Join us in Thurles Library this June for a fun‑filled day of creativity and imagination as part of Cruinniú na nÓg 2026 – Ireland’s national day of free creative events for children and young people!
Taking place on Saturday, June 6, Cruinniú na nÓg is all about celebrating young people’s creativity with hands‑on activities, storytelling, music and making. We’ve a fantastic line‑up of workshops and events throughout the day, with something for all ages to enjoy.
Booking is essential for all events (spaces are limited).
To book, please call Thurles Library on 052 616 6131.
Programme of Events
- Sensory Workshop (with Sense‑sational Kids) | 10:30am-11:30am | Ages 0–5
- Sarah Sparkles Storytelling | 11:30am-12:15pm | Ages 3+
- Wooden Toy Making Workshop (with Paul Carew, Lúchta Studios)| 11:45am-1:15pm | Ages 7+
- Slime Making (with Firefly Parties) | 1:15pm-2:00pm | Ages 6+
- Drumming Workshop (with Music Generation) | 2:00pm-2:45pm | Ages 5+
- Pottery Making (with Firefly Parties) | 2:30pm-3:15pm | Ages 6+
- Tape Resist Art (with Lisa Manton) | 2:45pm-4:15pm | Ages 10+
What is Cruinniú na nÓg?
Cruinniú na nÓg is a flagship initiative of the Creative Ireland Programme’s Creative Youth Plan to enable the creative potential of children and young people. Cruinniú na nÓg celebrates creativity in children and young people with free events happening across the country on a single day each year.
Come along and get creative with us – we can’t wait to see you there! 