Don’t miss Funtropolis this Sunday in Merrion Square!

Dublin City Council’s first ever Funtropolis Family Fun day is happening this Sunday.

This new family festival will be taking Merrion Square Park by storm and its jam-packed programme is sure to offer something for everyone.

Pop down to the park between 12pm and 6pm to enjoy the range of activities.

The theme of Storytelling will be brought to life in the magical Story Yurt where a fun filled programme is sure to entertain while also igniting a love of literature.

We will have readings from some of Ireland’s best loved writers!

Families will be encouraged to work together to decorate structures inspired by their favourite book, using materials such as wool, plastics, fabrics and foil at ReCreate.

Kids and adults alike will also get the chance to sing, dance and chat with their favourite characters from the popular children’s songbook Polcaphonc.

Sit back and relax close to the bandstand and enjoy music from the amazing Rathfarnham Ukulele Performance Group (RUGS), Cork based Irish Brass Band Code of Behaviour, vibrant samba ensemble Morro 16 and dance along to The Beat Goes On with DJ Donal Dineen.

Take some time out and learn yoga, movement meditation and mindfulness through dancing, singing, storytime and games at the Zen Den.

Curious minds of all ages are sure to love getting their hands dirty and making discoveries at The Big Dig, a true hands-on learning for young people through a simulated archaeological dig.

A meander through the park is sure to amaze and delight with awe-inspiring aerial antics from the one and only Kate Finegan along with a packed schedule of entertainment on the main stages.

Gather round, gather round to witness the jaw-dropping antics of Guido Fanzini’s Thunderous Entertainment Haberdashery or join Scientist and TV Presenter, Mark the Science Guy, from RTEjr’s ‘Let’s Find Out’ for an interactive, fun filled, energetic display of awesome science experiments for the whole family to enjoy.

Curious State: Messrs. Smiley & Veneer are delighted to present Service with a Smile – a crammed performance of comedy, live music and song while Little Gem Puppets are guaranteed to bring joy and magic to their audience with their interactive puppet show.

Ireland’s only all-woman cabaret Daring Dames are also set to make an appearance.

With extraordinary skill, daring and humour these amazing women defy convention in funny, friendly and fabulous ways whether as hilarious clowns, or in astonishing acts of strength.

Funtropolis is an initiative of Dublin City Council and runs at Merrion Square Park on Sunday July 10th 2022 and Mountjoy Square Park on Sunday August 21st from 12pm to 6pm each day.

Funtropolis marks a very welcome return of large scale family events to the city, and is an event series that Dublin City Council hope to build on for 2023 and beyond.

For more information and updates, make sure to check out www.dublin.ie/funtropolis