We're supersizing holiday fun this summer!
At Holiday HQ, every day is an adventure! Our programmes are packed with hands-on activities, take-home creations, and exciting special events — all designed to spark imagination, inspire creativity, and add an extra dose of fun to your child’s summer.
This Summer, get ready to jump, play, and laugh at Sherpa Kids Summer Camp! This year, we’re turning up the excitement with special events children love!
*Please note: Our Special Events are taking place at selected services only and are subject to availability. Be sure to check the locations and individual service pages for specific dates and event details - all listed in this page.
Tackle giant obstacle courses
Bounce their way through bouncy castles
Cool off with a visit from the ice cream van
Explore the wild with Animal Roadshow and Dave’s Jungle
Be amazed with our live Magic Show
Get ready for a day of fun with giant party games
Our Summer Special Events!
This summer, our Special Events are popping up at selected services during July and August — check them out below!
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Crocodile Obstacle Course
As part of our exciting Special Events, we’re bringing you the Crocodile Obstacle Course — a high-energy, sports-led activity designed to keep children moving, active, and having fun all day long!
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Mega Party Games
Get ready for a celebration like no other with our Party Games Special Event this summer! Kids will enjoy a day filled with disco music, friendship, and non-stop fun with giant old-school games that bring the excitement to a whole new level. Enjoy Giant Connect, Flour Ball in the Bucket, Giant Card Game Board, and Giant Buzzer Challenge – all in one day!
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Bouncing Castles
Enjoy an extreme adventure with a full day of fun as giant bouncing castles take over our Special Event! Kids will jump, bounce, take part in challenge games and laugh their way through an unforgettable experience packed with energy, excitement, and inflatable thrills.
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Ice-Cream Festival
Join Sherpa for our Summer Festival, featuring sweet treats from the Big Noisy 99’s Ice Cream Truck, fun activities, and plenty of sunshine-filled fun.
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Dave's Jungle – Meet the Wild!
Get ready for a thrilling encounter as Dave’s Jungle visits our services! Children will explore the fascinating world of live exotic animals, learn all about reptiles, and even get the chance to interact with them up close. It’s educational, exciting, and unforgettable!
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Ninja Power Day
Children will experience Jiu-Jitsu with Ninja Cubs. They'll enjoy a demonstration and learn the basics of movement, balance and self-confidence - all in a fun and engaging way. This is a perfect mix of martial arts and play, giving them a chance to explore new schools and discover new talents!
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Animal Road Show
This summer, The Animal Roadshow is coming to our services, bringing an exciting selection of animals — from reptiles and birds to creepy crawlies and mammals! Children will dive into the wonders of wildlife as they learn how to care for, feed, and interact with these amazing creatures. It’s the perfect day for young nature lovers!
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Gaint Obstacles Course
Enjoy an extreme adventure with a full day of fun as inflatables to take over our Special Event! Kids will jump, bounce, take part in challenge games and laugh their way through an unforgettable experience packed with energy, excitement, and inflatable thrills.
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The Perfect Magic Show
To celebrate the end of the summer, children will take part in our Magic Show, filled with jaw-dropping surprises as we welcome Marta, a real magician, to Sherpa Kids! Children will be amazed by incredible tricks, playful illusions, and interactive moments that bring the magic to life right before their eyes.
Our Summer Special Events Locations
July & August
Our programmes offer a vibrant mix of hands-on activities, sports, baking sessions, and make-and-take crafts to keep children engaged every day. While daily themes and events run weekly across all services, the Special Events listed on this page are available at selected locations only and are subject to availability. Each participating service will host one or two Special Events during the summer. Check the list below and click "Book Now" to find specific information (and event) for each service!
Sherpa Kids Bunscoil Rinn an Chabhlaigh, Cork
Norwood Grove, Rushbrooke, Cobh, Co. Cork, P24VN20
Sherpa Kids Cork City Educate Together National School
Grattan Street, Cork City, Cork, Co. Cork, T12NW65
Sherpa Kids Gaelscoil Charraig Uí Leighin, Cork
Ardnacloghy, Carrigaline, Co. Cork, P43 W681
Sherpa Kids Kennedy Park National School, Wexford
White Mill Road, White Mill South, Wexford, Wexford, Y35 DR12
Sherpa Kids Ovens National School, Cork
Knockanemore , Ovens, Cork , P31EP63
Sherpa Kids Scoil Chroi Iosa Blarney, Cork
40 The Groves, Blarney, Co. Cork, T23VE40
Sherpa Kids Scoil Naomh Eltin, Cork
Roseabbey Park, Kinsale, Kinsale, Co. Cork, P17 DC93
Sherpa Kids Scoil Padraig Naofa (Boys), Tullow
The Course, Tullow, Carlow, R93C594
Sherpa Kids Griffith Barracks Multi-Denominational School
The Old Guardhouse, South Circular RD, Dublin 8, Dublin, D08KVY4
Affordable for Families—Without Cutting Corners
We know cost matters—especially when you're juggling work, study, or planning a stress-free summer. Even at our highest rate, a full-time week is just €6 per hour, up to 44% less than many other providers. With the National Childcare Scheme (NCS), your cost could drop even further—making summer fun and budget-friendly!
What our families say about Holiday HQ
Holiday HQ: Summer Camp
Join us for an action-packed summer filled with outdoor adventures, creative crafts, water fun, and exciting games! From camping experiences, flying chicken games, and treasure hunts to building sandcastles, crafting scented perfumes, and splashing through water games—each day brings something new. Plus, our Make & Take activities and special weekly events make every week truly unique!