This blog post offers a comprehensive guide to family-friendly activities in Sligo, including animal experiences, horseriding, playgrounds, historical sites, water sports, and indoor play centers. Families can explore local markets, engage in outdoor adventures, and enjoy various events. It encourages checking schedules and offers links for more information.
Things to Do in Sligo: Walks, Markets, Culture and More
I'm always asked for suggestions of things to see and do in Sligo, so I thought I'd write a blog post of some of my suggestions. I've written a Sligo Guide of Things to do with Kids here. This is just a guide and bear in mind that it was written as a summer post,... Continue Reading →
The Ballisodare Union Wood Walk and the Gnomes of Union Wood
If you are looking for a beautiful walk, that won’t exhaust you, but will fill you with joy, check out the Ballisodare Union Wood Walk. It’s flat, it’s short, and it’s lovely for all ages. It’s home to the Gnomes of Union Wood, filled with birds and beautiful birdsong, a little library, and even a... Continue Reading →
Lough Talt Loop Walk
I had a bit of time on Friday morning, and I was awake early, so I thought I’d do the Lough Talt Loop Walk. I’ve wanted to do it since the walk got extended, meaning that you didn’t have to walk along the main road anymore. It was a while since I read about it,... Continue Reading →
Valentine’s Day – and the Heart of Sligo Day 2025
Valentine's Day is the day that I've chosen to run the Heart of Sligo Day, it's a day to encourage people to share their love of Sligo on social media, using the #heartofsligo tag. You can share your Sligo photos, videos, business, art, food, anything goes, as long as it's positive. I've also noticed a... Continue Reading →
The SO Funny Sligo Comedy Festival – February 2025
The So Funny Sligo Comedy Festival promises 6 days of Laughs across venues around the town and county. There is something for all ages with nightly stand up gigs, a family comedy magic show, comedy quiz, the Ha Ha Hawk’s Well award night for new talent, an Art Exhibition + more! I was delighted to... Continue Reading →