Events Archive: Ages 8-12

Let us introduce you to an exciting new way to make music together as a family using shapes, colours and animation.

Join acclaimed jazz vocalist and improviser Lauren Kinsella, outstanding guitarist and technology-whizz Shane Latimer and inventive cartoonist Patrick Sanders for a music performance with a difference.

Whatever did happen to Hansel and Gretel? Meet Johannes and Margarethe as they open the door of their little cottage - for one day only - to mark a very special celebration.

There will be truths, there will be dares, there will be presents and there will be cake! You are invited to celebrate Katie's 12th birthday as she explores what it's like to be 12 years old and moving from primary to secondary school.

A very special exhibition - of cake! Some of Ireland's best cake artists have come together to celebrate our 21st birthday with an exhibition of spectacular Ark-themed birthday cakes.

Throughout our birthday season, we invite you to escape from the hustle and bustle of town and drop in to our free hang-out area.

As cultural organisations across Ireland throw open their doors for free-events, join us at The Ark and Meet the Animators!

Make your own Lego movie in this hands-on workshop with Brick Flicks. Ages 8-12

Outstanding Irish band Kíla play a gig specially for families as they bring their hip-shaking, smile-making, groovy brand of trad back to The Ark.

Become part of an animation film production team in this hands-on practical course and be part of creating a short film! For Ages 8-12