With school on hold for many and the days getting longer, midterm is a great chance to get out and try something new.
From creative camps and indoor play to animal encounters, cooking workshops and zip line adventures, there's plenty happening across the country to keep children of all ages entertained.
Whether you’re after a low-key family day out, an active group activity or something a bit different for Valentine’s weekend, here are some of the best options to explore this February. You'll find many more ideas for things to do on YourDaysOut.com
Midterm at Croke Park
Dublin | Sunday 15th, Thursday 19 & Friday 20 February
Teidí Tours return to Croke Park over midterm with a fun, family-friendly experience designed for younger visitors. Children take part in a teddy-making workshop before heading on a guided tour of the stadium, with behind-the-scenes access and time to explore the GAA Museum afterwards. Each child creates their own sports teidí to bring home, making it an easy and engaging outing during the break.
For adults and students aged 16 and over, this weekend also features Tales from the Pale, a rooftop storytelling tour exploring Dublin’s darker history through spooky tales, writers and folklore as visitors walk the stadium roof and take in views across the city.
February Events at Airfield
Dublin | Various throughout February
From hands-on cooking camps to elegant afternoon teas, Airfield Estate has something for everyone this February. Budding foodies aged 8–12 can join the Young Chef 3-Day Camp from 17–19 February to learn new skills and cook sustainable dishes. Adults can enjoy a Date Night Cooking Experience (18 & 19 February), a social Brunch Club (28 February), or unwind with Afternoon Tea in the historic Library Room (6 & 20 February).
Great Escape Rooms
Galway | Open Daily
Friday the 13th meets Valentine’s Day with a twist at Great Escape Rooms. Take on three intense escape room challenges as you race to stop a deadly virus in Quarantine 2.0, defeat the evil Banshee in Haunted Cabin in the Woods or escape a serial killer’s lair in Seven Deadly Sins.
It is also the perfect excuse to show some love to your third wheel this Valentine’s Day. Bring them along for a fun and unforgettable escape room experience and make it a night everyone will remember. Book now to secure your room.
Dublin Lunar New Year Festival
Dublin | Until March 1st
Dublin’s Lunar New Year celebrates the Year of the Horse with a range of family-friendly events. Taking place across the city, the festival blends traditional culture with contemporary creativity, offering relaxed ways for children and adults to take part together.
Over the opening weekend, families can enjoy hands-on art workshops at the National Gallery of Ireland, including drop-in creative sessions inspired by Lunar New Year themes, alongside an online family workshop exploring horse-inspired art from home. An art exhibition at Flux also runs through the weekend, adding a visual and cultural element to the celebrations for those exploring the city.
Beyond The Trees
Wicklow | Open Daily
Plan a family day out this February with a visit to Beyond the Trees Avondale. Open daily throughout the mid-term break, the park offers a mix of history, nature and adventure for all ages. Explore the historic Avondale House with a guided tour, walk among the treetops on the fully accessible walkway and take on Ireland’s longest slide for a thrill the kids won’t forget.
For something different on Valentine's weekend, couples and friends can enjoy a romantic sunset stroll to Lover’s Lookout, complete with softly lit paths, wooden love notes and optional treats at the Seed Café. Just 50 minutes from Dublin or a short walk from Rathdrum Station, it’s the perfect February escape.
Midterm at Kidspace
Rathcoole | Sunday, 15th February, 2026
Kidspace has a full week of fun planned this mid-term with themed events and daily camps at both venues. In Rathcoole, children aged 4–9 can enjoy a Galentine’s Pamper Morning on Sunday 15th February, with spa-style fun including mini treatments, music, games and a pancake brunch.
Meanwhile in Rathfarnham, Mickey and Minnie return for a special Valentine’s Picnic Brunch on the same morning, with dancing, character moments, photo opportunities and indoor play.
Mid-Term Camps also run throughout the week in both locations, with a mix of crafts, sensory play and time in the play centre. Suitable for younger children looking for a fun and active break.
Akumakon
Galway | 14 & 15 February, 2026
Akumakon returns to Galway for a weekend celebrating anime, manga and Japanese pop culture, bringing together fans of all ages for talks, panels, screenings and cosplay. One of the longest-running conventions of its kind in Ireland, the event is organised by the University of Galway Anime and Manga Society and has grown into a well-established fixture on the calendar.
Taking place across Áras na Mac Léinn and nearby campus buildings, the student-led, non-profit convention offers a lively and welcoming atmosphere, with activities running throughout the weekend. It is a fun option for families with older children and teens who enjoy anime, gaming and creative fandom culture.
Marlhill Open Farm
Tipperary | Open Thursday-Sunday
Marlhill Open Farm offers a relaxed and friendly day out for young families. Run by the Fitzgerald family, the farm is designed with little ones in mind, with plenty of animals to meet and space to play. Grown-ups can unwind with a coffee in the on-site café while the kids explore and burn off energy.
GoQuest
Dublin | Open Daily
GoQuest Junior is a high-energy indoor challenge experience designed especially for children aged five to twelve, making it a great option for families, friends and groups over the mid-term break. With 22 interactive rooms to explore, kids can think, move and laugh their way through a mix of puzzles and physical challenges in a safe, weather-proof setting.
For older groups, GoQuest Arena offers a fast-paced team challenge that suits friends, teens and group outings looking for something different during the break. The Carrickmines location is easy to reach, with free parking, Luas access and an on-site café, making it a fun and flexible option for mid-term days out.
Tearaways Pet Farm & Activity Centre
Tipperary | Open Thursday - Sunday during mid-term
Tearaways is open over the mid-term break with a full mix of indoor and outdoor fun for families. Children can enjoy slides, tunnels, ball pits and a toddler area indoors, alongside go-karts, a barrel train, playgrounds and a pet farm outdoors with plenty of friendly animals to meet. Food is served on site, making it an easy day out, whatever the weather.
The Ark Puddenhill
Meath | Open Wednesday-Sunday
A full day of fun awaits at The Ark Puddenhill, with indoor and outdoor play zones, a petting farm and soft play areas for all ages. Little ones can enjoy baby-only play zones, climbing frames and ball pits, while older children explore twisty slides, rope swings, an indoor soccer pitch and more. Outside, there are two playgrounds, a sand pit with diggers, and friendly animals to meet including goats, pigs, deer and ducks. Suitable for toddlers right up to older kids.
Jurassic Newpark
Kilkenny | Open Daily
Make it a mid-term day out to remember at Newpark Hotel’s Jurassic Newpark. Explore the Dino Trail with life-sized animatronic dinosaurs, meet friendly animals at the mini wildlife farm, and enjoy the adventure playground, zipline and Jurassic Bounce - a covered inflatable jump zone. Fun for all ages, all in one place.
Zipit Djouce
Wicklow | Open Daily except Tuesday & Wedesday
Set in the woods of Djouce, just outside Enniskerry, Zipit offers an active day out for families this mid-term break. The forest course includes a mix of zip lines, rope bridges, climbing walls and balance challenges, with routes rising up to twelve metres above ground.
Children aged 3–6 can try the junior ropes course, which stays low to the ground but still offers plenty of adventure. Older children and teens can take on the higher elements, with sessions lasting up to three hours. Located within easy reach of Bray, Roundwood and Dublin, it’s a good option for those looking to spend time outdoors this February.
Explorium
Dublin | Open Daily
With over 250 hands-on exhibits and indoor adventure zones, Explorium is packed with activities to suit all ages this mid-term. Junior Explorium is perfect for ages 2–7 with creative play areas and interactive science zones, while older children can explore VR experiences, climbing challenges and the popular Tesla lightning show. Pre-booking is essential, especially during school holidays. Located in Sandyford, with free parking and on-site dining available.
Activate Waterford
Waterford | Open Daily
Activate Waterford is a family activity centre with a huge range of indoor activities all under one roof, including laser tag, bowling, climbing, bouldering, soft play, physical gaming and roller skating. It is well suited to families looking for something active to do during the mid-term break.
The venue also runs a mid-term camp from 16th to 20th February, giving children the chance to try all of these activities as part of a supervised daily programme.
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