Slieve Aughty Centre’s Easter Festival blooms with the spirit of spring, renewal, joy, and togetherness! Laughter fills the air as families wander through the Enchanted Forest and children trot on ponies, their faces painted like bright spring flowers. The craft room buzzes with creativity, and the gentle farm animals bring soft, warm moments of connection. Spring’s promise is everywhere, from the budding plants in the organic garden to the playful games and riverside walks. With silly costumes and the simple joy of being outdoors, our festival is a fresh start, just like the season itself!

Open 12 to 5 daily, entry is €20 per child, €5 per adult and includes;
-Follow the trail to the Enchanted Forest on foot
-Ride a pony in the arena (Monday to Friday)
-Ride a pony to the enchanted forest (Saturday and Sunday)
-Visit the craft room to make and do
-Get your face painted
-Pet the ponies and other farm animals
-Visit the nature hut
-Spend quality time playing family games
-Play on the playground
-Dress up in a silly costume
-Go for a walk to the river or native woodlands
-Stroll through the organic garden
-Sweet bag for each child after completing a nature quiz
-Pizza Party Fridays are back! Enjoy hot-stone-baked pizzas fresh from their clay oven in our Italian-style garden every Friday evening from 6-8pm.

The cafe will be open throughout the festival with specials, pancakes, sweet treats, great coffees, lunches and much more. There is something on the menu for everyone.