days out RHA’S ART CART t o d o at a p lace n e


Sat & Sun ongoing 1 - 5pm The RHA’s Art Cart is available every Saturday and Sunday in the gallery from from 1 - 5pm and is staffed by an art educator. All children are welcome to visit the Art Cart to draw and create as well as receive their own exhibition specific Kids’ Gallery Kit. This will allow children to engage with the art on exhibition in the gallery in a fun and interactive way. The exhibition specific, Kids’ Gallery Kit is also available at the front desk throughout the week and is always free of charge. www. rhagallery.ie


but come early as places are limited. Free.


THE ARK Wed 23rd Nov – Fri 6th Jan 2017


Come On In! Family Hang-Out Free Entry. Throughout their birthday season, The Ark invite you to escape from the hustle and bustle of town and drop in to their free hang-out area. If you’re feeling adventurous you can explore the building as you follow their special Art Trail, you can take a look at images, posters and artwork from some of their favourite events from their first 21 years, get creative in their drawing and writing stations, share your ideas for events you’d like to see over the next 21 years, or simply curl up with a book from their library! www.ark.ie 01 – 6707788


DUNDRUM ON ICE Daily Nov 2016 – 15th Jan 2017 Now in its sixth year, the Dundrum Shopping Centre ice rink has become a permanent fixture every Christmas consisting of 450 sq. metres of real ice. Tickets start at €11. Book online at www.dundrumonice.ie or call 01 5242101


SWORDS ON ICE Daily Nov 2016 – 15th Jan 2017 Located in the Swords pavilion Shopping Centre, there is live music and ice skating lessons for children of all ages. Tickets from €8. Book online www. swordsonice.ie or call 015242322.


FAMILY ARTS PROGRAMME - NATIONAL GALLERY Sat ongoing 3pm – 3.30pm The family Workshops at the National gallery Merrion Square provides a fun opportunity for families to enjoy creating together and learning about art through free activities exploring storytelling, music, art, poetry and drama.Suitable for 4 – 10 year olds No booking necessary,


THE MOVING CRIB Wed 23rd Nov - Sun 8th Jan The Moving Crib at Saint Martin’s Apostolate Church, Parnell Square has been one of the most memorable assets of Christmas in Dublin City for over 50 years. Admission free.


DUBLIN GALLERY WEEKEND Fri 25th – Sun 27th Nov The visual arts festival will be taking place in Dublin from Friday 25th to Sunday 27th November. Over one weekend, 36 art galleries across the city invite visitors old and new to experience the exciting and inspiring art on offer in Dublin art galleries. A series of special events, including exhibition openings, artist and curator talks, walking tours, late openings and workshops will take place over the weekend, and almost everything will be free of charge. The wide range of events and exhibitions for all ages will be taking place across Dublin city in galleries such as IMMA, MART Gallery, Douglas Hyde, Kevin Kavanagh Gallery, RHA, Project Arts Centre, Kerlin Gallery, NCAD Gallery, Dublin City Gallery The Hugh Lane and many more featuring a range of Irish and international artists. ie www. dublingalleryweekend.ie


WINTER FAIR


Fri 25th (4 – 8pm) & 26th/27th (11am – 4pm) Nov The National Print Museum’s


Coolmine Panto Group presents


FRIDAY SUNDAY FRIDAY SUNDAY


6th @ 7:30


SATURDAY 7th @ 2:00, 7:30 8th @ 1:00, 5:00


THURSDAY 12th @ 7:30 13th @ 7:30


SATURDAY 14th @ 2:00, 7:30 15th @ 1:00, 5:00


(Autism Friendly Show) THURSDAY 19th FRIDAY


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WEDNESDAY 18th @ 7:30 @ 7:30


20th @ 7:30


SATURDAY 21st @ 2:00, 7:30 22nd @ 2:00


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popular Winter Fair returns for its sixth year this November. The mezzanine level will transform into a winter wonderland with market stalls selling all sorts of unique gifts. Families can print a special Christmas poster with the Museum’s elves and enjoy self- guided Christmas crafts at the Education Area. Press café will be serving mulled wine and festive treats. Free admission


FAMILY CLUB @ THE LAB Fri 25th November 2.30pm Family Club @ The LAB with artists’ Bethan Parkes and Natalie Anderson Children and parents will be encouraged to explore the exhibition and play ideas and materials. Free event, all welcome Foley St Dublin 1


FAMILY TOUR OF THE NATIONAL GALLERY Sat 26th Nov & 3rd / 10th / 11th / 17th Dec Free family tour to explore the highlights of the collection. The route is suitable for prams and strollers. All welcome. Meet in the Millennium Wing, www.nationalgallery.ie


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