Cruinniú na nÓg 2026

6 Jun 2026

Celebrate Cruinniú na nÓg at The Ark this year with an exciting FREE programme of events for children and families including the opening of our My Father's Dragon exhibition, a brand-new baby space and workshops, gigs and ISL exhibition tours.

Exhibition: My Father’s Dragon

6 Jun - 1 Aug 2026

Exhibition: My Father’s Dragon — An exhibition for all the family to journey into the magical world of My Father's Dragon.

Cruinniú na nÓg @ The Ark: Excitedly Resting Baby Sessions

6 Jun 2026

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Cruinniú na nÓg @ The Ark: Excitedly Resting Baby Sessions — Join artist Olga Vnukova to explore our new interactive space for children under two, created by artist Orla Kelly.

Cruinniú na nÓg @ The Ark: Animation Adventure!

6 Jun 2026

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Cruinniú na nÓg @ The Ark: Animation Adventure! — 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 with award-winning animators from Matchbox Mountain Animation.

Cruinniú na nÓg @ The Ark: Dragons, from the beginning.

6 Jun 2026

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Cruinniú na nÓg @ The Ark: Dragons, from the beginning. — Join visual artist Duffy Mooney Sheppard for a playful and imaginative workshop for ages 5-7 and their grown-ups, working with clay.

Cruinniú na nÓg @ The Ark: ISL Tour of My Father’s Dragon Exhibition

6 Jun 2026

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Cruinniú na nÓg @ The Ark: ISL Tour of My Father’s Dragon Exhibition — Join us for an ISL tour of Cartoon Saloon's 'My Father's Dragon' exhibition.

Cruinniú na nÓg @ The Ark: Fur, Feathers, Barks and Bites! Interactive Family Gig

6 Jun 2026

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Cruinniú na nÓg @ The Ark: Fur, Feathers, Barks and Bites! Interactive Family Gig — Join Irish musician Shane Mc Grath, aka Mad Dog who will perform a selection of interactive stories and original story songs in this fun music concert for children aged 5 to 12 years and their grown-ups.

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