Kids Activities in Westmeath
Browse 36 kids activities and classes in Westmeath. Popular categories in Westmeath include Parent-and-toddler, Dance, Developmental.
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Westmeath Community Mothers Baby Café Mullingar
Community parent and toddler group offering informal weekly playtime and social contact for local parents, carers and young children, held at Mullingar.
View full details →Ladestown House Riding Stables
Family yard: kids pony lessons and hacking around Lough Ennell.
View full details →Leinster School of Dance - Moate
Recurring kids ballet from age 3 at the Moate hall (same operator/site as the Dublin studio already listed).
View full details →MAC School of Classical Ballet
Recurring kids classical ballet Mon/Wed with Eadaoin McKenna, booked via Mullingar Arts Centre.
View full details →Energy Plus School of Dance
Recurring kids ballet/tap/modern/lyrical/musical theatre/acro/hip-hop from age 3, running since 1989. Annual Dancing Feet showcase.
View full details →Rugbytots - Moate Sports & Recreation Centre
Rugbytots rugby classes for ages 2 to 5 years at Moate Sports & Recreation Centre, Saturday. Run by Rugbytots Midlands Leinster.
View full details →Rugbytots - Gaelscoil an Choillín
Rugbytots rugby classes for ages 2 to 5 years at Gaelscoil an Choillín, Saturday. Run by Rugbytots Midlands Leinster.
View full details →Tuar Ard Arts Centre (children's art programmes)
Community arts centre hosting children's art/craft workshops and creative programmes (including partner-run kids art workshops at the venue).
View full details →RINKA Kids Fitness — Moate
Children's fitness classes covering gymnastics skills, athletics, ball skills, obstacle courses, movement and dance, team games and wellbeing; franchise programme delivered locally.
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Shannon Dance Academy - Roscommon/Athlone
Shannon Dance Academy teaches ballet, contemporary, lyrical, acro and hip hop to children from age 3, based in Monksland, Athlone, and serving the wider Roscommon area. Offering five distinct styles gives dancers plenty of scope to specialise or sample a range of techniques as they grow. Students can work towards RAD and Irish Board of Dance exams, giving families the option of formal, externally graded qualifications alongside the regular weekly classes.
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Lakeland Jiu Jitsu - Mullingar Youth Programme
Lakeland Jiu Jitsu's Mullingar Youth Programme splits kids' Jiu Jitsu into two groups, ages 4-7 and 8-12, with classes running Monday, Wednesday and Saturday under black belt instructors. Three sessions a week gives children more regular mat time than a typical once-weekly class, useful for building technique and confidence faster. A free trial class is available, and the club also runs a summer camp during school holidays for a more intensive week of training.
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Elevate Academy of Dance - Mullingar
Elevate Academy of Dance, now in its 19th year, teaches ballet, contemporary, jazz, acro-dance and musical theatre to children from age 4 across two studios in Mullingar. Students who want to work toward formal qualifications can follow the ISTD exam pathway alongside their regular classes, giving a structured route through the various styles on offer. Covering five distinct disciplines under one academy gives children room to specialise in whichever style suits them best, without needing to switch schools.
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Mullingar Arts Centre - Kinder Stage School
Kinder Stage School at Mullingar Arts Centre on Lower Mount Street introduces drama, dance and music to children aged 3 to 6, with sessions running on Mondays and Thursdays. Combining all three disciplines in one early-years class gives very young children a varied, multi-sensory introduction to the performing arts rather than committing to a single discipline this early. Being based at an established arts centre gives the class access to a proper performance-oriented space from the start.
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Athlone Gymnastics Club
Athlone Gymnastics Club offers recreational gymnastics for beginners aged 6 and up, run on a drop-in basis rather than requiring a fixed weekly commitment. Easter and summer camps run during school holidays and are open to both existing members and non-members, giving new families a chance to try the club without first signing up for term-time classes. The drop-in structure suits children and parents who want flexibility around attendance rather than a rigid weekly schedule.
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Aikyam.Yoga - Athlone Kids Yoga
Aikyam.Yoga runs kids' yoga for ages 4 to 10 out of Garden Vale, Athlone, with a regular Saturday class at 10:15am in St Mary's Hall, plus Monday evening drop-in sessions during July and August. The summer drop-in format gives families a flexible, no-commitment option to try a session or two over the holidays, at €5 per class, alongside the more structured Saturday class during the rest of the year. Kids' yoga at this age blends playful movement with simple breathing exercises, giving children tools to self-regulate as well as basic flexibility and body awareness.
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Ready to Play
Ready to Play's Mullingar classes, based at Forest Park in Mullingar Business Park, are led by child development experts and teachers, with a new weekly themed adventure - the rainforest, under the sea, circus skills and more - drawn from over 30 themes across the year. Baby classes run from newborn to pre-walkers, and Walkers-Toddlers Play & Music covers pre-walkers up to 3.5 years old, with the classes also serving as a community space for local parents and caregivers. A block of 5 sessions is €70.
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Bloom Baby Classes Midlands Ireland
Bloom Baby Classes' Mullingar sessions run every Wednesday at Mullingar Shamrocks GAA Club in Co. Westmeath, one stop on a Midlands circuit that also takes in Athlone, Tullamore and Edgeworthstown. Two age-based classes are on offer, both centred on music, movement and sensory play. Caterpillar Club (birth-6 months) is a gentle, calming class that ends with a parachute wind-down and guided baby massage, while Busy Bees (6-15 months) is a livelier session using instruments and themed props to support motor skills, body awareness and early language as babies get more mobile. A new theme features each week across both classes. A 6-week term costs 84 euro, or 70 euro for a 5-week term.
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Bloom Baby Classes - Midlands
Mullingar families can find Bloom Baby Classes' Midlands programme at Springfield (Spittlefield), Co. Westmeath, catering for babies and toddlers from birth right through to four years old. The entry-level Caterpillar Club (0-6 months) uses bright, bespoke props with a weekly changing theme, and every class ends with a gentle baby massage to wind down. As babies near walking age (roughly 6 to 15 months), they move up to Busy Bees, exploring heuristic treasure baskets and building social connections with other Bloom babies. Toddlers continue on to Bloom's toddler classes, featuring original music - phonics, numbers and a calming zen track - designed around first learning goals. Days and times vary by term and are posted on the provider's website; classes start from €15 each.
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Bloom Baby Classes - Midlands
Bloom Baby Classes' Athlone base, on the Ballymahon Road in Cloghanboy, Co. Westmeath, runs the full Midlands programme spanning newborn to four years old. Babies begin in Caterpillar Club (0-6 months), where a different theme each week and a set of bright, bespoke props keep sessions fresh, closing with a soothing baby massage. Busy Bees follows for babies from around 6 months until they're confidently walking (roughly 15 months), introducing treasure baskets and social play with other Bloom babies. Toddlers then move into Bloom's own toddler classes, set to original music including a phonics song and a calming zen track, aimed at early learning milestones. Check the website for current Athlone class days, times and availability; sessions cost from €15.
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Lasting Touch Baby Massage
In Athlone, County Westmeath, Lasting Touch Baby Massage runs its class every Friday from 10 to 11.30am, taught by a registered midwife and certified infant massage instructor for babies aged 0 to 12 months and their parent. The course costs 150 euro in total, with up to 100 euro often reclaimable through health insurance. Sessions are kept to one parent and baby per booking, with private in-home classes available for families who'd like other relatives present. Tea, coffee and a sweet treat are provided, and sister classes run on different days in Ballinasloe and Craughwell. Contact Emily by email or Instagram (@lastingtouch_babymassge) to book a place.
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Babywearing ireland
Babywearing Ireland runs a Sling Meet in Mullingar, Co. Westmeath, giving parents and carers of babies and toddlers up to age 3 access to informal, volunteer-led peer support around babywearing. It's a relaxed setting for sharing experiences with slings and carriers, rather than a source of professional advice. The meet also connects attendees with Babywearing Ireland's sling library, where a stretchy wrap, woven wrap, ring sling, mei tai or soft structured carrier can be rented for a small fee and tried at home for a month. Those who can't attend in person can order from the national library instead, with delivery by courier. Mullingar meet-ups are usually monthly — check Babywearing Ireland's social media for the next scheduled date.
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Sheraton Hotel Kids Group Swimming Lessons
Sheraton Hotel Kids Group Swimming Lessons, based in Athlone, Co. Westmeath, run six-week courses teaching children correct swimming technique, whether they're learning from scratch or building on existing skills. The programme suits children roughly aged 5 to 15 and is led by instructors focused on safe, effective teaching. A term costs €65 for hotel members and €85 for non-members. Private one-to-one lessons are also available for €30, and can be booked at a time that suits the family.
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Mullingar Parent, Baby and Toddler Group
Mullingar Parent, Baby and Toddler Group, also known as Oodles & Doodles, meets at Mullingar Presbyterian Church and is open to parents and carers with pre-schoolers. Sessions include toys to play with, refreshments, singing, and plenty of chances to chat and meet new people. The group runs every Wednesday from 10.30am-12pm during school term time, and there's no charge to attend - a welcoming, free option for Mullingar families looking to connect with others.
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Mullingar Parent and Toddler Group
Mullingar Parent and Toddler Group meets at Mullingar Parish Community Centre in Co. Westmeath and welcomes children aged roughly 1 to 4, with free play, stories, songs and snack time keeping little ones busy while parents and carers get to mingle. It's a popular drop-in group, so there's no pressure to arrive on time or attend every week. Sessions run every Thursday from 10-11.30am during school term time, at a cost of €2 per session. The group also runs baby massage classes at times, offered at an affordable rate - keep an eye on their social media page to sign up.
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Mullingar Mum and Baby Group
Mullingar Mum and Baby Group, also known as Baby Café, is a drop-in group for new mums with babies up to around 10 months old, held at the Community Games Hall beside the Town Band Hall in Mullingar, Co. Westmeath. It's a chance to meet other new mums, swap stories about early parenthood, and let baby enjoy some tummy time on the mat. Sessions run every Wednesday from 11am-12.15pm during school term time and are free to attend, though it's worth checking the group's Facebook page as dates can change. The group also runs baby massage classes from time to time at an affordable rate - keep an eye on social media to sign up.
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Moate Parent, Baby and Toddler Group
Moate Parent, Baby and Toddler Group is hosted by Moate Library at the Courthouse on Main Street, Moate, Co. Westmeath. While the children explore the library's children's books and sensory wall, parents, grandparents and carers can enjoy a cuppa and some company. Drop-in sessions run every Tuesday from 10am-12pm during school term time, and it's free to attend - a relaxed, low-pressure way for families to get out of the house and meet others in the Moate area.
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Killucan Parent, Baby and Toddler Group
Killucan Parent, Baby and Toddler Group meets at Killucan Community Centre in Co. Westmeath, run by a coordinator together with parent volunteers. Sessions offer toys, free play, stories and plenty more, giving children the chance to play with other kids while mums, dads, grandparents and carers get to know one another. The group runs every Monday from 9.30-11am during school term time, with a cost of €2 per family. Everyone is welcome, regardless of how often you can make it along.
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Delvin Parent, Baby and Toddler Group
Delvin Parent, Baby and Toddler Group is a weekly playgroup held at St Patrick's Hall in Delvin, Co. Westmeath, for babies and toddlers to play, learn and socialise. Parents and carers are welcome to grab a cuppa and a slice of toast, have a chat, and get to know other families in the area. The group meets every Wednesday from 10.15-11.45am during school term time, and there's no charge to attend - everyone is welcome, whether you're a regular or dropping in for the first time.
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Collinstown Parent, Baby and Toddler Group
Collinstown Parent, Baby and Toddler Group meets at Collinstown Community Hall in Co. Westmeath, giving babies and toddlers up to preschool age a chance to run around, play and mix with other children. It's a welcoming drop-in for mammies, daddies, childminders and grandparents alike. Sessions run every Tuesday from 10-11.45am during school term time, with a small charge of €3 per family - a low-cost way to get out of the house, have a chat with other adults, and let the kids burn off some energy together.
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Bunbrosna Parent, Baby and Toddler Group
Bunbrosna Parent, Baby and Toddler Group is a growing playgroup for children from newborn to preschool age, based at Bunbrosna GAA Club in Co. Westmeath. It's a relaxed space for little ones to socialise while parents and carers build connections with other families in Bunbrosna and the surrounding villages. The group meets every Friday at 10.30-11.30am during the school term, with a cost of just €1 per family. Beyond the weekly sessions, the group has also organised outings for members, such as trips to Mullingar Fire Station and buggy walks around the area.
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Bloomfield Health & Leisure Club
Bloomfield Health & Leisure Club in Lynn, Co. Westmeath runs kids' swimming lessons for members, aimed at children aged 4 to 12. The six-week course focuses on building water confidence and teaching correct technique, with 40-minute lessons held on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays throughout the year, catering to all ability levels. A term of lessons costs €95. Alongside the pool programme, Bloomfield also runs a Kids Club for ages 4-10, on Saturdays from 5.30-8.30pm during term time and daily through school holidays, for €15 per week - this includes an evening meal of main course, dessert and a drink, making it a handy after-lesson option for busy families.
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Ballynahown Parent, Baby and Toddler Group
Ballinahown Parent, Baby and Toddler Group welcomes children of all ages for playtime and stories every Friday during the school term, 10.30am to 12pm, at Ballinahown Parish Hall in County Westmeath. Tea and coffee are on hand for parents, grandparents and childminders to enjoy while the little ones play. The group keeps in touch with members via WhatsApp, sharing updates on classes and any special events - a nice way to build a sense of community as you navigate early parenthood. Cost is €3 per family.
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Athlone Mum and Baby Group
Also known as Baby Café, this Athlone group gives new mums a relaxed setting to meet others at the same stage, swap stories about early parenthood, and let babies get plenty of tummy time on the mat. It's suitable for babies up to one year old. Sessions run every second Monday during term time, 11am to 12.15pm, at St Kiernan's Community Centre on Tormey Villas, Athlone. It's free to attend, though it's worth checking the group's social media for any date changes. The group also runs occasional affordable Baby Massage classes - keep an eye on their page to catch the next one.
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Cuidiu Athlone Support Group
Cuidiu Athlone runs two separate supports for local families. The Breastfeeding Support Group offers advice and peer support for breastfeeding mothers, and is open to mums-to-be along with babies and toddlers too - it's free to attend, though the location varies, so check the group's Facebook page before heading along. The Baby and Toddler Playgroup gives babies and kids a social space to play while parents chat, priced free for members or €3 for non-members. As with the breastfeeding group, dates and times can change, so it's best to confirm current details on Facebook beforehand.
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Terra Nova Art Therapy
Terra Nova Art Therapy offers gentle art therapy sessions for all ages from its base at FBD House on Mardyke Street, Co. Westmeath, using creativity as a tool to support emotional and mental wellbeing. Areas of support include low mood, stress and anxiety, trauma, grief, and life transitions. Sessions can also focus on more everyday concerns such as improving sleep and daily balance, strengthening relationships and parenting, or restoring work-life balance during a busy period. The therapeutic approach uses art-making rather than talk alone, which can suit people - including children - who find it easier to process feelings creatively than verbally.
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Green&Blue Project Launch Gathering
Green&Blue is a community arts and ecology project exploring the plant life along local waterways in the Midlands, run with support from Creative Ireland and Westmeath County Council. The launch gathering takes place at Cúige Studios on Dominick Street in Mullingar, Co. Westmeath, bringing together artists, ecologists and local residents to mark the start of the project. The evening includes a meet-and-greet with the artists and collaborators involved, plus an introduction to the workshops, sketch-walks and field sessions planned over the coming months. Admission is free, and all are welcome whether you're an artist, a naturalist, or simply interested in connecting with your local community and environment.
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Common questions
How many kids activities and classes are there in Westmeath?
Kids Patch lists 36 kids activities and classes in Westmeath. 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 Westmeath?
The categories with the most listings are Parent-and-toddler (15), Dance (5), Developmental (4), Arts and crafts (3), Rugby (2), Swimming (2), Athletics (1), Drama (1), and 3 more.
What age range do kids activities and classes in Westmeath cover?
Across the listings on this page, ages run from birth up to 15 years. 32 of the 36 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 Westmeath cost?
2 of the 36 listings publish 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 Westmeath?
Yes — 6 of the 36 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 Westmeath?
It varies by provider: of the 36 listings, 3 are parent-accompanied. The rest do not state a policy — assume younger age groups are parent-accompanied unless the provider says otherwise.