Events Archive: Ages 8-12

Join us for an ISL tour of Cartoon Saloon's My Father's Dragon exhibition led by Caoimhe Coburn Gray.

In this workshop for ages 8 - 12 years, you will find inspiration and learn new techniques for developing animated characters and bringing drawings to life in these fun workshops with award-winning animators Matchbox Mountain Animation.

We are delighted to present our brand-new show for ages 4+ by Jesse Jones and Naomi Moonveld Nkosi.

Enjoy traditional crafts in fun workshops for children aged 5-12 as part of TradFest Children's Hub 2026.

The Henry Girls return to help us celebrate Tradfest with concert performances of Tracks in The Snow, for ages 4+

Watch our music show Tracks in the Snow by The Henry Girls from the comfort of your classroom and then join artist Jole Bortoli for a visual arts workshop inspired by the show!

We are delighted to welcome Branar back, this festive season, to The Ark with their gorgeous sell-out show How To Catch a Star.

Watch Wires, Strings & Other Things from the comfort of your classroom and then join Ed Devane for a music workshop inspired by the show!

Watch one of The Ark's most popular music shows from your home or classroom this January. Follow the heavenly harmonies of The Henry Girls into an enchanting world of winter!

The Henry Girls return to The Ark to help us celebrate our 30th Birthday with a special concert performance of Tracks in The Snow, for ages 4+!