Halloween in Dublin is shaping up to be one of the biggest in years, with more than 25 events across the capital — and a few frightening favourites in Wicklow, Meath, and Kildare. Whether you’re after fireworks, folklore, or full-on frights, here’s the complete guide to what’s on this spooky season.
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The Nightmare Realm - Europe’s top scream parks, filled with world-class horror sets, scare actors, and immersive frights
Location: Inchicore, Dublin
Dates: October 4 – November 2
Price:
Student: €27
Adult: €32
Bram Stoker Festival - Four days of Gothic theatre, music, film screenings and eerie pop-up events celebrating Dracula’s creator
Location: Dublin City
Dates: October 31–November 3
Price: Mix of free and ticketed events
The Haunted Trail at Malahide Castle & Gardens - A spooky walk through candle-lit gardens and haunted woods filled with characters from Irish folklore
Location: Malahide Castle, Co. Dublin
Dates: October 26, 27, 31
Price: From €15
Pumpkins After Dark - A spectacular pumpkin-lit trail perfect for families, featuring glowing sculptures and autumn décor
Location: Newbridge House & Farm, Donabate
Dates: Every October Weekend
Price: From €18-€41
Skerries Mills Fireshow Spectacular - A fiery display of circus acts, storytelling and music by the seaside
Location: Skerries, Fingal
Dates: October 23, 25, 27
Price: Free
Ghostbus Tour - A theatrical bus tour exploring Dublin’s haunted past, with actors, scares and dark humour
Location: Departing O’Connell Street, Dublin City
Dates: Everyday
Price: From €30
Púca Festival - Ireland’s national Halloween festival celebrating Samhain with fire ceremonies, music, and folklore
Location: Trim & Athboy, Co. Meath
Dates: October 30-November 2
Price: Mix of free and ticketed events
Disco After Dark - Glowing Face Paint for the whole family, 'best dressed' and 'best dance moves' competition with prizes to be won. No booking required - join the Monster Mash and show off your spooky moves with DJ Dead Danny.
Location: Liffey Valley Shopping Centre
Dates: October 28-3
Price: Free
NO FEE LIFFEY VALLEY DISCO OF THE DEAD - Pic: Marc O'Sullivan
Emerald Park “After Dark” - The amusement park transforms into a haunted playground, with rides, mazes and live entertainment after sundown
Location: Ashbourne, Co. Meath
Dates: October 17-30
Price: From €16
Haunted Harvest Festival at Clonfert Pet Farm - A family-friendly mix of a haunted house, pumpkin patch and trick-or-treat trail
Location: Clonfert, Co. Kildare
Dates: October 18-31
Price: Mix of free and ticketed events
All of the Dublin City Council-listed Halloween events are free of charge and family-friendly, making them accessible for all ages and households. These take place across key neighbourhoods — from Cabra & Glasnevin to Finglas, Ringsend, Donaghmede, Cherry Orchard (D10) and The Liberties — and include fireworks displays, parades, haunted houses, music and performances. The Council states that the goal is to “offer variety, fun and excitement” across the city in a “family-friendly, inclusive and safe environment.”
Booh! Cabra & Glasnevin - A family-friendly festival filled with costumes, crafts, and community fun for all ages
Location: Cabra & Glasnevin
Dates: October 20–31
Price: Free
Dockers & Demons - A gothic celebration of Dublin’s maritime heritage with live acts, street performances and ghostly stories
Location: Rigsend, Irishtown, Docklands
Dates: October 20–31
Price: Free
The Big Scream - The city’s biggest Halloween festival featuring parades, haunted houses, music and community art
Location: North Inner City, Dublin 1
Dates: October 21–31
Price: Free
Stoker’s Spooktacular - A tribute to Dracula author Bram Stoker, with storytelling and themed family activities.
Location: Marino Crescent Park
Dates: October 30, 5pm-8pm
Price: Free
Kilmore West Halloween Spooktacular - Games, fancy-dress competitions, and fireworks for local families
Location: Kilmore West Community Centre
Dates: October 31, 12noon-2pm
Price: Free
Brickfield Park Halloween Festival - A neighbourhood night of live music, food, and fireworks in the heart of Crumlin
Location: Brickfield Park, Crumlin
Price: Free
Crumlin Halloween Festival - Parades, pumpkin carving and spooky entertainment for all ages
Location: Eamonn Ceannt Park, Crumlin
Dates: October 31, 12noon-4pm
Price: Free
Donaghmede Monster Mash - A lively family evening with stage shows, music and fireworks
Location: Donaghmede Park
Dates: October 31, 2pm-5pm
Price: Free
Pumpkins in May Park - Pumpkin carving, storytelling and live entertainment in this popular community event
Location: May Park, Donnycarney
Dates: October 31, 2pm-5pm
Price: Free
Darndale Together After Dark - A local night of music, light installations and family fun under the stars
Location: Darndale Park
Dates: October 31, 4pm-7pm
Price: Free
Fatima’s House of Horrors - An immersive haunted maze and performance night that promises jump scares galore
Location: F2 Centre, D08DKP6
Dates: October 31, 3pm-7pm
Price: Free
Gore Thru Core - Youth-driven horror-themed event with DJs, games, and plenty of frightful surprises
Location: Emmet Crescent, Inchicore
Dates: October 31, 4:30pm-7pm
Price: Free
D10 Halloween Festival - Community parades, fireworks and spooky games across Dublin 10
Location: Ballyfermot, Cherry Orchard, Le fanu Park
Dates: October 31
Price: Free
Cuan Taibhse an Chroíláir - An Full Irish Celebration of Samhain with storytelling and traditional music
Location: D08TCVA
Dates: October 31, 5pm-8pm
Price: Free
Scare in the Square - Family-friendly fun with costumes, face painting, and live performances
Location: Pearse Square Park
Dates: October 31, 4pm-8pm
Price: Free
The Haunted Harbour at The Hub - A maritime-themed fright fest with music, markets and ghostly goings-on
Location: The Liberties
Dates: October 31, 5pm-8pm
Price: Free
The Cabbage Patch Cauldron - Storytelling, crafts, and trick-or-treating for families in one of Dublin’s oldest quarters
Location: The Liberties
Dates: October 31, 5:30pm-8:30pm
Price: Free
Edenmore Fireworks Display - A dazzling fireworks show that lights up the skies over North Dublin
Location: Edenmore Park
Dates: October 31, 8pm
Price: Free
Finglas Fright Night - Costume parades, live bands, and fireworks for the whole community
Location: Finglas Village
Dates: October 31, 6pm-9pm (Sensoy Hour, from 5pm to 6pm)
Price: Free
Otherworld Festival - A large-scale festival closing out the city’s Halloween week with music, performance and fireworks
Location: Trinity Comprehensive School grounds, D09 TN22
Dates: October 31, 6pm-9pm
Price: Free
From free community parades to haunted houses, firework nights and folklore festivals, this Halloween offers endless ways to celebrate across the city and beyond. Whether you’re braving The Nightmare Realm, carving pumpkins in May Park, or dancing under the flames at Skerries Mills, Dublin has something for every spirit.
