Vantastival is a very family friendly festival and children are welcomed.
All weekend scheduled children’s activities take place in the Enchanted Garden Kids’ Camp which will be open from 5-7pm on Friday and 10-6pm Saturday and Sunday. There will be so much on offer from arts and crafts, circus skills sessions, music and comedy workshops, open mic sessions, giant bubbles, face paint and so much more. Check the blackboards for schedules on the day. All children must be fully supervised by parents/carers at all times.
Read this article from RTÉ Lifestyle with our top tips for people bringing kids to Vantastival!
A MAGICAL INVITATION
Once upon a time in the heart of the mystical land of Beaulieu House, an Enchanted garden bloomed. Alive with spells and critters, this garden sent a call across the land. To all magical creatures, brave adventurers, and kind-hearted children – it is time to gather beneath the Faraway Tree, for a wondrous spell is ready to be cast upon the world.
Place – The Faraway Tree
Spell – Bee Kind
Come dressed in your most magical attire—wings and wands. Let us celebrate kindness, nature, mini beasts, and the magic that lives around us.
BUBBLE TROUBLE
It’s a pleasure to be back again at Vantastival for more Bubble fun! You’ll find us at the Vantastival Kids area and the occasional pop up show around the festival. Fifteen years experience creating outdoor bubble shows we hope you find us and enjoy atmosphere and immersive experience as much as we do!
CIRQUE DU SPRAOI
Roll up, roll up! Cirque du Spraoi is bringing circus fun to the kids area! Join us for Circus Playtime – a chance to try juggling, hula hoops, and many more fun props! Keep an eye out for our Circus Walkabouts, spreading laughs and magic all around the festival!
HAPPY SOUL YOGA & SOUNDS
• Certified Sound Therapist 💫
• Yoga Teacher 🧘♂️
• Sound Baths ️✨
• Workshops & Retreats 🧚
Step into a sanctuary of stillness and sound, where I’ll be guiding you through beautiful Yoga sessions and immersive Sound bath experiences. Whether you’re seeking movement, mindfulness, or deep energetic release, this is your invitation to reset, realign, and reconnect.
Flow, breathe, and vibe with me as we dive into energizing yoga sessions and deeply rejuvenating sound baths. Get ready to stretch your body, lift your spirit. Whether you’re a seasoned yogi or just getting started, these sessions are all about tuning in, turning up, and feeling amazing from the inside out. Come move, come listen, come vibe! All levels welcome—just bring your breath, your body, and an open heart.
KIDS COMEDY
Standup and stories from Makeyuppers and a brilliant selection of top comics from across the country.
BUCKY’S CIRCUS
Join in the fun and learn some circus skills! We offer a range of circus skills, like juggling, diabolo, hula hoops and handheld stilts. For 2 hours participants can drop in and try some circus skills. These workshops are accessible for people of all ages, abilities and skill levels. We try to include everyone who is interested in our workshops and are more than willing to amend our workshop for people with specific needs, if possible.
MAD DOG
MAD DOG is the brainchild of musician and music teacher Shane McGrath. It is a very interactive experience suitable for all the family. Story songs for small ears and for big ears. MAD DOG performs his original songs with the help from his friends The Sub Woofers. Lee Vicious and Paddy Barker. MAD DOG also performs solo with backing tracks.
Furs and Feathers, a collection of original songs, was released with an accompanying illustrated songbook designed by Niall McCormack. Barks and Bites, a follow up collection is due for release in the spring of 2026.
He has performed at many festivals. Kaleidoscope, Killruddery House and Gardens, Funtropolis, Stoneybatter Street Fest, to name a few. He is also part of the Creative Hubs project in Dublin City Libraries run by The Ark 2024 and 2025.
