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Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Newry City with a full day of colour, creativity and hands-on fun at Newry & Mourne Museum, where families can enjoy free, engaging activities designed especially for children and young visitors. Taking place on Tuesday 17 March 2026 the museum will become a lively hub of family-friendly St Patrick's Day events blending arts, culture, heritage and play in the heart of the city.
Jumping Clay Workshops
11am & 2pm
Children can roll, shape and sculpt their own St Patrick's Day themed models with Jumping Clay.
- An adult must accompany children
- Numbers are limited
- Booking is essential.
Face Painting & Glitter Tattoos with Making Faces
11am to 3pm
Add a splash of festive sparkle with facepainting and glitter tattoos by Anmarie from Making Faces. From shamrocks to rainbows, little visitors can step into the celebrations in style.
Sensory Play with Mini Explorers
12noon to 4pm
Mini Explorers will bring a calming, hands-on sensory play experience for younger children and babies, featuring:
- Themed sensory trays
- Scented dough
- Tactile materials
- A dedicated baby play area
Perfect for gentle exploration and imaginative play in a relaxed setting. This is for children with additional needs who might find the parade overwhelming and would welcome a calmer space.
Click here to book Sensory Play.
Categorically Celtic Exhibition Tour
11.30am to 12.30pm
Join our Curator Shán Anena for a special bilingual guided tour of the new exhibition Categorically Celtic. Discover the stories, objects and identity that shape our shared Celtic heritage through engaging insights and conversation.
Make a Day of It
While visiting, explore the museum's galleries, open 10am to 4:30pm including the latest exhibition,
'Making Waves: Newry's rise as a global trade centre'
Free audio guides are available in multiple languages, with a dedicated children's version to help young visitors connect with the stories around them.
Booking Information
- All children must be accompanied by an adult.
- Places for workshops are limited
- Booking in advance is essential
- To reserve a space or request further details, please email Declan.Carroll@nmandd.org
Discover more about Newry & Mourne Museum events and family activities and plan your St Patrick's Day visit today.
Click here to find out more about St Patrick's Day Parade in Newry City.
Facilities
Event Facilities
- Booking Required
Guide Prices
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
|---|---|
| Ticket | Free |
All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Places for workshops are limited
Booking in advance is essential
To reserve a space or request further details, please email Declan.Carroll@nmandd.org
