Maia Purposeful Play Workshops

Maia Purposeful Play experiences are designed to spark curiosity, foster creativity, and promote the developmental benefits of play.
Traditional and Folk Song Circle with Siobhán Kavanagh

This traditional and folk song workshop, led by vocal artist and teacher Siobhán Kavanagh, welcomes participants to learn and share songs that explore themes of birds and nature.
The Art of Coffee: A Barista Workshop

Just like painting, music, or sculpture, making great coffee is a craft. This hands-on workshop invites participants to explore coffee as both a skill and an art form.
Knitting Workshop with Liz Nugent

This workshop is a fun introduction to knitting. All participants will be guided through the basics of knitting in a relaxed, supportive environment, with plenty of encouragement along the way.
Superhero Self-Portrait Art Workshop

Suitable for all abilities, this is a wonderful opportunity for young artists to create a larger-than-life masterpiece and discover their inner superhero.
Parade Workshops: 5yrs – 14yrs

This year’s Children’s Parade Workshops invite young creators to play a key role in the magic of opening night.
Sensory-Friendly Visual Movement Workshops

These workshops are designed to support children who may benefit from a calmer, more supported introduction to the parade experience.
RoboThink Workshop: 6-8yrs

Attendees will get the chance to build their own robot car, experiment and take part in guided challenges that encourage creativity, problem-solving, and teamwork.
RoboThink Workshop: 6-8yrs

Attendees will get the chance to build their own robot car, experiment and take part in guided challenges that encourage creativity, problem-solving, and teamwork.
RoboThink Workshop: 9-12yrs

Attendees will get the chance to build their own robot car, experiment and take part in guided challenges that encourage creativity, problem-solving, and teamwork.
RoboThink Workshop: 9-12yrs

Attendees will get the chance to build their own robot car, experiment and take part in guided challenges that encourage creativity, problem-solving, and teamwork.
Kränzltstadt – a Sound Installation

Immerse yourself in Kränzlstadt! A city under the shadow of authoritarian control.
FELT FLOWER WORKSHOP WITH LISA CANNON

Join artist Lisa Cannon for a fun and colourful felt flower workshop suitable for adults and children aged 10+.
RESPONSE THROUGH DRAWING WORKSHOP WITH CONOR O’CONNELL

This workshop will be a response through drawing to the material in Conor O’Connell’s Lough Gara exhibition.
A DIVE INTO COMICS WITH WAYNE O’CONNOR

Join artist Wayne O Connor for an action-packed adventure in character design and illustration for comic drawing.
Maia Purposeful Play Workshop (10am)

Maia Purposeful Play experiences are designed to spark curiosity, foster creativity, and promote the developmental benefits of play, all while creating a vibrant and enjoyable atmosphere for everyone involved.
Maia Purposeful Play Workshop (11.15am)

Maia Purposeful Play experiences are designed to spark curiosity, foster creativity, and promote the developmental benefits of play, all while creating a vibrant and enjoyable atmosphere for everyone involved.
Workshop: Live Music Recording with Daithí & Death Milkshake

Join acclaimed Irish musicians Daithí and Death Milkshake for an exciting workshop on how to create and record your own music using Ableton Live software.
Parade Workshops: 6yrs – 14yrs

Get ready to move, make, and celebrate! In the lead-up to the Boyle Arts Festival Opening Ceremony, this year’s Children’s Parade Workshops invite young creators to play a key role in the magic of opening night.
Kids’ Yoga, Mindfulness & SoundPlay with Tanja (5-10 years)

In this combination of kids’ yoga, mindfulness practices and sound play with singing bowls and other instruments your kids will breathe together, sing together, do yoga poses together and learn and play with therapeutic instruments.
