Not every stag wants to spend the whole weekend in the pub. Just outside Dublin there are outdoor activities that give the group fresh air, competition and a good story before the night out.
At a glance
400+
golf clubs in Ireland
25
clays per person in our shoot
30
players max in our footgolf
8+
players for outdoor paintball
~50 km
from Dublin to the Wicklow Mountains
Outdoor activities near Dublin
🎯 Clay pigeon shooting
Shotguns, an instructor and 25 clays each – no licence needed at an authorised range.
⚽ Footgolf
Kick a football round a golf course – Ireland even has a national footgolf tour.
🏎️ Go karting
Outdoor karting with the track reserved just for your group.
🌲 Outdoor paintball
Themed battlefields for groups of 8 or more.
⛳ Golf
Ireland has over 400 golf clubs, including famous links courses around Dublin.
An outdoor day that works
Morning
Transfer out
A minibus picks the group up in the city and takes everyone to the venue.
Midday
Compete
Clay shooting, footgolf or karting – with a winner and a loser for the evening.
Evening
Back for the night
Back in Dublin by late afternoon, shower and out for dinner and the pubs.
Good to know
🍺 Sober for guns and karts
Clay shooting and karting come before the drinking, not after.
🔫 No gun licence needed
Irish law exempts shooting at an authorised club or range from the certificate requirement.
🧥 Dress for the weather
These activities are outdoors – bring a rain jacket and proper shoes.
🚐 Book the transport
The venues are outside the city, so a group transfer is easiest.
⛳ Golf rules
Golf clubs have dress codes and tee times – ask before you book.
Book your outdoor day
FAQ
Do we need a licence for clay pigeon shooting in Ireland?
No – shooting at an authorised club or range is exempt from the firearm certificate requirement.
What is footgolf?
Golf played with a football: you kick the ball round a course into big holes. Fun for everyone, no skill needed.
How far are these activities from Dublin?
Clay shooting, footgolf, karting and outdoor paintball are all near Dublin – book a transfer for the group.
Can we play golf on a stag do?
Yes. Ireland has over 400 golf clubs. Check dress codes and book tee times early.
