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theatre · Tuesday 18 August 2026 · 9:30am 
Summer Art and Drama Camp Ennis
At FunKidz Klub · Gort Road, Ennis, Co. Clare
At FunKidz Klub · Gort Road, Ennis, Co. Clare
Four days of drawing, painting, and stepping on stage - that is the idea behind this summer camp from Hope Kids, running at FunKidz Klub on the Gort Road in Ennis. It is aimed at children aged 5 to 12, and each day is split between art and drama, so kids who like making things with their hands and kids who prefer the spotlight both get something out of it. The small group sizes mean it is not a crèche situation; instructors actually have time to work with each child. If you have a child who has been quietly making plays in the living room all year, or one who fills every scrapbook they are given, this is a practical way to give that a proper outlet over the summer.
Each day runs from 9:30am to 2:30pm, and the time is divided between art-making and drama activities led by experienced instructors. On the art side, all supplies are included - paint, canvas, and equipment - so there is nothing to source beforehand. The drama side involves acting and performance work, and guest instructors are brought in as part of the programme. The Eventbrite listing describes it as drawing, creating, acting, and fun, which is a fair summary of the shape of the days. Morning snacks are provided. Lunch is not - children should bring a packed lunch each day. If your child has food allergies, note them on the registration form at booking. Space is limited to keep groups small, so early booking is advised. A family bundle discount is available if you have siblings attending together, which brings the cost down from the standard €90 per child for the four days.
Ennis is the county town of Clare and sits on the N18 motorway, about an hour south of Galway and 30 minutes north of Limerick. It is straightforward to reach by car from most of the county. FunKidz Klub is on the Gort Road - follow signs for the Gort Road Industrial Estate. There is on-site parking. Bus Eireann runs services into Ennis from Galway, Limerick, and Shannon, with the bus station a short taxi or walk from the Gort Road. The nearest train station is Ennis railway station, served by Irish Rail from Limerick on the Ennis line.
If you are dropping a child off and staying local, the town centre is a short drive away and has good independent cafes, a covered market, and the Ennis Friary, a well-preserved 13th-century Franciscan friary worth a look. Clare’s coastline, the Burren, and the Cliffs of Moher are all within an hour of the town. There is more to see in Ennis and across Co. Clare.
Heading to FunKidz Klub in Ennis? Clare has plenty more to see. Read the Ennis area guide, find what else is on, and explore the towns and villages nearby.