ClevelandIrish.org Cleveland's Irish Cultural Festival - Activities for Children

The festival has something for everyone -- and children are no exception. We've organized a host of amusements especially for kids, so be sure to bring them along! Children can:

Enjoy our Free Petting Zoo and Pony Rides!
Irish Magic Show, as presented by Magician Debbie O"Carroll (read writeup below).
Hear tales of Irish wit and history in the Story Corner.
Participate in many fun crafts and creations!
Make their own Keychains, Friendship Bracelets, and Fairy Headbands -- great "hands on" fun!
Paint their names in Gaelic script with Sean Webber.
Learn Irish Dance from a specialist in children's dance instruction.
Make and take home their own Irish Flags -- great festival souvenirs!
Paint maps of Ireland and other Irish symbols on T-Shirts and caps -- more great festival souvenirs!
Listen to Singers and Storytellers. Your children will be captivated by the amusing narratives and songs performed by some of the festival's finest entertainers. ...You never know who might drop in!
Play with and learn about the many breeds of dog native to Ireland.

This year, the festival is also excited to welcome:

Magician Debbie O’Carroll
Presenting "The Irish Magic Show"

Magician Debbie O’Carroll performs at elementary schools, libraries and festivals all over the United States, and was acclaimed 2003 Performer of the Year by the New England Magical Entertainment Group. “The Irish Magic Show” uses stage magic and audience participation to involve young audiences in the language, arts and history of Ireland. Debbie performs solo and with her husband, Irish-born musician Tom O’Carroll, and together they received a much-treasured award from the Munster Society of Magicians, in Ireland in 1997. Visit Magician Debbie O’Carroll’s website at www.debbieocarroll.com

These are just a few of the festival's fun and social activities, designed specifically to engage the minds and imaginations of children.