Galway. It's a pop-in session for parents, childminders and grandparents with children from newborn to preschool age, and new faces are always made welcome. There's a good supply of toys to keep little ones busy, and the group occasionally brings in special guests or hosts events through the year. Cost is €3 per family. Contact lodonnell1@gmail.com for details, and keep an eye on social media since the restart date after school holidays doesn't always match the term calendar exactly.
View full details →Portumna Library - Toddler (up to 5) Storytime / Lego Group
Portumna Library on Castle Ave in Portumna Demesne, Co. Galway runs two free weekly sessions for younger children back to back on Fridays. Storytime at 3pm is a relaxed listen-along session for children up to school age, with parents and childminders welcome to join in for a story or two. Straight after, at 3.30pm, the same room turns into Lego Time, where kids build individually or in small groups, whatever their imagination comes up with. Both are drop-in and completely free of charge. The library also puts on extra events during school holidays, so it's worth checking in with staff or contacting portumna@galwaylibrary.ie for what's on.
View full details →Phonics with Robot Reg Galway
Phonics with Robot Reg Galway runs early literacy classes at Oranmore Community Centre for children from three months to five years old, developed by a primary school teacher in collaboration with a speech therapist. Classes are split by age: Baby sessions (3-12 months) focus on sensory exploration through nursery rhymes, while Minis (1-2.5 years) and Preschooler (2.5-5 years) groups build foundational language and early literacy skills through play. The Oranmore group meets on Tuesdays and Saturdays; a linked group also runs in Mountbellew on Mondays. A term of 6-8 weeks costs between €99 and €130, or families can try a 3-week trial for €49. Book at www.phonicswithrobotreg.ie/galway or message Karen on 085 1850 286.
View full details →Outdoor Playgroup for toddlers to 10 years - Down to Earth
Run by Down to Earth Forest School at Brigit's Garden in Pollagh, Rosscahil, Co. Galway, this outdoor programme gets children outside in all seasons rather than in a classroom. Little Twigs is the parent-and-toddler strand, for babies up to preschool age, with free play, crafts, stories, songs, a mud kitchen and a campfire, usually on Wednesdays from 10 to 11.30am. Older children aged 5 to 10 can join Woodland Wildlings, held the same day from 3 to 5pm, building on the same woodland setting with games, seasonal crafts, bushcraft skills, campfire time and foraging. Both groups sign up by term rather than drop-in, at €90 for a 6-week term (€75 for siblings). Check the Down to Earth Galway social pages for current dates, or email downtoearthgalway@gmail.com.
View full details →Oughterard / Clann / Corrib Parent, Baby & Toddler Group
The Oughterard branch of the Clann/Corrib Parent, Baby & Toddler Group meets at the back of Oughterard Community Centre on Main Street, Co. Galway, with easy parking right up to the door for unloading buggies and little ones. It's a pop-in session open to parents, grandparents and childminders with babies through to five-year-olds, run by volunteers with support from the Clann Resource Centre. Sessions take place every Monday and Friday from 10am to 12pm during the school term, with tea, toys and free play on offer while the adults get a chance to chat. It's a voluntary €3 per family, and newcomers are always welcome to just turn up. For more details contact developmentofficer@clannrescentre.com.
View full details →Oranmore Library - Story time for toddlers to under 5s
Oranmore Library, on tSráid Mhór in Órán Mór, County Galway, runs a free weekly Storytime session for parents, childminders and children up to school age, held every Friday at midday - a relaxed midweek outing built around stories and books rather than free play. The library also runs additional events for young children during school holidays, so it's worth checking in beyond the regular Friday slot throughout the year. Contact oranmore@galwaylibrary.ie for details on Storytime and other upcoming activities.
View full details →Nurture and Play
Nurture and Play runs Baby and Parent classes at Maree Community Centre in Co. Galway, part of a small network of parent-and-child sessions held across the county. Classes are designed for babies and toddlers up to age 3, with a parent or carer taking part alongside their child throughout. Sessions focus on early development through play, song and sensory activity, giving babies a gentle introduction to structured group classes while parents get the chance to meet others in the local area. Nurture and Play also runs classes in Ballinderreen, Athenry and Craughwell, with Toddler-Preschool options available at some venues for slightly older children. Each class costs 15 euro, payable per session.
View full details →Maree Parent Baby & Toddler Group
Also known as the Little Waves Playgroup, Maree Parent Baby & Toddler Group meets every Thursday from 10 to 11.30am at Maree Community Centre in Garraun Upper, County Galway, welcoming mammies, daddies and all carers with children from birth to five. With plenty of toys on offer, it's the kind of morning that leaves little ones ready for a nap by home time. Cost is €3 per family; contact aorourke2002@hotmail.com for more information on joining this Oranmore-area group.
View full details →Loughrea Parent Baby & Toddler Group
Run by Loughrea Family Resource Centre, this parent, baby and toddler group meets every Wednesday from 10 to 11.30am at the centre on Pigott's Street, Loughrea, County Galway, suitable for all babies and children under five. Mums, dads, aunts, uncles, grandparents and childminders are all welcome, and no booking is needed - families can simply pop in. Cost is €3 per family. Contact familysupport@loughreafamilyresourcecentre.ie for more details on this well-established local group.
View full details →Little Kickers Galway
Little Kickers Galway runs its preschool football programme at venues in Garraun Upper and Glennagloghaun South, Co. Galway, for children aged roughly 18 months to 7 years, priced at €59. Classes use football to build movement skills — balance, agility, coordination, running, hopping and jumping — alongside social skills like listening, sharing and taking turns. Children are grouped by stage: Little Kickers (18 months–2.5 years) is a parent-and-toddler class with active parental involvement; Junior Kickers (2.5–3.5 years) start to participate more independently; Mighty Kickers (3.5–5 years) mostly go it alone; and Mega Kickers ends with a short match. The programme follows a "Play not Push" philosophy throughout, gently encouraging participation without pressure.
View full details →Kinvara Parent Baby & Toddler Group
Kinvara Parent Baby & Toddler Group meets every Wednesday from 10am to noon at Kinvara Community Centre on Glebe Road, County Galway, welcoming mums, dads and carers with children from birth to five for a morning of play and conversation, with plenty of toys to keep little ones entertained. The group occasionally brings in special guests to run workshops, and hosts an annual jumble sale that doubles as a chance to pick up a bargain. Rather than a fixed fee, attendance is by donation, typically €2-€4; contact karenconneely@gmail.com for more information.
View full details →Kinvara Mum to-Be & New Mum Social Group
Kinvara Mum to-Be & New Mum Social Group meets every second Tuesday from 9.30 to 11am at SIAR Café on The Quay in Kinvara, County Galway, offering peer-led support and advice for women who are pregnant or in their first year of motherhood. Over tea and cake, it's a chance to connect with others navigating the same tiredness and joy that comes with a new baby. There's no charge to attend, and a WhatsApp group helps members keep track of upcoming meet-ups. Contact the group through its Facebook page for the latest schedule and to join.
View full details →Kangoo Jumps Galway
Kangoo Jumps Galway offers a high-energy, low-impact rebound-boot workout suitable for children aged 6 and up, alongside parents and other adults. The Bonding Families class - for kids 6+ with a parent, guardian or grandparent - runs on Mondays at 6pm at Renmore Community Centre, using special rebound boots to build balance, coordination and cardiovascular fitness while reducing impact on joints. Beginner adult classes also run on Tuesdays at Renmore and Fridays at the Oranmore Maldron Hotel. Caregivers aren't required to stay for the children's session - they can join in, or drop off and collect afterwards. Kids should wear comfortable workout clothes and long socks (boots are provided) and bring a water bottle. A six-week bundle costs €75, with single child sessions at €8.
View full details →Headford/ Cloughanover Parent Baby & Toddler Group
Headford/Cloughanover Parent Baby & Toddler Group meets every Wednesday from 10am to noon at Cloughanover Community Hall on Headford Road, Galway, open to mums, dads, grandparents and carers with children from birth to five. There's a good range of toys to keep little ones entertained while the adults enjoy a tea or coffee together, and a WhatsApp group keeps everyone updated between sessions. Pricing scales with family size: €4 for one child, €6 for two, and €8 for three or more. It's worth checking social media for the restart date after school holidays, as it doesn't always align exactly with term time; contact josephine.chini@icloud.com.
View full details →Gort Parent & Toddler Group
Gort Parent, Baby and Toddler Group meets at the ICA Hall on Bolands Lane, Gort, every Friday from 10 to 11.30am during the school term, and is free to attend. There's no social media page for this particular group, so it's best to contact the organiser directly by email to confirm dates. The same community also runs Gort Buggy Buddies, a Thursday morning walk-and-chat meetup outside Coole Park tearooms, and a monthly Gort Breastfeeding Support Group at the Gort Resource Centre on Church Street, Ballyhugh — both free and open to families in the area.
View full details →Garrafrauns Parent Baby & Toddler Group
Also known as Playful Pals, Garrafrauns Parent Baby & Toddler Group meets every Wednesday from 10am to noon at Garrafrauns Community Centre, County Galway, welcoming mums, dads, grandparents and carers with children from birth to five. There's a generous spread on offer too - tea, coffee, juice, biscuits, fruit and marshmallows - alongside plenty of toys to keep the kids busy. Cost is €4 per family. It's a well-supplied, sociable weekly session for families in the Garrafrauns area; contact egkilgarriff@hotmail.com for more details.
View full details →Galway Community Circus
Galway Community Circus runs a circus arts programme for ages 1 to 17 (and adults) from locations across Galway, including Renmore on the city's Eastside. The philosophy is 'circus for all' — non-competitive, creative sessions that build confidence, resilience and social skills for children of every level and ability. At Renmore, Toddler Circus runs on Fridays for ages 1–4 with an adult (participation optional but adults must stay), and Youth Circus is available for ages 1–12. The main hub is in Shantalla, with a further Youth Circus location in Tuam. Classes run September to June with summer camps also on offer; fees vary by age group, paid via monthly subscription, with some trials available. Full details at galwaycommunitycircus.com.
View full details →Galway City Library - Baby & Toddler Group
Galway City Library, based at Hynes Buildings on St Augustine Street, runs a free Rhyme Time session every Friday at 11.30am for babies and toddlers, mixing songs, rhymes, stories and music into a lively half hour that little ones are encouraged to join in with. The library runs additional activities for children across the community throughout the year, including extra sessions during school holidays, so it's worth checking in beyond the regular weekly slot. Contact city@galwaylibrary.ie for more information on Rhyme Time and other upcoming events.
View full details →Football Fun & Development - Renmore
In Renmore, Galway, Football Fun & Development runs weekly sessions on Wednesdays for children aged 5 to 12, open to boys and girls of any ability. Rather than focusing purely on football technique, sessions use the game as a vehicle for wider development - building teamwork, trust, respect, effort and kindness alongside core ball skills, in an environment designed for children to express themselves and make friends. New families are offered a free three-week trial before committing. Football Fun & Development also runs a Tuesday group in Ballinfoile for those on the other side of Galway.
View full details →Football Fun & Development - Ballinfoile
Football Fun & Development runs weekly sessions in Ballinfoile, Galway, for children aged 5 to 12, with a free three-week trial for new families to see if it's the right fit. Sessions welcome boys and girls of any ability and use football as a tool for broader development - alongside ball skills, children build teamwork, trust, respect, effort and kindness in a supportive, expressive environment. The Ballinfoile group meets on Tuesdays. Football Fun & Development also runs a separate group in Renmore on Wednesdays for families on that side of the city.
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Flying High Fitness
Flying High Fitness runs a parent-and-toddler aerial fitness session in Galway (H91 YC61), for babies and toddlers aged 0 to 3 along with a parent or caregiver. Children get to explore aerial hammocks in a relaxed setting, with stories and songs woven in for the youngest ones and a hammock for gentle relaxation. The Galway class runs Thursdays at 10am and Saturdays at 11.15am, with tea and coffee available for parents. Booking is essential, and there's a sister class in Limerick on Tuesdays at 10am. Pricing is 45 euro for a term of 4 classes; contact info@flyinghighfitness.com to book.
View full details →Craughwell Baby & Toddler Group
Craughwell Parent, Baby and Toddler Group meets every Tuesday from 10am to noon at St Michael's Community Centre in Craughwell, County Galway, with plenty of toys and floor mats set up for babies alongside space for toddlers and preschoolers to play. Tea and good conversation are on offer for the mums, dads, grandparents and carers who bring them along. Cost is €4 per family, and the group can be reached through its Facebook page for updates on session times and any special events through the year.
View full details →Corofin Parent, Baby & Toddler Group
Corofin Parent, Baby & Toddler Group meets every Wednesday from 9.15 to 11.45am at Dr Duggan Hall in Ballybanagher, County Galway (with an occasional Saturday session too), on a drop-in basis for children from birth to five. There's a well-stocked toy selection to keep little ones entertained, and a chance for mums, dads, grandparents and carers to have a chat over tea. The group also marks occasions like Halloween and Christmas with festive activities for the children. Cost is €5 per family; contact maireflaherty@gmail.com for more information.
View full details →Claregalway Parent, Baby & Toddler Group
Claregalway Parent, Baby & Toddler Group meets every Tuesday from 10am to noon at Claregalway Community Centre in Lakeview, County Galway, welcoming mums, dads, carers and grandparents with children from birth to five. There's a good supply of toys for the kids and tea, coffee and other refreshments for the adults. At €3 per family, it's a sociable weekly fixture for families in Claregalway. Note that the group's social media hasn't been updated recently, so it's worth emailing fi.dwyer@gmail.com directly to confirm current session details before a first visit.
View full details →Ballygar Parent, Baby & Toddler Group
Ballygar Parent, Baby & Toddler Group meets every Tuesday from 11am to 1pm at the Old School Building on Market Square, Ballygar, County Galway. It's a drop-in session, so there's no obligation to attend every week - parents can pop in as it suits to meet others in the community over a cup of tea while children play safely. The group has no social media presence, so the best way to find out more is to contact Danielle directly on 087 137 7908. There's no charge to attend, and children from birth to five are welcome.
View full details →Ballybane Library - Toddler Group / Junior Book Club
Ballybane Library on Castlepark Road, Galway, runs two separate free sessions for different ages. Rhyme Time, aimed at parents and toddlers, is a fun hour of stories, songs and rhymes held every Friday at 11am, while the Junior Book Club, 'The Find Outers', gives children aged eight to eleven a chance to read and discuss books together on the third Saturday of each month at 2.30pm. Both sessions are free to attend, making the library a useful resource for families with children across a wide age range. Contact ballybane@galwaylibrary.ie for more information on either group.
View full details →Ballinfoile Parent, Baby & Toddler Group
Ballinfoile Parent, Baby & Toddler Group meets every Wednesday from 9.30 to 11am at the Ballinfoile Castlegar Neighbourhood Centre on Headford Road, Galway, offering a relaxed setting for parents and carers with children from birth to four years old. Alongside free play and activities, the group is a good way to stay connected with what's happening locally for young families. There's no charge to attend; email roselyn.carroll@gmail.com for more information on this Galway city group.
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Ballinasloe/Killalaghton Parent Baby & Toddler Group
Ballinasloe/Killalaghton Parent, Baby and Toddler Group has traditionally met every Thursday from 10am to noon at Killalaghton Hall in Killoran, near Ballinasloe, County Galway, offering mums with babies and preschool-age children a weekly coffee and an informal chat, free of charge. As availability can change, it's worth checking the group's Facebook page before planning a visit to confirm the session is still running and to get the latest details on timing and format.
View full details →Ballinasloe Library - Story time for toddlers to under 5s
Ballinasloe Library on Society Street, Townparks, County Galway, runs a free weekly Storytime session for parents, childminders and children up to school age, held every Friday at 2.15pm - a relaxed, no-cost way to build a reading habit early and get out of the house for the afternoon. The library also puts on additional events for young children during school holidays, so it's worth checking in beyond the regular weekly slot. Contact ballinasloe@galwaylibrary.ie for details on Storytime and any extra sessions running throughout the year.
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Baby Massage with Kathryn
Kathryn is a Certified Infant Massage Instructor (CIMI) who runs baby massage classes in Portumna, County Galway, for babies from newborn up to crawling age. Group sessions give parents dedicated time with their baby alongside other families, in a relaxed setting with beverages and snacks provided - a chance to learn massage skills, bond with your baby and meet other local parents. A five-week block of group classes costs €120, much of which is often reimbursable through health insurance. Individual classes are also available over three weeks for the same price, recommended for babies with doctor-diagnosed colic or other specific needs before joining a group. Booking is essential as spaces fill quickly - message 085 720 7677. Kathryn also runs classes in Nenagh, County Tipperary.
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Baby Massage Oranmore
Baby Massage Oranmore runs small-group classes weekly over a five-week term in Oranmore, County Galway, each session lasting an hour and a half. Classes are baby-led, suitable from birth right through to the active crawling stage, giving parents a structured introduction to massage techniques alongside other new families locally. For those who prefer more individual attention, 1:1 sessions are also available alongside the group option. A five-week term costs €130, working out as a fuller, more instructional alternative to a free drop-in baby group.
View full details →Baby & Toddler Group/Swimming Group
ARD Family Resource Centre runs parent-and-baby groups from its base at the CUMASÚ Centre on Doughiska Road, Galway (H91 DKF7), serving families in Ardaun, Roscam and Doughiska. The Wednesday drop-in (10am–12pm, term time, €3 per child) is an informal playgroup for babies through preschoolers, with tea and coffee for parents while the kids play. The centre also hosts Buggy Buddies on Mondays (€10 for 6 weeks) and Mother and Baby Yoga on Fridays (€5 per session). ARD additionally runs a Tuesday group at Briar Hill Shopping Centre and Little Swimmers at the Clayton Hotel on Thursdays. Groups follow the school term, so check social media before holidays.
View full details →Athenry Parent, Baby & Toddler Group
Athenry Parent, Baby & Toddler Group meets every Monday from 10 to 11.30am at Athenry Community Hall on Cross Street (near the credit union), County Galway, giving newborns through to preschoolers a dedicated space to play - a baby corner with mats and soft toys sits alongside a separate toddler section. It's a relaxed setting for meeting other parents in the area over tea or coffee, with children from birth to five welcome throughout the term. Cost is €3 per family; email athenryplaygroup@gmail.com for more information.
View full details →Art Room 109
Art Room 109 runs child-led art sessions for parents and walking toddlers aged 1 to 5, built around open-ended play rather than formal instruction. Each 60-minute class offers up to six sensory and creative stations, using homemade, natural, taste-safe materials and washable non-toxic paint, winding down with ten minutes of bubbles, music and parachute play. Based in Kinvara, Co. Galway, the business travels to bring classes to several locations: Maree/Oranmore on Tuesdays and one Sunday a month, Kinvara on Fridays, and glór in Ennis on Thursdays once a month. Parents stay and supervise throughout, since it's fully child-led with no formal teaching. Pricing is €15.50 drop-in or €45 for a 3-week term. Book via buk.ie/109, and follow @art_room_109 on Instagram for the current timetable.
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XVAcademy – Football Academy
XVAcademy Football Academy runs coaching sessions from the XVArena Football Hub in Ballybane, Co. Galway, for children and young players of all abilities. Sessions focus on technical skills, game intelligence, confidence and teamwork, delivered by experienced, qualified coaches. Both boys and girls are welcome, with structured training designed to help players progress whatever their starting point, from complete beginners to those looking to develop their game further. Alongside regular coaching, the academy runs small group training and seasonal camps, with an emphasis on respect, hard work and enjoyment throughout.
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Galway Cookery Classes
These Irish baking and cooking classes run from a country home in Kilcolgan, on Galway's west coast, covering everything from scone and bread making to Irish stew, apple pie and Irish coffee. Menus can be personalised around specific dishes or dietary requirements on request. Classes run for about two hours with a maximum of six people, finishing with tea or coffee to enjoy the results of the session. Email galwaycookeryclasses@gmail.com to book.
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What kinds of kids activities are available in Galway?
The categories with the most listings are Parent-and-toddler (55), Football (16), Developmental (13), Swimming (10), Gymnastics (5), Dance (4), Rugby (4), Sports (4), and 9 more.
What age range do kids activities and classes in Galway cover?
Across the listings on this page, ages run from birth up to 18 years. 111 of the 125 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 Galway cost?
7 of the 125 listings publish a price, ranging from €10 to €14. 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 Galway?
Yes — 17 of the 125 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 Galway?
It varies by provider: of the 125 listings, 23 are parent-accompanied. The rest do not state a policy — assume younger age groups are parent-accompanied unless the provider says otherwise.