Kids Activities in Kerry
Browse 91 kids activities and classes in Kerry. Popular categories in Kerry include Parent-and-toddler, Music, Drama.
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Happy Hilltop art workshops
Four children maximum for a calm atmosphere, 1:1 attention, and loads of fun! Nature walks and dancing may also be offered if the children are interested.
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Aqua Dome Tralee
One of Ireland's largest indoor waterworlds, based in Tralee, County Kerry on the Wild Atlantic Way, and built to keep the water warm and the fun going regardless of the weather outside. The main pool hall combines a High Flume slide, a wave pool, a Lazy River and River Rapids, plus outdoor Falling Rapids for those who want a splash of fresh air. Younger children have their own shallow pools and Kiddies White Slides, along with playful features like Gushers, Geysers, water sprays and a giant mushroom fountain. Adults can retreat to the Vitality Spa's plunge pools and whirlpool spas, or use the on-site gym, while a poolside café covers refreshments without needing to leave the building. No advance booking is required for general admission - visitors simply pay on arrival, though groups of ten or more are asked to book a day ahead. Under-2s get in for a nominal fee, and family packages offer a 10% discount for two adults with two or more children. Long opening hours on weekdays (until 10pm) make it a flexible after-school or evening option as well as a full day out.
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Dingle Oceanworld
Founded in 1996 by marine biologist Dr Kevin Flannery and local business partners, Dingle Oceanworld describes itself as Ireland's largest and most diverse aquarium, set on the edge of Dingle town in County Kerry. The self-guided route takes in a shark tank, an Amazon river zone, a Butterfly Oasis, and cold-water residents including Asian short-clawed otters and gentoo and Humboldt penguins in the Penguin Coast exhibit. Daily feeding times and aquarist talks run throughout the day, and visitors who book ahead get the chance to interact closely with rays and other touchable species. Most people spend around an hour working through the exhibits, though there's no time limit once inside, and a licensed café and gift shop sit alongside the main tanks. The aquarium is a genuine conservation and education operation as much as a visitor attraction, running an online learning hub, school group bookings and work experience placements, with a stated mission to protect, promote and preserve marine environments. School tours can be arranged with guided options, while the general visit is self-directed. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
View full details →Kenmare Bay Boat Tours
Kenmare Bay Boat Tours is a family-run business that provides unforgettable boat tours along the coastline. Our guided excursions explore the incredible wildlife and stunning scenery of Kenmare Bay. Guests can spot goats and horses roaming on our local islands and see seals basking in the sun on the rocks, all while our experienced skippers offer insightful commentary. We are just a 5-minute walk from Kenmare Town Centre, making us easily accessible. Enjoy a fascinating guided tour of Kenmare Bay aboard our 72-passenger boat. For those looking for something special, we offer Private Boat Charters, perfect for celebrating birthdays, anniversaries, and other special occasions. Our tailored tours create the ideal setting for unforgettable family memories. We also welcome group tours, school outings, and more, ensuring that every moment on the water is designed for fun and connection. Book your private charter today to make your family's celebration truly exceptional! Gift cards are also available if you would like to share this experience with someone special. We look forward to welcoming you to explore Kenmare Bay! Discover unforgettable family adventures with our Private Boat Charters! Whether you're celebrating a birthday, anniversary, or any special occasion, our tailored tours provide the perfect setting for cherished memories. Join us for group tours, school outings, and more, where every moment on the water is designed for fun and connection. Book your private charter today and make your family's celebration truly exceptional! Gift cards are also available. We look forward to welcoming you to explore Kenmare Bay! https://www.tripadvisor.ie/Attraction_Review-g211860-d25383590-Reviews-Kenmare_Bay_Boat_Tours-Kenmare_County_Kerry.html
View full details →O'Day Football Academy
Football for Boys & Girls aged 6-16 Passionate About Football
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Sliabh Luachra Toddler Group
Community parent and toddler group offering informal weekly playtime and social contact for local parents, carers and young children, held at Old Chapel Lane Towbwee, Castleisland.
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Listowel FRC / Tiny Tots Parent and Toddler Group
Community parent and toddler group offering informal weekly playtime and social contact for local parents, carers and young children, held at Listowel Family Resource Centre, John B. Keane Road, Listowel, V31 EC62..
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Tralee Internal Resource Centre (TIRC) Parent & Toddler Group
Community parent and toddler group offering informal weekly playtime and social contact for local parents, carers and young children, held at Tralee, contact Theresa to book a place.
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Áiseanna na hÓige Play and Stay
Community parent and toddler group offering informal weekly playtime and social contact for local parents, carers and young children, held at Áiseanna Na hÓige, Dingle, V92DT44.
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Cromane Parent and Toddler Group
Community parent and toddler group offering informal weekly playtime and social contact for local parents, carers and young children, held at Cromane Community Centre, Upper Cromane, Killorglin, V93E52N.
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Community Inclusion International Parent & Toddler Group
Community parent and toddler group offering informal weekly playtime and social contact for local parents, carers and young children, held at Ballybunion Community Centre, Ballybunion, V31TV25.
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Comharchumann Forbartha an Leith Triuigh Toddler Group
Community parent and toddler group offering informal weekly playtime and social contact for local parents, carers and young children, held at Halla le Chéile, Cloghane, V92DK4C.
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Castlegregory Community Council Baby and Toddler Group
Community parent and toddler group offering informal weekly playtime and social contact for local parents, carers and young children, held at The Club Rooms, Tailors Row, Castlegregory, V92 FH32..
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Blennerville Parent & Toddler Group
Community parent and toddler group offering informal weekly playtime and social contact for local parents, carers and young children, held at Blennerville Community Rooms, V92YR25.
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Ballybunion Tir na nÓg Parent and Toddler Group
Community parent and toddler group offering informal weekly playtime and social contact for local parents, carers and young children, held at Ballybunion Community Centre, Ballybunion, V31TV25.
View full details →Turtle Tots - Aqua Dome Tralee
Turtle Tots baby and toddler swimming lessons at Aqua Dome Tralee, part of the nationwide Turtle Tots Ireland franchise. Offers baby swimming lessons (3 - 17 months), 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 - Ballybunion Health and Leisure
Turtle Tots baby and toddler swimming lessons at Ballybunion Health and Leisure, part of the nationwide Turtle Tots Ireland franchise. Offers 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 →CCÉ Tuosist-Kenmare
Local Comhaltas branch; junior membership exists, confirm current kids timetable.
View full details →CCÉ Listowel
Saturday children's trad classes at the Seanchaí Centre, 11:30-14:00.
View full details →CCÉ Cill Airne (Killarney Comhaltas)
Kerry Comhaltas branch with junior class notices.
View full details →CCÉ Craobh Thrá Lí (Tralee Comhaltas)
Weekly junior trad music classes, advertised on kerrycomhaltas.ie.
View full details →Killelton Equine
AIRE-approved North Kerry yard; confirm junior lesson timetable before booking.
View full details →Streamside Stables
Family AIRE yard: recurring kids group lessons plus holiday pony camps.
View full details →Cantarina Music & Dance / Kerry Tap Ensemble
Recurring tap plus music/dance school run by Dr Trish Melton.
View full details →South Kerry Youth Theatre
Weekly youth theatre since ~2020, via IRD Waterville. Organisational Youth Theatre Ireland member; confirm current hall before booking.
View full details →Shout Out Youth Theatre
Weekly Wed 4-6pm term-time youth theatre, ages 13-18. Youth Theatre Ireland affiliate since 2022.
View full details →Dingle Youth Theatre
Weekly youth theatre ages 11-18; affiliated with Youth Theatre Ireland 2026.
View full details →Sharon Costello Speech & Drama Kerry
Recurring after-school speech & drama plus holiday camps; Kerry ETB facilitator.
View full details →Tara Dore School of Dance
Recurring RAD ballet + ISTD modern across 6 Kerry halls. Pupils competed at Dance World Cup 2024-26.
View full details →The Academy of Dance
Recurring kids ballet/tap/jazz/lyrical/contemporary/acro/musical theatre from age 4; adaptive classes; ISTD/IDTA. ballet.ie-featured Kerry school.
View full details →Turtle Tots - MTU Kerry Sports Academy
Turtle Tots baby and toddler swimming lessons at MTU Kerry Sports Academy, 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 - Hotel Killarney
Turtle Tots baby and toddler swimming lessons at Hotel Killarney, 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 - CBS The Green
Rugbytots rugby classes for ages 2 to 5 years at CBS The Green, Saturday. Run by Rugbytots Ireland.
View full details →Baby Sensory Limerick & Kerry
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 Kerry
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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Little Kickers Kerry
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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Little Kickers Kerry
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 - Aquila Club, Gleneagle 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 →Little Kickers - Kerry, Listowel Community Centre
Football-based soccer classes for children on Sundays: Little Kicks (1.5-2.5yrs), Junior Kickers (2.5-3.5yrs), Mighty Kickers (3.5yrs-5th birthday).
View full details →Little Artists Listowel (Louise Lynch Creative)
Children's art classes covering painting, drawing and sculpting run by Louise Lynch at St. John's Theatre and Arts Centre, Kerry Writers' Museum, and Sheahan's Thatched Cottage in Finuge.
View full details →Listowel Community Centre - Kids Fitness Class
Community centre (BASE Gym) running a Kids Fitness Class with Padraic for children aged 10-14, plus a Young Lifters Academy for young people.
View full details →Kerry School of Music and Performing Arts (Listowel)
Music and dance school providing tuition in performing arts from beginner to pre-professional level for persons of all ages, with a Listowel centre; ballet also offered.
View full details →Kerry Martial Arts School - Listowel Class
Karate/martial arts school with a Listowel class open to children and adults, Wednesday classes at 5pm (kids) and 6pm (mixed).
View full details →Kyudokan Kerry Karate
Shorin-ryu karate classes in Killorglin Sports Complex with kids/under-18 pricing and beginners welcome. Also runs Cahersiveen classes.
View full details →Killorglin Sports Complex (host venue for multiple kids classes)
Community sports complex hosting multiple regular kids classes including basketball, Flares Gymnastics, Irish dancing, Little Ninja karate, hip hop and Fame Stage School.
View full details →Kerry Shotokan Karate - Little Ninjas (Killorglin)
Little Ninja kids karate class Thursday 6:10-7pm at Killorglin Sports Complex, plus additional karate sessions.
View full details →Legacy Elite Cheerleading & Gymnastics
Cheerleading and gymnastics club with weekly gymnastics classes scheduled in Killarney (multiple sessions Mon/Thu/Sat/Sun per timetable).
View full details →Killarney School of Music
Music school offering pre-instrumental group classes for young children (ages 4–5) and other music tuition.
View full details →Silverija Dance Studio
Dance studio offering classical ballet for children (age-banded Saturday classes) plus jazz and contemporary dance for children on Wednesdays.
View full details →Ring of Kerry MMA
Kenmare martial arts club offering MMA, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, K1/Thai boxing and Little Ninjas kids MMA/Jiu-Jitsu classes.
View full details →Kenmare Music Academy
Local music school offering tuition in voice, piano, ukulele, guitar, bass, traditional music, composition and more.
View full details →Kerry Martial Arts School / Kerry Shotokan (Castleisland classes)
Shotokan karate classes for kids and mixed groups with regular sessions advertised at Presentation Castleisland and Nagle Rice Community Centre. Also lists Little Ninja kids sessions via Killorglin Sports Complex timetable.
View full details →Jackie O'Mahoney School of Performing Arts (Castleisland)
Stage school offering dance, drama and vocal/musical theatre activities with a Castleisland presence (including musical theatre camps and local performing arts programmes).
View full details →Empire Dance Academy (Castleisland)
Regular term-time dance and gymnastics-style classes for children in Castleisland Community Centre (Saturday term blocks; no classes when children are off school).
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The Art House Killarney
The Art House Killarney runs a full range of children's art classes spanning ages 2 to 17, from Toddler Messy Play for the youngest creatives through to dedicated Teen Art sessions for older students. With a weekly timetable running Monday through Sunday, there's a class most days of the week to fit around school and family schedules. Covering such a wide age span under one roof means siblings of different ages can each find an appropriately pitched class, from open-ended sensory play for toddlers to more technique-focused art instruction as children get older.
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Activate - Kids Programme, Killarney
Activate's Kids Programme in Killarney, based on Ballycasheen Road, focuses on general fitness through bodyweight exercises, conditioning games and coached activity sessions. Rather than specialising in one sport, the programme uses varied games and movement to build strength, agility and general athleticism. Alongside the physical work, coaching is geared toward teamwork and building children's confidence in a group setting. A free introductory session is available, giving families a no-commitment way to see whether the programme suits their child before signing up.
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Tralee Gymnastics Club
Tralee Gymnastics Club, based in Clahane, Ballyard, runs a full range of gymnastics classes from toddlers right through to advanced level. Toddler classes for ages 2-4 involve a participating parent, easing children into the gym environment together, while Recreational classes from age 5 and an Advanced stream cater to children as their skills and confidence grow. The club currently has a long waitlist, so families interested in joining should contact them directly to check on availability.
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ARTlab Tralee
ARTlab Tralee runs art, craft and design classes for older children and teens aged 9 to 17, based near the Dingle road in Tralee. Classes are organised into seven-week summer terms, with sessions held on Fridays and Saturdays, giving a concentrated run of classes over the school break rather than a year-round commitment. Covering craft and design alongside traditional art gives slightly older students room to explore more varied, project-based creative work than a typical drawing-and-painting class.
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Tralee Sports Complex - Pre-School Swimming
Tralee Sports Complex runs Pre-School and Parents & Tots swimming classes for children aged 3.5 to 5, giving very young swimmers a structured, age-appropriate introduction to the pool. At this age, classes typically focus on water confidence, basic safety and simple skills like floating and blowing bubbles rather than formal stroke work, laying the groundwork for more structured lessons later. Being based at a dedicated sports complex means access to proper pool facilities geared toward group children's lessons.
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Bryan Carr School of Performing Arts - Tralee
Bryan Carr School of Performing Arts runs a Saturday stage school for children aged 5 and up at Collis Sandes House in Oakpark, Tralee, covering singing, dance and acting in one combined programme. Students get the chance to put those skills into practice in two annual musical productions staged at Siamsa Tíre, Tralee's national folk theatre — a notable performance outlet for a weekly stage school. At around €6 an hour, the class offers a broad performing-arts grounding with a genuine public performance goal built into the year.
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Baby Sensory Limerick & Kerry
Baby Sensory's Listowel class offers the same multi-sensory format found across the franchise, welcoming babies from newborn to around 13 months old alongside a parent or carer. Weekly themes rotate through lights, music, textures and puppets, with over 40 variations meaning babies rarely repeat the same session twice. Because the class is baby-led and sensory-focused, it's designed to support early development in areas like vision, hearing and touch while giving parents a relaxed space to bond with their baby and meet others locally. A caregiver is expected to stay and take part throughout. Classes run on a pay-per-class basis at €15.50, part of the wider Baby Sensory Limerick & Kerry network which also runs sessions in Tralee and Limerick city.
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Play with Trayz
In Tralee, Play with Trayz runs its sensory and messy play sessions at Collis Sandes House, Killeen, for children aged 1 to 4 accompanied by a parent or guardian. Sessions are built around themed sensory trays — colourful textures, water play, tiny discovery worlds — giving toddlers a hands-on, low-pressure way to explore. At 15 euro per class, the Tralee session sits alongside sister classes in Mallow and Kanturk, County Cork. It's a good option for younger children who benefit from tactile, open-ended play in a relaxed group setting.
View full details →Tralee Down Syndrome Toddler Group
Tralee Down Syndrome Toddler Group, run by Down Syndrome Kerry, meets at Balloonagh Estate in Tralee, Co. Kerry, usually on the last Saturday of the month from 12 to 2pm. It's a social group for children with Down syndrome, from babies up to six years old, giving them a chance to play and make friends in a relaxed, supportive setting. Dates and times can shift from month to month, so it's best to contact Joanne on 087 433 0090 or check Down Syndrome Kerry's social media before heading along.
View full details →Tralee (St Brendan's) Parent, Baby & Toddler Group
Tralee Parent, Baby & Toddler Group meets at St Brendan's Pastoral Centre in Tralee, Co. Kerry every Monday from 10 to 11.30am during the school term, for children from newborn to three years old. There's a good range of toys plus tea and coffee for the adults, making it an easy way to meet other local parents, grandparents and caregivers. Cost is €2.50 per family. During the summer the group sometimes runs a buggy walking group instead - check their social media pages for updates on this and on term restart dates.
View full details →Tiny Tornados Kerry
Tiny Tornados Kerry runs messy play sessions for children aged 1 to 4, built around activities that support holistic development milestones. Parents, grandparents or childminders are welcome - and required - to stay with their child for the whole session, making it as sociable for the adults as it is for the kids. Sessions take place on Saturday mornings, in two groups at 9.45am and 11am, with the venue rotating around different locations in Kerry every four weeks. Cost is €15 per child. Follow the group's social media pages for the current location and booking details.
View full details →Tiny Tornados
Tiny Tornados runs messy play sessions for children aged 1 to 4 around County Kerry, with the group's base location currently in Tralee. Sessions support children's holistic development through hands-on messy play, with parents, guardians, grandparents or childminders required to stay for the full class. Classes run on Saturday mornings in two groups, at 9.45am or 11am, priced at €15 per child. Locations rotate around Kerry roughly every four weeks, so check Tiny Tornados' social media pages for the current venue and any schedule changes.
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The Unrelated Auntie - Messy Play Group
The Unrelated Auntie runs hour-long messy play sessions in North Kerry for children aged 1 to 5, facilitated by a qualified play therapist. Rather than a drop-off class, parents or guardians stay for the full session, using the time for focused one-to-one play with their child alongside messy, sensory activities. Tea and coffee are available throughout, making it as much a chance for adults to meet and chat as it is for children to explore messy play. Cost is €15 per session.
View full details →Shanakill Tralee Parent, Baby & Toddler Group
Shanakill Parent, Baby & Toddler Group is hosted jointly by Holy Family School and Shanakill Family Resource Centre in the Shanakill area of Tralee, Co. Kerry. It meets every Thursday from 9.30 to 11am during the school term, giving parents a chance to meet each other while children, from babies upward, get to play and socialise. There's no charge to attend. Contact 089 467 8544 for more details, and check social media for the restart date after school holidays, which may not align exactly with the term calendar.
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Reenard (South Kerry) Parent, Baby & Toddler Group
Reenard Parent, Baby & Toddler Group meets at Reenard GAA Clubhouse near Cahersiveen in South Kerry every Friday from 10am to 12pm during the school term. It's a friendly playgroup for children from newborn to five years old, giving them a chance to build early friendships through play while parents and carers get to know each other. Cost is €5 per family. The group keeps a private Instagram page for members, so contact 087 760 6631 to be added and stay up to date with session times and any holiday closures.
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Moyvane Parent, Baby & Toddler Group
Moyvane Parent, Baby & Toddler Group meets at Marian Hall in Moyvane, Co. Kerry every Tuesday from 9.30 to 11.30am during the school term. Children from newborn to five have space for independent play and plenty of toys to explore alongside other kids, while tea, coffee and snacks are provided for the adults. Cost is €5 per family, and everyone is welcome to drop in. Contact the group through its Facebook page for current details and term dates.
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MACBabies Music Sensory class Killarney
MACBabies runs music sensory classes for babies and toddlers aged 6 months to 3 years at The MACademy, based at Killarney Racecourse on Ross Road, Co. Kerry. Each hour-long session blends music, movement and sensory play, giving parents and children bonding time together while building early social and developmental skills. Classes run twice a week, on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10am, and are open to parents or any caregiver bringing a child along. A 6-week term costs €70.
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Kilgarvan Parent, Baby & Toddler Group
Kilgarvan Parent, Baby & Toddler Group runs all year round at Kilgarvan Community Centre on Churchground, Co. Kerry, meeting every Thursday from 10am to 12pm. Unlike many local groups it doesn't break for school holidays, so it's a reliable weekly fixture for families with children from newborn to five. There's a good supply of toys, and it's an easy way to meet other parents and carers in the area. Cost is €3 per family. Contact 064 664 2790 for more details.
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Kilflynn Parent, Baby & Toddler Group
Kilflynn Parent, Baby & Toddler Group meets at Saint Collumba's Centre in Kilflynn Village, Co. Kerry, every Thursday from 10 to 11.30am during the school term. It's a drop-in session for parents and carers with children from newborn to five years old, giving little ones a chance to play alongside others their own age while the adults chat over tea or coffee. Cost is €3 per family. Get in touch via the group's Facebook page or by calling 087 989 3847, and keep an eye on social media for restart dates after school holidays.
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Kilcummin Baby & Toddler Group
Kilcummin Baby & Toddler Group has been meeting near Killarney, Co. Kerry since 1991, making it one of the longer-established groups in the area. It gathers at Kilcummin Village Hall, opposite the church, every Monday from 9.30 to 11.30am during the school term, for children from newborn to three years old. It's a relaxed, friendly setting for parents and carers to meet while the little ones play. The €3 per family charge goes towards hall rental costs. Contact +353 86 362 8335 for more information.
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Kerryhead / Ballyheigue Parent, Baby & Toddler Group
Kerryhead/Ballyheigue Parent, Baby & Toddler Group is hosted by the local Family Resource Centre on Sraid Thaidhg in Ballyheigue, Co. Kerry, meeting every Thursday from 10.30am to 12pm during the school term. Free play is the focus, helping children from newborn to five learn to play and share together - useful groundwork before starting playschool. There's no charge, and everyone in the area is welcome. Parents and carers can settle in with a cuppa while the children play. Contact 085 166 0028 for more details.
View full details →Kenmare Parent, Baby & Toddler Group
Kenmare Parent, Baby & Toddler Group is hosted by Kenmare Family Resource Centre on Railway Road, Co. Kerry, running twice a week - Mondays and Tuesdays from 10am to 12pm during the school term. Children from newborn to five years old have plenty of toys and activities to enjoy, while parents and carers get a chance to chat. There's no charge to attend. Contact info@kenmarefrc.ie for more information or to check current term dates.
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Glenbeigh Parent, Baby & Toddler Group (The Toddle Inn)
Glenbeigh Parent, Baby & Toddler Group, known locally as 'The Toddle Inn', meets at Tigh Beithe Community Centre in Glenbeigh, Co. Kerry (next to the church) every Thursday from 9.30 to 11am during the school term. Children from newborn to preschool age have a good choice of toys and books, while parents get a chance to meet others over tea and a chat. Cost is €4 per family. The group's Facebook page is the best way to get in touch and stay updated on term dates.
View full details →Firies Parent, Baby & Toddler Group
Firies Parent, Baby & Toddler Group meets at Marin Hall in Firies, Co. Kerry every Wednesday from 9.30 to 11am during the school term. It's open to mums, dads, grandparents and other caregivers with children from newborn to five, with a good range of toys to keep them entertained while the adults chat. Cost is €3 per family, and new faces are always welcome. As the group doesn't have a social media page, the best way to check details or confirm the group is running is to call 085 862 6676 directly.
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Dingle Parent, Baby & Toddler Group
Dingle Parent, Baby & Toddler Group meets twice a week at Áiseanna na hÓige on Ard na Gréine in Dingle, Co. Kerry - Wednesdays and Fridays from 9.30 to 11am during the school term. The venue has a large, spacious room stocked with plenty of toys, giving children from newborn to five years old lots of room to play. It's a relaxed, welcoming session for parents and carers, at €3 per family. For more information, contact eolas@aiseannanahoige.ie.
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Castlemaine Parent, Baby & Toddler Group
Castlemaine Parent, Baby & Toddler Group meets at the Maine Valley Family Resource Centre every Thursday from 9.30 to 11.30am during the school term, for children from newborn to five years old. It's a relaxed setting for parents and other caregivers to grab a tea and a chat while the children play and get to know each other. There's no set fee - the group runs on voluntary donations. Check the group's Facebook page for contact details and updates, including when sessions restart after school holidays, since this can vary from the usual term dates.
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Castleisland Parent and Toddler Group in Kerry
Castleisland Parent and Toddler Group meets every Friday from 10am to 12pm at Muire gan Smál, Presentation Primary School on Old Chapel Lane, Tonbwee, Co. Kerry. It's a friendly, informal drop-in for parents and carers of children up to four years old, with light refreshments on hand while the little ones play. At €3 per family, it's an affordable way for both children and adults to get out of the house, meet others in the area, and build a bit of routine into the week - particularly useful for first-time parents looking to connect with people going through the same stages.
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Caherdaniel Parent, Baby & Toddler Group
Caherdaniel Parent, Baby & Toddler Group is the longest continuously running group of its kind in South Kerry, meeting at Caherdaniel Hall in Ballycarnahan every Monday from 2 to 4pm during the school term. It's open to children from newborn up to seven years old, with parents and carers building friendships over tea and coffee while the kids play together. Newcomers are always made welcome, and a WhatsApp group keeps members updated between sessions. Cost is €2 per family. Check the group's Facebook page for contact details and for restart dates after school holidays, which don't always line up exactly with term time.
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Ballyduff Parent, Baby & Toddler Group Kerry
Ballyduff Parent, Baby & Toddler Group, also known locally as Tiny Tots, is hosted by Bud's Family Resource Centre on Benmore Drive in Ballyduff, Co. Kerry. This weekly playgroup for babies to five-year-olds is open to parents, grandparents and other caregivers, and includes a snack for the children plus an end-of-year outing. Sessions run every Tuesday from 10am to 12pm during the school term, at €3 per family. Contact 087 151 9234 for more information, and keep an eye on social media for the restart date after school holidays, which may not match the term calendar exactly.
View full details →Ballybunion Parent, Baby & Toddler Group
Ballybunion Parent, Baby & Toddler Group meets at Ballybunion Community Centre on Lartigue Road, Co. Kerry, every Wednesday from 9.30 to 11.30am during the school term. It's open to babies through to preschoolers, with a good stock of toys to keep them occupied while parents and carers have tea or coffee and a chat. Cost is €3 per session, and everyone is welcome to just turn up. Contact ballybcomcentre@gmail.com for more details, and check the group's social media for restart dates after school holidays, which can vary from the standard term calendar.
View full details →Baby Sensory Limerick & Kerry
Baby Sensory brings a multi-sensory development class to Tralee, County Kerry, for babies from birth up to around 13 months. Each week follows a different theme, so families can keep coming back without repeating the same session, working through lights, textures, music and puppetry designed to support a baby's developing senses. A parent or other caregiver stays for the full class, taking part alongside their baby rather than dropping off. Sessions cost €15.50 and are run on a pay-per-class basis, making it easy to try a class without committing to a long term upfront. The Tralee group is one of several run by Baby Sensory Limerick & Kerry, alongside sister classes in Listowel and Limerick city.
View full details →Ardfert Parent and Toddler Group - Ardfert Community Centre -
Ardfert Parent and Toddler Group meets at Ardfert Community Centre, Co. Kerry every Wednesday from 9 to 11am, giving children from newborn to four years a safe space to run around and play while parents catch up over tea and coffee. A small €2 donation per visit goes towards outings during the year, which have included trips to Pirate Pete's, swimming at Banna Beach Hotel and Crazy Caves in Castleisland. The group also welcomes regular visits from the local public health nurse, plus occasional visits from a physiotherapist and a parenting expert. Sessions help children build social skills and emotional confidence at their own pace through role-play and imaginative play, while giving parents a chance to share experiences from weaning through to potty training.
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Art Jam Studio
Art Jam Studio, on New Street in Killarney, is a creative space offering one-off activities such as Paint & Sip and Sculpt & Sip alongside drop-in sessions for pottery painting, mindful art, collage making, splash art and tote bag painting. Regular pottery classes, abstract art classes and mindful and intuitive art classes are also part of the studio's programme, with a rotating mix of drop-in creative activities throughout the week. Located in the centre of Killarney town, the studio positions itself as somewhere with a bit of everything creative, useful for a one-off session as much as a more regular hobby.
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Siamsa Tíre Theatre and Arts Centre
Siamsa Tíre is a theatre and arts centre based in Tralee, Co. Kerry, offering a diverse programme of live family entertainment, performances, arts workshops and visual art exhibitions. As one of Ireland's busier venues of its kind, there's usually something running across different art forms. For families, the arts workshops offer a hands-on way for children to get involved beyond just watching a show, while the centre's performance programme provides options for a family outing. Based centrally in Tralee's Town Park, it's an accessible venue for those in Kerry looking for a mix of cultural activities in one place.
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Mna Movement mom & baby Fitness Class
Mna Movement is a weekly fitness class for postpartum mothers, held at Bounce Sports & Fitness Studio in Tralee, Co. Kerry. Babies are welcome to come along, so mothers don't need to arrange separate childcare in order to attend. The class is run in a private gym setting rather than a public space, aiming to keep things relaxed and low-pressure for new mums getting back into movement. Beyond the fitness element, it's also positioned as a chance to meet other mothers locally and build connections. Updates and class details are shared on Instagram at mna_movement.
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Kids & Teen Yoga Classes (Tralee Area)
Kids & Teen Yoga Classes run weekly across the Tralee area, with sessions at Collis Sandes House in Killeen on Thursday afternoons and at Banna Leisure Centre in Ardfert on Saturday mornings. Age groups are kept fairly narrow - 5-8 and 9-13 year olds on Thursdays, 4-7 and 8-11 year olds on Saturdays - so children practise alongside similarly aged peers. Each class blends yoga poses with games, movement, mindfulness, breathing exercises, art and relaxation, keeping sessions varied rather than a straight yoga class - a good option for children who might not sit still for a traditional class but benefit from its calming, body-awareness side. The same instructor also brings yoga sessions into preschools, schools, clubs and parties around the Tralee and Kerry area.
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Common questions
How many kids activities and classes are there in Kerry?
Kids Patch lists 91 kids activities and classes in Kerry. 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 Kerry?
The categories with the most listings are Parent-and-toddler (35), Music (9), Drama (6), Swimming (6), Arts and crafts (5), Dance (5), Martial Arts (5), Developmental (4), and 9 more.
What age range do kids activities and classes in Kerry cover?
Across the listings on this page, ages run from birth up to 18 years. 62 of the 91 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 Kerry cost?
3 of the 91 listings publish a price, ranging from €13 to €17. 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 Kerry?
Yes — 3 of the 91 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 Kerry?
It varies by provider: of the 91 listings, 14 are parent-accompanied. The rest do not state a policy — assume younger age groups are parent-accompanied unless the provider says otherwise.