Dublin: Old School Sports Day

Get ready to embrace your inner child with a high-energy Old School Sports Day that brings back the best of primary school fun—only this time, it’s for grown-ups. Set in a local park or indoor venue in Dublin, this experience is the perfect combination of laughter, physical activity, and a touch of healthy competition. Whether you’re planning a hen or stag party, a team outing, or just a memorable group day out, this activity delivers excitement, teamwork, and pure silliness in equal measure.

From the moment you arrive, your dedicated event host will set the tone for the day with colourful bibs, headbands, and team flags to get everyone into the spirit. Then it’s onto the field for a non-stop series of classic events: sack races, egg-and-spoon challenges, three-legged runs, tug of war, wheelbarrow races, space hopper relays, and more. Each game is designed to be accessible and enjoyable for all fitness levels—no serious athleticism required, just a willingness to have fun.

Teams will compete for points in each round, building camaraderie as they cheer each other on, take hilarious tumbles, and rediscover just how tricky (and entertaining) it is to balance an egg on a spoon. The event is full of music, playful banter, and tons of photo-worthy moments. At the end of the session, a brief awards ceremony crowns the winning team with medals or novelty prizes, making for the perfect finale to a truly joyful day.

Ideal for breaking the ice, this is an activity where no one takes themselves too seriously, and everyone ends up laughing. It’s not about who’s the fastest—it’s about who’s having the most fun.

Approximately 1 hour

• Playfully competitive experience with retro-style schoolyard games
• Activities include sack race, three-legged race, tug of war, space hopper relays & more
• Hilarious team-based fun led by a lively host/referee
• Great bonding activity for hens, stags, birthdays, or corporate groups
• Music, props, and lighthearted commentary keep the energy high

Prices start from 24 EUR (exact pricing may vary based on group size and additional services).

• Private venue hire (indoor or outdoor depending on weather)
• Event coordinator/host to run all activities
• Classic old school equipment and props (sacks, eggs, cones, hoppers, bibs, etc.)
• Group games and competitions with full setup

• Suitable for participants aged 16+
• Casual, sporty clothing and trainers recommended
• Takes place rain or shine; indoor alternatives available for poor weather
• Minimum group size may apply, especially on weekends
• Great add-on activity before a night out in Dublin
• Can be combined with picnic or food/drinks package on request
• Advance booking essential to secure preferred time slot