Spooktacular Halloween Festival 2026

Join us this October for a fang-tastic celebration at Slieve Aughty Centre, where Halloween magic comes to life with exciting activities for children of all ages!

New Themed Scary Rooms:

Step into the stables for eerie story readings. Children will get a sneak peek through a curtain into spine-chilling scenes that are sure to set their imaginations ablaze!

Scary Face Painting:

Transform into your favourite Halloween character with our spooky face-painting booth. Add a creative flair to your festival look!

Cosy Fireside Fun:

Gather ’round the warm, crackling fires to share spooky tales and warm your hands, it’s the perfect way to embrace the autumn chill.

Self-Guided Nature Walk:

Embark on an enchanting stroll to the Enchanted Forest, where spooky surprises await you.

Pony Games Ride:

Add an extra dash of fun with a pony game ride! Balance an eyeball on a spoon and conquer other quirky challenges in a thrilling 10-minute adventure—who can resist?

Delicious Treats Await:

Satisfy your hunger in our café, where we’re serving up a scrumptious menu of lunch specials, delightful treats, steaming coffees, and rich hot chocolates to warm your belly.

We invite you to experience the Halloween spirit like never before at Slieve Aughty Centre. This year, we’re brewing up fresh delights and renewing our offerings for an unforgettable celebration!

Entry Fee:

– Children (2-16 yrs): €15

– Adults and older teens: €5

– Babies & carers: FREE

– Arena Pony rides (ages 4-12): Included in entry fee!

– Groups of 10 children or more receive a 10% discount!

Festival Hours: 

Saturday 24th October to Sunday 1st of November inclusive

Bookings are available from 12pm – 3pm

Cafe is Open 12pm – 5pm

Pony rides will run from 1 PM to 4 PM, and workshops and face painting will be available throughout festival hours.

Important Reminders:

Please ensure all children are supervised by an adult at all times, consider carpooling where possible, and park responsibly.

We can’t wait to see all your festive faces for a Halloween extravaganza filled with fun, frights, and fantastic memories! 🎃👻

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