Events by Type - Fun

Féile Brian Boru 2024 will take place from Wednesday 3rd July to Sunday 7th July.

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U9’s Hurling Tournament
Saturday 8th July - 1:15 pm Smith O'Brien's GAA, Killaloe
Free

Come along and watch the “Clash of the Ash” between our local U’9 teams. Co-ordinated by Smith O’Brien’s GAA, Killaloe

GALA at Ballina Swimming Pool
Sunday 9th July - 11:30 am Ballina Riverside Park
€2.50

Come and enjoy fun and games in the water at Ballina heated swimming pool. €2.50 per child – BOOKING IS ESSENTIAL  Co-ordinated by Ballina Swimming Pool committee Pool opens to the public at 2pm.  

Féile Brian Ború Photo Competition
Wednesday 3rd July - 8:00 am Killaloe - Ballina
Free

Killaloe Photography Group and Fèile Brian Ború are having a photo competition! Entry is easy! PLEASE DON’T POST IMAGES HERE Post on the KILLALOE PHOTOGRAPHY GROUP FACEBOOK Page for everyone to enjoy! ALL POSTS on the Killaloe Photography Group page 2 July and 14 July 2024 are AUTOMATICALLY ENTERED! Yo join the Killaloe Photography Group,… Read More

Drama Workshop (strictly 5 – 7 years)
Thursday 4th July - 4:00 pm Killaloe-Ballina Community and Family Resource Centre
€5

Have fun, gain confidence and get creative in our drama workshop specifically designed for kids from 5 – 7 years old. €5.00 pp. BOOKING ESSENTIAL.

Drama Workshop (8 – 12 years)
Thursday 4th July - 5:00 pm Killaloe-Ballina Community & Family Resource Centre
€5

Have fun, gain confidence and get creative in our drama workshop specifically designed for kids from 8 – 12 years old. €5.00 pp. BOOKING ESSENTIAL.

Table Quiz
Thursday 4th July - 8:00 pm Brian Ború on the Hill, Ballina
€40

Fancy a fun night out? Come along and test your knowledge and gather a team for our friendly table quiz. Prize for the winning table. €40 for table of 4. All proceeds go to the Ballina Handball Alley roof fundraiser.

Beginner’s Art for Adults
Friday 5th July - 10:00 am The Bridge Creative Arts Centre
€10

Interested in learning how to draw and paint? Then here is your chance under the experienced tutorage of talented local artist Marian Conroy. Materials Supplied. €10.00pp. BOOKING ESSENTIAL – book your place here!

Outdoor Yoga with Jen
Friday 5th July - 10:00 am Between the Waters (below Killaloe Market)
Free

Come along and join Jen for an outdoor yoga session by the lake, no need to book in just bring yourself and a mat along! All levels welcome 🌞🧘🏽‍♀️🧘‍♂️🕉

Drama Workshop (strictly 5 – 7 years)
Friday 5th July - 4:00 pm Killaloe-Ballina Community & Family Resource Centre
€5

Have fun, gain confidence and get creative in our drama workshop specifically designed for kids from 5 – 7 years old. €5.00 pp. BOOKING ESSENTIAL.

Drama Workshop (8 – 12 years)
Friday 5th July - 5:00 pm Killaloe-Ballina Community & Family Resource Centre
€5

Have fun, gain confidence and get creative in our drama workshop specifically designed for kids from 8 – 12 years old. €5.00 pp. BOOKING ESSENTIAL.

Outdoor Yoga with Jen
Saturday 6th July - 10:00 am Two Mile Gate
€10

Come along and join Jen for an outdoor yoga session by the lake, no need to book in just bring yourself and a mat along! All levels welcome 🌞🧘🏽‍♀️🧘‍♂️🕉

CLAY BATTLE WARRIORS
Saturday 6th July - 10:00 am Killaloe-Ballina Community & Family Resource Centre
€5

Come along and make your own clay battle warrior  – choose from the mighty Dalcassian Army or the fierce Vikings. Suitable for children aged 5+ BOOKING ESSENTIAL – Book here!

Beginner’s Art for Adults
Saturday 6th July - 10:00 am The Bridge Creative Arts Centre
€10

Interested in learning how to draw and paint? Then here is your chance under the experienced tutorage of talented local artist Marian Conroy. Materials Supplied. €10.00pp. BOOKING ESSENTIAL – book your place here!

Shannon Swim c. 500 metres
Saturday 6th July - 11:30 am Pier Head
Free

One of the longest running events as part of Feile Brian Boru, the Shannon Swim runs from the Pier Head to the Bridge. Are you brave enough to give it a go? ENTRY FORM IS ESSENTIAL AND MUST BE SUBMITTED BY FRIDAY 5TH JULY 2024 Prizes will be presented on the day in the following… Read More

Irish Kings and Queens – portraits puppets
Saturday 6th July - 11:30 am Killaloe-Ballina Community & Family Resource Centre
€5

Make yourself into an Irish King or Queen and fool your friends and family! Suitable for children aged 8+ BOOKING ESSENTIAL – Book here!

Viking Village
Saturday 6th July - 12:00 pm Smith O'Brien's GAA, Killaloe V94 K2R9
€5

We are delighted to welcome Lakes Viking to Killaloe-Ballina, and we hope you will come along to their village in Cathedral Quay. Enjoy chatting with our visitors and experience a range of exhibits including; Tablet Weaving, Needlework, Weapons and Armor,  Weapons, Leatherwork, Birds of Prey, Runes, Toys and Jewelry, Face-painting,  Storytelling, Carving, Coins, Music, and… Read More

Sailing Taster Sessions on Lough Derg
Saturday 6th July - 12:00 pm Ballina Riverside Park (near the Washerwoman's Brudge)
Free

Ever fancy sailing on Lough Derg? Well now is your chance! Killaloe Sailing Club will provide taster sessions on Lough Derg. Sessions are free but advance booking is advisable – please book your slot below – 12pm – 12:30pm 12:30pm – 1:00pm 1:00pm – 1:30pm 1:30pm – 2:00pm 2:00pm – 2:30pm 2:30pm – 3:00pm

Community Garden Open Day
Saturday 6th July - 1:00 pm Killaloe Ballina Garden Community
Free

A great chance to see the great growth (literally) at the Killaloe Community Garden. Why not drop in and maybe find your green fingers!

SWORDS & SHIELDS
Saturday 6th July - 1:30 pm Killaloe-Ballina Community & Family Resource Centre
€5

Design & decorate your own sword and shield to be part of Brian Boru’s warrior army! Let the battles begin! Suitable for children aged 5 – 12 years. Old clothes essential) BOOKING ESSENTIAL – Book Here!  

STRUT YOUR MUTT Féile Brian Ború FUN Dog Show
Saturday 6th July - 2:00 pm Cathedral Quay
€3.00 per entry

We are delighted to give all you dog lovers an opportunity to show off your Best Friend. Categories include: Handsomest Dog; Prettiest Bitch; Golden Oldie (6+ years); The Sweetest Puppy (under 1 year); Most Appealing Eyes; Waggiest Tail; Best Rescue Dog; Child’s Best Friend (for owners of 10 years old and under), Best Groomed &… Read More

Viking Ship Trips on the Lake
Saturday 6th July - 2:00 pm Pontoon, near Killaloe Library
Free

Lakes Vikings will bring a replica Viking Ship to Killaloe-Ballina to sail on Lough Derg. Come along and take a short trip and learn about this ship from the Vikings themselves. Wristband event – wristbands can be purchased at the Viking Village

Royal Boru Mega Crowns
Saturday 6th July - 3:00 pm Killaloe-Ballina Community & Family Resource Centre
€5

Come along and make a “royal Boru” mega crown – let your creativity flow! Suitable for children aged 5-12 years BOOKING ESSENTIAL – Book here!

Féile Brian Ború photography outing
Saturday 6th July - 9:30 pm Ballina Quay
Free

The Killaloe Ballina Photography Club and Féile Brian Ború invite you to photograph the Viking procession and raid followed by the fireworks. All abilities welcome.   We will post articles in the chat on how to use you phone, DSLR, or mirrorless camera. A tripod and remote shutter release is recommended for DSLR or mirrorless… Read More

Vikings torch parade
Saturday 6th July - 10:00 pm The Bridge & Flanagan's, Ballina
Free

Watch as the Vikings parade from their Village to Flanagan’s in Ballina. Come along and watch a Battle Challenge between the two clan leaders.  

Féile Fireworks
Saturday 6th July - 10:45 pm Near the Bridge
Free

We welcome back Rocket Pyrotechnics for another amazing display of Fireworks over the River Shannon – An event not to be missed!

CLAY BATTLE WARRIORS
Sunday 7th July - 10:00 am Killaloe-Ballina Community & Family Resource Centre
€5

Come along and make your own clay battle warrior  – choose from the mighty Dalcassian Army or the fierce Vikings. Suitable for children aged 5+ BOOKING ESSENTIAL – Book here!

Giant Stand up paddle boarding sessions
Sunday 7th July - 10:00 am Killaloe Canal (Between the Waters)
Free

A Free Giant Stand Up Paddleboarding session in Killaloe Canal (start point Between the Waters). 12 places per slots/session on a first-come first-served basis. 1000 – 1145  1145 – 1230 1230-1315 1400 – 1445 1445 – 1530 Children must be accompanied by an adult. Suitable for ages 6 up. Life jackets provided. Expect to get wet so… Read More

Viking Village
Sunday 7th July - 11:00 am Smith O'Brien's GAA, Killaloe V94 K2R9
€5

We are delighted to welcome Lakes Viking to Killaloe-Ballina, and we hope you will come along to their village in Cathedral Quay. Enjoy chatting with our visitors and experience a range of exhibits including; Tablet Weaving, Needlework, Weapons and Armor,  Weapons, Leatherwork, Birds of Prey, Runes, Toys and Jewelry, Face-painting,  Storytelling, Carving, Coins, Music, and… Read More

Children’s Colouring Competition @ Coffee & Cars
Sunday 7th July - 11:00 am McKeogh's Car Park, Ballina
Free

While you are admiring the cars at Coffee & Cars, let the younger folk get involved in a car themed colouring competition. Entries can be dropped to the Pit Stop Cáfe, Ballina. Prizes will be presented for the best entries. Co-ordinated and sponsored by the Pit Stop Cafe.     

Pool GALA
Sunday 7th July - 11:00 am Ballina Riverside Pool
€2.50

Come and enjoy fun and games in the water at Ballina heated swimming pool. €2.50 per child – BOOKING IS ESSENTIAL Tickets 21 – 40 Co-ordinated by Ballina Swimming Pool committee Pool opens to the public at 2pm.  

FAIRY HOUSES
Sunday 7th July - 11:30 am Killaloe-Ballina Community & Family Resource Centre
€5

Imagine & create your own magical fairy house. Suitable for children aged 5 – 12 years. Old clothes essential! BOOKING ESSENTIAL – Book Here!  

Garden Party @ The Killaloe Hotel
Sunday 7th July - 12:00 pm The Killaloe Hotel and Spa
Free

Join the team at the Killaloe Hotel & Spa in their beautiful gardens and enjoy live music with Atomic Chicken, tasty burgers and hot dogs and children’s entertainment.

Viking Ship Trips on the lake
Sunday 7th July - 12:00 pm Pontoon, near Killaloe Library
Free

Lakes Vikings will bring a replica Viking Ship to Killaloe-Ballina to sail on Lough Derg. Come along and take a short trip and learn about this ship from the Vikings themselves. Wristband event – wristbands can be purchased at the Viking Village

Community Garden Open Day
Sunday 7th July - 1:00 pm Killaloe Ballina Garden Community
Free

A great chance to see the great growth (literally) at the Killaloe Community Garden. Why not drop in and maybe find your green fingers!

FAIRY QUEEN WINGS & MINI CROWNS
Sunday 7th July - 1:30 pm Killaloe-Ballina Community & Family Resource Centre
€5

Come along to create your own Fairy Queen Wings & Mini Crown. Join King Brian Borus’ Fairy Queen Aoibheal of Ballycuggaran wearing your own crown as you walk in their footsteps. Suitable for children aged 5 -12 years. BOOKING ESSENTIAL – Book Here!    

Ballina GAA Duck Race, Family Games & Meet & Beat our Ballina county Heroes!!
Sunday 7th July - 1:30 pm Ballina Pontoon, Riverside Walk
€10

Forget the Olympics, there is only one major race this summer. The Ballina Juvenile GAA Club “Great Duck Race” takes place on the 7th July at 1.30pm as part of the Brian Boru Festival. In what promises to be a great day, there will be special guests, fun challenges and of course the greatest Duck… Read More

Hang Tough Challenge
Sunday 7th July - 2:00 pm Green opposite Flanagan's on the Lake
€3 for Juvenile €5 for adults

How long can you hang? Prizes, trophies and more importantly bragging rights for the winners. U’14’s and Adult Category Each entry gets entered into a raffle. All funds raised go to the Ballina Handball Club roof fundraiser

SWORDS & SHIELDS
Sunday 7th July - 3:00 pm Killaloe-Ballina Community & Family Resource Centre
€5

Design & decorate your own sword and shield to be part of Brian Boru’s warrior army! Let the battles begin! Suitable for children aged 5 – 12 years. Old clothes essential) BOOKING ESSENTIAL – Book Here!