Little Red Riding Hood’s Woodland Adventure at the Irish National Stud & Gardens 

Category: Family / Outdoor Activities / Events & Festivals
Location: Irish National Stud & Gardens, Tully, County Kildare
Date: Wednesday, 15 July 2026
Time: 12:00 pm–4:00 pm
Price: Event activities are listed as free; standard venue admission may still apply
Best for: Storytelling, woodland trails, crafts, character encounters and outdoor activities

Overview

Step into a classic fairy tale during Little Red Riding Hood’s Woodland Adventure at the Irish National Stud & Gardens.

The event brings the story of Little Red Riding Hood to life through an interactive woodland trail, hidden clues, creative activities and encounters with familiar characters. Visitors can explore St Fiachra’s Garden and Thatch Cottage Green while helping Little Red gather everything she needs for her basket.

Follow the woodland trail

Set off along the winding paths of St Fiachra’s Garden and search for objects hidden among the trees.

The trail includes flowers, berries, pictures and other woodland treasures, with challenges to complete along the way.

Young adventurers can:

• Search for hidden pictures among the trees

• Look out for wanted posters featuring Walter the Wolf

• Find the special red pinecone

• Complete a woodland trail card

• Exchange the red pinecone for a prize

• Claim a treat after finishing the trail

Meet Little Red Riding Hood and Walter the Wolf

Visit Granny’s thatched cottage and meet Little Red Riding Hood and Walter the Wolf.

The character encounters add a theatrical element to the trail and give visitors the opportunity to step directly into the well-known story.

Games and creative activities

Additional activities are planned throughout the event, including:

• Traditional woodland games

• Arts and crafts

• Woodland-inspired mask making

• Designing a wanted poster for Walter the Wolf

• Face painting

Activities may operate at set times or be subject to availability during busy periods.

Picnic in the gardens

Visitors are encouraged to bring a picnic blanket, a favourite teddy bear or another woodland friend.

The event takes place in the natural surroundings of St Fiachra’s Garden and Thatch Cottage Green, offering plenty of space to relax between activities.

Other attractions

A visit can also include the wider attractions at the Irish National Stud & Gardens, such as:

• The Japanese Gardens

• St Fiachra’s Garden

• The Fairy Trail

• The playground

• The Irish Racehorse Experience

• The working stud and thoroughbred horses

• Guided and self-guided visitor experiences

Access to some attractions is included with standard admission.

Venue

The event takes place at:

Irish National Stud & Gardens
Tully
County Kildare
R51 KX25

Booking information

The event runs from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm on Wednesday, 15 July 2026.

The activities are advertised as free, but visitors should check whether standard admission to the Irish National Stud & Gardens is required. Advance booking is recommended during the summer season.

What to bring

Visitors may wish to bring:

• A picnic blanket

• A favourite teddy bear or woodland toy

• Comfortable outdoor footwear

• Weather-appropriate clothing

• A small backpack for trail activities

As much of the event takes place outdoors, prepare for changing weather.