It’s hard to believe it’s been 20 years.

But Mahon Point Shopping Centre is marking its milestone birthday with a month-long celebration filled with free family-friendly events and activities from February 1st – 21st.

Cork locals are invited to join in the birthday celebrations, with activities ranging from photo opportunities to engaging games and activities for kids.

Highlights include live dinosaur shows, a magical princess ball, and an exciting superhero event, promising fun for the entire family throughout the month.

Here’s what to expect:

• Saturday, February 1st (1 PM – 4 PM): Carnival Birthday Party
  Guests can enjoy games, a photo pod, and a special meet-and-greet with surprise guests.

• Sunday, February 2nd: Dinosaur Day Live
  Families are invited to meet life-sized dinosaurs, including Terri the Triceratops, Vinny the Velociraptor, and Trixie the Giant T-Rex, with shows at 12 PM, 1:30 PM, and 3 PM.

• Bank Holiday Monday, February 3rd (1 PM – 4 PM): Princess Ball
  Little ones can meet their favourite princesses, enjoy singing and dancing, and indulge in face painting and candy floss.

• Saturday, February 8th (1 PM – 3 PM): Robot Realm
  Visitors will step into the future with walking, talking robots, exciting challenges like the Light Chaser, and prize opportunities with the Vault game.

• Saturday, February 15th (1 PM – 4 PM): Superhero Event
  A fun-filled afternoon of games, activities, and face painting to celebrate everyone’s inner hero.

• Friday, February 21st (1 PM – 3 PM): Teddy Bear’s Picnic
  Children can bring their favourite teddy bears for storytelling, sing-alongs, and playful fun.

Parking is free and the bus stops right outside if you’re heading down.