Halloween Hotel Adventures in Cork

Experience a Spooktacular Halloween Family Mid-Term Break at Oriel House Hotel!

We’re excited to celebrate the hauntingly fun Halloween season with you this year! 🎃

Join us for an unforgettable Midterm Break at Oriel House Hotel, where your family will be welcomed with a spooky atmosphere and plenty of spooktacular Halloween fun. Dive into a wide range of Halloween-themed activities for kids and adults alike, from ghostly treasure hunts to pumpkin carving, all while enjoying our luxurious accommodations. Oriel House Hotel is renowned for being one of Cork’s most family-friendly hotels, making it the perfect destination for your Halloween getaway. Don’t miss out on the chance to experience the ultimate Halloween hotel stay—book directly with us today for the best rates and start counting down the days to your spooky adventure!

 

Halloween at Spike Island Cork

 

 

Spike Island After Dark presents

Sinister by Dean Jacob

Get ready for a spine-chilling night like no other as Spike Island After presents Sinister by Dean Jacob. 

Not only will you get to explore the haunting corridors of an abandoned prison and enter underground tunnels once used for solitary confinement, you'll also meet a renowned mentalist and escape artist!

This special Halloween event features the extraordinary mentalist and escape artist Dean Jacob, who will take you on a journey into the unknown. Set against the eerie backdrop of Spike Island, prepare to be captivated by mind-bending illusions, psychological twists, and thrilling escapes that will leave you questioning what’s real and what’s not.

As darkness falls over the island, Dean will take you on a journey into the unknown, where your mind will be twisted and your senses deceived. With mind-bending illusions, thrilling escapes and eerie encounters, this is one Halloween event you won’t want to miss. Will you dare to face the sinister side of Spike Island? Do you think you could sit in a room with some of the world's most haunted objects and hold onto the only thing human beings ever really considered private - your own thoughts. Only the brave will survive.

Join us if you dare and prepare for the ultimate Halloween thrill! 

Runs on various dates throughout October - see spikeislandcork.ie for full schedule.

 

Spike Island Spookfest Trail

 

 

Get ready for a spooktacular adventure like no other! 

Join us at Spike Island for the ultimate family-friendly Halloween event, The Spookfest Trail.

Saturday 26 – Thursday 31 October 2024

Bring your little goblins and witches and hop on board the fun ferry before embarking on a fang-tastic adventure through the mysterious Spike Island where you will find areas of the ancient fortress and prison transformed into a realm of Halloween wonderland!

Along with their families, the little ones can then trick or treat their way around the fortress with our brand new Halloween themed quiz trail – keep an eye out for our friendly tour guides who will be handing out sweet treats along the way!

Once your trick or treating is complete, you can relax at our cafe and gift shop. And that’s not all, our historic island offers an array of museums and child-friendly exhibitions as well as scenic island walks.

Don’t miss out on this unique Halloween experience, where history meets spook-tacular fun! Get your costumes ready and join us for an afternoon of enchantment, exploration, and Halloween surprises – the Spike Island Spookfest Trail promises a memorable Halloween experience that will delight children and parents alike.

Suitable for children aged 2+

 

 

Field of Dreams Pick-A-Pumpkin Festival 2024

Join us for the return of the Field of Dreams Pick-A-Pumpkin Festival, now bigger and more spooktacular than ever! Taking place on Sunday, October 6th and Sunday, October 13th, pumpkin picking slots are available from 10 AM to 3:30 PM each day.

Tickets start at €20 for a Pumpkin Ticket (includes entry for 1 and 1 pumpkin), or €5 for an Entry Ticket (entry only). We also offer a Family/Group Ticket for €32.50, which includes entry for 4 and 1 pumpkin. Children under 2 enter for free. Please note: you must purchase a Pumpkin Ticket or Family/Group Ticket to enter the pumpkin patch.

Follow the Pumpkin Trail and explore fun stops like the Haunted Cabin, outdoor Games Area, Sheep Pen, Halloween Photo Booth, Arts & Crafts, and of course, the Pumpkin Patch! Enjoy scary songs, stories, temporary Halloween tattoos, and try your luck at the Guess the Pumpkin Weight competition. The Pumpkin Café will serve seasonal sweet treats and drinks.

For more information, visit our FAQ or contact debbie.kelleher@downsyndromecork.ie. (Booking fees apply).

 

Take part in a Halloween ‘Sip & Paint’ night

 

 

Hosted by Declan O’Meara, the halloween sip and paint night will take place in Meade’s Wine Bar in the city centre on October 11th. Guests will sip on Prosecco as they create a spooky masterpiece, with all materials provided on the night. 

 

BooBash - Halloween Market 2024

 

 

Get ready for a spooktacular weekend at the BooBash Halloween Market! Featuring talented crafters from across the country, this event offers a wide range of handmade goods, delicious food, artisan coffee, and plenty of Halloween spirit. Come dressed in your spookiest costume and enjoy a day filled with creativity and festive fun.

This event is FREE ENTRY and open to all ages, making it the perfect way to kick off your Halloween celebrations. 

Don’t miss out – it’s a weekend you won’t forget!

 

 

Visit Joe’s Farm Pumpkin Patch

 

A staple on the autumn agenda for many years, Joe’s Farm pumpkin patch offers visitors the chance to pick their own pumpkins, enjoy photo ops and displays, and visit the on-site café, open on weekends from the 5th–6th, 12th–13th, 19th–20th, and 26th–29th of October, from 10am to 3pm.

 

Visit the Leap Scarecrow Festival

 

 

The Leap Scarecrow Festival returns with an exciting lineup of events, offering a magical experience for families and scarecrow lovers alike. Starting Monday, October 21st, scarecrows will take over the streets! From Friday, October 22nd through Sunday, November 3rd, the festival will feature a wide range of activities to celebrate the Halloween season. 

 

Leahy's Open Farm – Boo! Halloween Event 2024

 

Leahy's Open Farm will host its exciting "Boo!" Halloween event from October 22nd to 31st, 2024. This family-friendly, outdoor adventure promises spooky fun for everyone! Hop on the haunted hayride through the woods and help the friendly witch create a magic spell by gathering special ingredients.Your "Boo!" ticket includes farm entry, and you can also pick and carve your own pumpkin for €5 or make a spooky lollipop for €6.50. Remember, buggies aren’t allowed on the hayride, and costumes (for both kids and adults!) are encouraged. Don't forget to wear warm clothes under your costume if it’s chilly. Event runs daily from 10:20 AM to 4:20 PM.

 

Top Barkz Howl-o-ween Bash

 

 

The Dragon of Shandon Parade

 

 

The Dragon of Shandon Parade is Cork’s largest Halloween celebration, taking place on October 31st, 2024. This community-driven event brings together over 20 local groups and artists to create a stunning display of large-scale puppets, lanterns, and performers. The parade winds through the streets of Cork, with the centerpiece being the towering, otherworldly dragon, which symbolizes the spirit of the festival. Known for its vibrant atmosphere and artistic flair, the Dragon of Shandon Parade is a must-see spectacle that merges tradition, creativity, and Halloween fun, making it one of Cork’s most iconic events. Whether you’re a local or a visitor, the parade offers a magical and spooky night of celebration.

 

 

Watch The Rocky Horror Picture Show at The Pav

 

Hosted by Cork’s very own drag Haus, Mockie Ah, The Rocky Horror Picture show event will take place at The Pav and includes a screening of the iconic film hosted by Mockie Ah, an after party, DJs and prizes for best dressed. There will be two screenings on Oct 31s and Nov 1st. 

 

Watch the Halloween Freakshow cabaret

 

 

 

Monsieur Pompier’s Travelling Freakshow is coming to Crane Lane on October 31st, and it's an event you won't want to miss. Get ready for a spooktacular Halloween rock-opera, featuring quirky songs about inside-out cats, bog witches, ear fairies, and more, all brought to life with wild costumes and a hauntingly entertaining performance.

 

Cork Ghost Tour: A Frightfully Fun Journey Through Time!

 

 

 

Prepare to be both thrilled and amused with Cork Ghost Tour’s unique blend of ghost stories, hilarious histories, and interactive shenanigans! Step back into the 1700s as we wander the old streets of Cork, uncovering eerie tales and long-lost secrets. Loved by visitors and locals alike, this unforgettable experience combines facts, comedy, and a delightfully odd take on Cork's diverse and dark past. Whether you're seeking thrills or laughs, it's sure to be a hauntingly good time!