Kids Winter Solstice Woods Session 

Winter Solstice Woods Session

Celebrate the ancient tradition of winter solstice with Tonnta Adventure in the beautiful Belleek Woods as we gather to mark the shortest day of the year.

Date & Time:
Saturday 20th December 2025
2:00pm - 4:30pm (2.5 hours)

Location:
Belleek Woods
Ballina, Co. Mayo

Age Range: 5+ years (activities designed to suit all ages and abilities)

Price: €20 per child

About This Session:

December 21st is the winter solstice - the shortest day and longest night of the year. It's been celebrated for thousands of years, and we're keeping that tradition alive with an afternoon of outdoor fun in the woods!

This session is all about getting kids outside, being creative, and having a great time while learning all about the solstice, the seasons and the traditions around it.

What's Included:

🏮 Lantern Making - Children will create their own beautiful lanterns, with craft versions suitable for different ages and abilities. These lanterns symbolize bringing light into the darkness and the promise of returning sun. We will walk out of the woods with the fading light and our laterns help light the way. 

📖 Solstice Storytelling - Gathered around the fire, we'll share stories about the solstice, winter traditions, and the celebration of light.

🌞 Learning About the Solstice - Children will discover what the winter solstice means, why ancient peoples celebrated it, and how we can connect to these seasonal rhythms today.

🔥 Fire Circle - We'll gather around the warmth of the fire to enjoy delicious traditional treats and warming drinks together.

All craft materials are provided.

What to Wear:

This is an outdoor woodland session in December, so please dress children appropriately:

• Warm, waterproof clothing (layers work best)
• Warm hat and gloves
• Waterproof footwear and clothing they don't mind getting muddy
• The weather won't stop us - we embrace all seasons!

What to Bring:

• Snack and drink