Cruinniú na nÓg 2026 - Explore and Wonder

Cruinniú na nÓg is a day of free creativity for children and young people on Saturday 6 June 2026 with events throughout Ireland.
Explore and Wonder is a Cruinniú na nÓg event which is a gentle, sensory-friendly creative day designed especially for children with additional needs and their families.
Explore and Wonder offers a range of creative workshops including printing, bush craft, circus skills, messy play and much more. Children and young people can enjoy a welcoming, inclusive environment where they can explore, express, and discover creativity at their own pace.
Highlights
DiscoWave: A sensory-friendly disco for autistic and neurodivergent children and their families. With gentle lighting, playful beach-themed props, a live DJ and dancer, it offers a calm, welcoming space where families can join in at their own pace.
Sensory SongTales: A gentle music session for children with complex needs and their families.
Marvellous Marbling: Explore the colourful and sensory process of marbling.
Mark Making Mural: A collaborative canvas where everyone is encouraged to contribute. Participants are invited to explore at their own pace, whether that’s making bold marks, soft patterns, or simply enjoying the sensory experience of materials and colour.
Date: Saturday 6 June 2026 from 2:00 to 5:00 pm
Where : Arts Arena, Share Discovery Village. 221 Lisnaskea Road, Lisnaskea, Co.Fermanagh, BT92 0JZ
Ages: 2-18 for children with additional needs and their caregiver/family.
Parking is right beside the entrance to the arena. The arena is fully accessible and includes a lift to upstairs activities. There is a Changing Places Facility at the Leisure Centre on site.
This event is a collaboration between Creative Monaghan and Creative Cavan and is part of Cruinniú na nÓg - funded through Creative Ireland Shared Island.
for more information contact showe@cavancoco.ie
Design: www.saoistudio.ie Illustration: Lydia Hughes
