Together with mykidstime, Ireland's definitive website for parents to find find activities and camps, we present a taste of the best family outings this July. Make sure you have some family fun this summer and attend some of the many activities held throughout ireland.
A wild show Daily
See a wild show of birds of prey at Ireland's largest sanctuary, Eagles Fly. Walk around and look at the birds displayed in aviaries or on perches. The show is used by the scientists to train some of these birds, give information and answer questions.
A spectacular show, where you can experience and see what these magnificent creatures can do.
Time and venue: 11am and 3pm, Eagles Flying - Irish Raptor Research Centre, Ballymote, Co. Sligo.
Cost: under 3 free,€5.50 children 3-16, €9 adults, €27 family ticket (2 adults, 2 children).
http://www.eaglesflying.comFamily farm days Tuesdays and Fridays July
Great activity full days for families, with treasure hunt, bog jumping, sheepdog demonstration, Bodhran workshop, forest walks, and more. Wear old clothes and bring a change of clothes, especially if you want to try the bog jumping. In bad weather there are indoor venues for activities.
Time and venue: 2pm, Causey Farm, Navan Co. Meath
Cost: €14 per person, €50 family rate (4 people), under 3 go free.
http://www.causey.ie/
Stroll in Kinsale Daily 
Learn about Kinsale history during a 90 minute walk through the town. Once beachhead for the last Spanish Armada and Battle of Kinsale, and a hub for fleets, provisions and privateers. Described by 17th century observer as “laying in the road of the Chieftest trade in all the Worlde”.
Time and Venue: 9.15 Mon-Sat and daily at 11.15 am, Tourist Office, Kinsale, Co. Cork.
Cost: €1 children, €6 adult.
http://www.historicstrollkinsale.com/
Summer garden Daily 
Summer is the time to enjoy gardens, when almost every border and plant is in full bloom and colour. See delicate Japanese Anemones, rambling Roses and the goldfish in the pools. Walk through the garden as well as the Anglo-Norman homestead, Viking settlement and Monastic site. Garden tours are offered to groups of ten and more.
Time and Venue: 10am-6pm, Kilmokea Country Manor and Gardens, Campile, Co. Wexford
Cost: €4 children under 16, €7 adults, under 2 go free.
http://www.kilmokea.com/
Sculptures Sunday 11th July-11th September
Visitors to the fabulous Brigit's Garden, can visit the third annual exhibition of Outside:Insight. A sculpture exhibition that gathers some of Ireland's most exciting artists. Get a map, follow the sculpture trail and vote for your favourite.
Time and venue: 10am-5pm, Brigit's Garden, Roscahill, Co. Galway
Cost: €5 child, €7.50 adult, €22 family ticket (2 adults, 3 children)
http://www.brigitsgarden.ie/
Show off your dog Sunday 11th July
The annual Limerick Animal Welfare “Happy Dog Sunday”, this year presented by Limerick Live 95fm presenter John Pendergast. The show will include fun and popular categories, such as Pup Idol, Waggiest Tail, Best Fancy Dress and Best Rescued Dog.
Time and Venue: registration starts at 1pm, People's Park, Limerick City.
Cost: €2 per entry
http://www.limerickanimalwelfare.ie/
Do you have any great tips to share?