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Outdoor free events @ #Phizzfest2025

Yoga – Outdoors

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Inspire your day with a one-hour yoga session in the park. Led by Andrea Keohane.  Wear comfortable clothing and bring a mat or towel.

PHIZZFEST COMMUNITY AND FAMILY DAY

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Join us stage-side for an entertainment-packed afternoon of Phizzfest fun at the canal! Featuring great musical acts, a magician, children’s toys, kayaking and other water-based activities. Lots of information from the Royal Canal Amenity Group and, not forgetting the annual festival highlight – the Duck Race.

Bring all the family and why not bring a picnic too!

 

13.30 : Comhaltas Ceolteoiri Eireann, Royal Canal @ Shandon Gardens

13.30 : The rare skills of the Tinsmith,  Royal Canal @ Shandon Gardens

14.00-17.00 : Try Kayaking ( Free Event – Booking Essential ), 6th Lock

14.15 : Finglas Concert and Marching Band, Royal Canal @ Shandon Gardens

14:30 : Magician Quentin Reynolds, Royal Canal @ Shandon Gardens

14:30 : Raft Race, Royal Canal

15:00 : The Walkeleles, Royal Canal @ Shandon Gardens

15.45 : Galia Arad, Royal Canal @ Shandon Gardens

16.30 : The Musical Suspects, Royal Canal @ Shandon Gardens

17.30 : Duck Race, West of 6th Lock

The Musical Suspects

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The Musical Suspects under conductor Niamh McDonough have been singing both traditional and modern repertoire in close harmony for many years.  They perform regularly in Dublin in the John Field Room and St Ann’s, Dawson Street.

Hidden in Plain Sight Treasure Hunt

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Calling all sleuths! Spend an entertaining afternoon deciphering cryptic clues on this leisurely two-hour hunt through Phibsborough’s past & present. Concluding with après-hunt at Doyle’s Corner pub for refreshments, chats and prizes. Adults and older kids (not suitable for little ones).

Registration 12.30-13.00 at The Volunteer Statue (opp. Phibsborough Library)

 

The Walkeleles

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Back by popular demand for another Phizzfest appearance are the Walkeleles who will bring their unique and magical ukulele interpretation to songs we all know – guaranteed to have you dancing!

SOLD OUT – Mad Hatters Tea Party

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Musician and teacher Shane McGrath will take us on a wonderful musical journey. We will be singing along, playing percussive instruments and using our acting skills to bring stories to life. Wear your silly hat and come ready to enjoy a whimsical adventure. Don’t be late for this very important date! Suitable for children aged 2-6 years.  Maximum 20 participants.

Duck Race

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Prizes galore in this tension-filled festival favourite! Keep an eye out for our yellow barrow selling ducks at pop-up locations in Phibsborough in the week before and on the canal during the Community and Family Day. The race itself will take place west of the 6th lock.

Raft Race

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The challenge is simple! Build your homemade raft, launch it into the canal and try to stay out the water while racing your way to the finish line.  This fun event will have prizes for those who manage to stay dry, most inventive designs and most creative decoration!

Phizzfest Raft Race – Rules and Regulations

Entry forms must be filled out in advance of the race.  For all info contact Mary @ [email protected] or via WhatsApp @ 086 3736488

Now Get building!

 

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