Kids Activities in Portarlington
Browse 10 kids activities and classes in Portarlington. Compare schedules, ages and pricing below, or contact a provider directly to book.
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Rugbytots - Portarlington Community Centre
Rugbytots rugby classes for ages 2 to 5 years at Portarlington Community Centre, Saturday. Run by Rugbytots Midlands Leinster.
View full details →The Honeybadger Academy (SBG Portarlington)
Martial arts gym offering BJJ, MMA, Muay Thai and striking classes for adults, kids and teens.
View full details →Portarlington CCÉ (Comhaltas)
Traditional Irish music branch holding group music classes (tin whistle, flute, fiddle, banjo, mandolin, piano, concertina) for children and adults on Friday evenings in St Michael's (Old Girls) National School.
View full details →All Abilities Stage School - Portarlington
Inclusive stage school teaching singing, speech, dance and acting; classes for ages 5-8, 9-12 and 13-18, welcoming children of all abilities.
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Portarlington Afterschools
Portarlington Afterschools has been running afterschool programmes for children since 2002, based at Portarlington Community Centre in Co. Laois. As a sports-focused afterschool provider, sessions give children a way to stay active and occupied after the school day ends, in a setting local to the town rather than requiring a longer trip elsewhere. With more than two decades of programmes behind it, it's a long-established option for families in Portarlington looking for a dependable local afterschool activity.
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Little Kickers County Laois, Carlow and Kilkenny
Little Kickers holds football classes on Main Street in Portarlington, Co. Laois, for toddlers and young children, as part of its wider County Laois, Carlow and Kilkenny programme. Age groups run back to back — Little Kickers (1.5-2.5 years) at 9am, Junior Kickers (2.5-3.5 years) at 10am, and Mighty Kickers (3.5-5 years) at 11am — with all sessions held indoors so they're never cancelled for weather. Parents and family are welcome to watch and encourage from the sidelines; just bring runners and a drink. The cost is a €29 joining fee for kit and insurance, plus €50 per month.
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Portarlington- Baby Group / Kids Book Clubs / Lego Group
Portarlington Library on Main Street hosts free groups for babies through to preteens, alongside regular pop-up events, especially around school holidays. The Baby and Toddler Book Club meets every Wednesday from 10.30 to 11.30am for under-threes to read, sing and play - places are limited, so it's worth calling or emailing ahead. A Junior Book Club for ages 9-12 runs on the last Wednesday of the month, and Lego Free Play is a no-booking Saturday drop-in from 10.30am. Everything is free. Contact the library on 057 8643751 or portarlingtonlibrary@laoiscoco.ie to confirm current dates.
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Portarlington Toddler Group & Buggy Group
Portarlington Toddler Group runs Fridays from 9 to 11am at the Parochial Hall in Cooltederry, with a light healthy snack and hot and cold drinks provided for both children and adults. Numbers are capped at 35 children, so pre-booking is essential, and each child is registered at their first visit for insurance purposes. Entry costs between €2 and €4 per child, with an optional €10 membership offering a discounted rate, priority booking and a loyalty programme. Activities and special events are shared via the group's Facebook, Instagram and Members WhatsApp group. The same group also runs a Buggy Group walk on Tuesday mornings, meeting at 10am at Costa - a good option for parents who'd rather get moving than sit down. Contact portplaygroup@gmail.com for more.
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Portarlington Parent, Baby & Toddler Group
Portarlington Parent, Baby and Toddler Group meets twice a week at Portarlington Community Centre on Link Road - Tuesdays from 9.30 to 10.30am and Fridays from 10.45am to 12.15pm - on a drop-in basis with no need to book. Mums, dads and childminders bring babies and toddlers along for playtime, storytelling and simple educational activities in a relaxed setting. It's free to attend, though it's worth checking times during school holidays as they can change. Contact portplaygroup@gmail.com for details.
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Zumbini
Zumbini's Portarlington class takes place on Saturdays at 12.15pm, for children aged 0 to 5 alongside a parent or caregiver. The session runs for 45 minutes and combines music, dance and simple instruments — think drums and rhythm sticks — into a programme designed to support early development through play and bonding. The same programme also runs on Saturdays in Monasterevin, Athy and Carlow. New starters receive a small gift at their first class and a certificate at the end of the term; a 4-week block costs 55 euro, or 70 euro for 6 weeks. Get in touch to find out about the next available session.
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Common questions
How many kids activities and classes are there in Portarlington?
Kids Patch lists 10 kids activities and classes in Portarlington. 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 Portarlington?
The categories with the most listings are Parent-and-toddler (4), Drama (1), Football (1), Martial Arts (1), Music (1), Rugby (1), Sports (1).
What age range do kids activities and classes in Portarlington cover?
Across the listings on this page, ages run from birth up to 18 years. 7 of the 10 state an age range. The rest leave it open, so it is worth asking the provider directly.
How much do kids activities and classes in Portarlington cost?
1 of the 10 listings publishes a price: €13.99. Most providers set fees per term rather than per class and quote on enquiry, so contact them directly for a current figure.
Are there any free kids activities and classes in Portarlington?
Yes — 2 of the 10 listings are free to attend. Use the "Free classes only" filter above to see just those.