Head down to Waterford this July for plenty of entertainment, fun and activities for children and families at Spraoi, Ireland's International street arts festival. It will be great family days out.
The Big Top will have lively performances such as acrobatics and physical comedy from Galumpha and Tumble Circus, theatre from Irish Cups and Crowns, and a powerful musical production from the Always Drinking Marching Band.
The streets will be filled with acrobatics, magic and comedy shows for all ages. You will also see art performances from such as French Compagnie Luc Amoros large-scale performance with shadow puppetry, painting and live music. Entertainment for kids and adults.
Among the workshops and fun activities for kids, they can enjoy a kite-making workshop. Make sure to fly it on the kite spectacle with over 100 custom-made, multi-coloured kites on Saturday and Sunday. One of the most fun things to do with kids is the Wobbly Circus workshop, trying out juggling and other workshop skills, for children of all ages.
Pubs, clubs and hotels will fill the days and nights with music from all over the world. The streets will also have plenty to listen to, such as the Samba Mamas, made up of parents from local schools in Drogheda and great family entertainment.
Dates and Venues: 29th-21st July 2011, all over Waterford.
Cost: most events are free, but the festival does ask for €5 contribution. Big Top shows are €5 per person.
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