As the fantastic summer weather continues, it’s time to plan another weekend of fun things to do with the kids.
There are plenty of opportunities to make the most of the sunshine from colourful events and magical family days out to agricultural shows and lively arts festivals.
Here are five fantastic events taking place this weekend and you can find thousands more things to do on YourDaysOut.com.
Five family things to do
Dublin | 18th & 19th July, 2026
Celebrate one of Dublin’s best-loved summer traditions at the Rose Festival in St Anne’s Park. Enjoy a weekend of colourful floral displays, live music and performances, artisan food, craft stalls and family entertainment, all set within the beautiful surroundings of the famous Rose Garden. Admission is free, with activities running from 10am to 6pm each day.
Mayo | 12th – 19th July, 2026
The final weekend of Ballina Salmon Festival features some of its biggest highlights, including the historic Moy Swim, live entertainment, the Battle of the Clubs Lip Sync competition and the spectacular Grand Finale with live music and fireworks.
Families can also enjoy busking performances and a lively festival atmosphere throughout the town.
Sligo | 18th July, 2026
The Sligo County Agricultural Show returns to Riverstown on Saturday 18th July for a fantastic family day out celebrating farming, food and rural life.
Visitors can enjoy livestock competitions, equestrian events, local crafts, home produce, family entertainment, trade stands and plenty of attractions for all ages.
Roscommon | 16th – 25th July, 2026
The Boyle Arts Festival returns with more than two weeks of live music, theatre, visual art, exhibitions, talks, workshops and family-friendly events across the town.
Highlights include the colourful opening parade, the annual Art Trail, concerts, comedy, literary events and exhibitions, alongside hands-on creative workshops and activities for children.
Meath | 18th – 19th July, 2026
The Fairy Festival returns to Loughcrew Gardens for a magical weekend of family entertainment. Meet fairies, mermaids and unicorns, enjoy bubble shows, puppet performances, wand and mandala making, aerial displays, stilt walkers, live music, food stalls and craft vendors, all set within the beautiful surroundings of Loughcrew Gardens.
Looking for things to do, events and family days out in Ireland? Discover and book activities, attractions and birthday parties across the country on YourDaysOut.com.
