Events

We all know how to play in the park, but have you ever played the park? Join Masamba Samba School at the Shanganagh Park, where we will bring the park to life with percussive sounds. 

Open to all abilities, this hands‑on drumming experience introduces the vibrant rhythms of Afro‑Brazilian samba, with no previous experience required. Participants will explore a range of authentic percussion instruments, work together to create a complete samba piece, and immerse themselves in the infectious spirit of Rio’s famous carnival. All instruments and PPE provided. 

This event is part of a fun‑filled family adventure near the musical instruments at Shanganagh Park where families of all ages are invited to join us as we bring movement, music, and nature‑inspired creativity to the park.

Children have told us they wanted to take part in their local neighbourhood and parks – we have responded by programming an exciting morning. Come along and enjoy art and nature workshops, drumming and music sessions, dance workshops, and live performances by talented young local musicians. You can also catch pop‑up interactive performances from Irish National Opera and try out the musical instruments already in the park.

No need to book—just come along! A full schedule of activities, including the exact times of each music and dance workshop, will be shared closer to the day.