Halloween Events in Kildare & Tipperary 2026 | Horse Country

A Season of Samhain, Stories and Spooky Fun

Halloween began here. Long before the pumpkins and the trick or treating, the people of Ireland marked Samhain, the night the old year ended and the veil between worlds grew thin. This year, Kildare and Tipperary are celebrating in style, with haunted mansions, witches' quests, ghostly barge trips, fireworks and folklore nights across both counties.

We have gathered the best of it in one place, so you can plan a few days of Halloween fun around the mid-term break. Pair a spooky afternoon with a visit to some of the most famous horse country in the world, and make it a trip to remember.

This guide brings together 26 Halloween events across County Kildare and County Tipperary, from Saturday 24th October to Sunday 1st November 2026, with dates, venues and booking links for each one. Last updated 22nd October 2026.

Halloween Events in Kildare 2026

From haunted mansions to misty canal trips, Kildare has Halloween fun for every age this year, with most of it packed into the mid-term week.

For Families

Until Sat 31 Oct

Halloween at Clonfert Farm

Clonfert Farm, Maynooth

Pumpkin picking and animals for little ones, a fire show and haunted house for older kids. Timed sessions, book online.

Until Sat 31 Oct

Halloween Cinema

Free

Woodstack Cafe, Mooreabbey Woods, Monasterevin

Halloween films in the woods. No booking needed.

Sat 24 to Tue 27 Oct | 11am to 3pm

Halloween Extravaganza

Irish National Stud & Gardens, Tully

The Haunted Mansion returns, plus a new Ruby Slippers Quest ending at the Thatch Cottage. Costumes encouraged.

Sat 24 Oct to Sun 1 Nov

Halloween Happenings

Lullymore Heritage & Discovery Park, Rathangan

Spooky fun in the Bog of Allen, with a Terror Treasure Hunt and Terror Train for older kids. Online booking essential.

Sun 25 to Fri 30 Oct | 12pm to 5pm

Halloween Farm Spooktacular

Kildare Farm Foods, Rathmuck

Train trip, maize maze, pick your own pumpkins and a fancy dress competition.

Mon 26 to Sat 31 Oct | 12pm to 4pm

Spooky Bargetrip

Grand Canal, Sallins

A trip along the misty canal on a haunted barge, with ghoulish characters on board.

Wed 28 Oct | 1pm

Jackula, Kids Halloween Show

Moat Theatre, Naas

A Halloween show for ages 4 to 12.

Thu 29 Oct | 5pm

Halloween Outdoor Movie Night

Free

The Court Yard Hotel, Leixlip

Hotel Transylvania under a decorated canopy, with popcorn and treats. Book on Eventbrite.

Sat 31 Oct | 4pm, 5.30pm and 7pm

Frankenstein

The Courthouse, Kildare Town

A Halloween story play. Expect flashing lights and loud noises.

Sat 31 Oct | 6.30pm

Halloween Fancy Dress Parade

Free

Nelson Street, Athy

Dress up and join the parade through Athy.

For Grown Ups

Thu 29 Oct | 8pm

The Zombie Monologues

Riverbank Arts Centre, Newbridge

Comic theatre about a takeaway driver trapped in a house of zombies. Ages 16+.

Fri 30 Oct | 7.30pm

Samhain: All Saints, All Souls

Solas Bhríde Centre, Kildare Town

A reflective evening marking the old Celtic festival. Book at solasbhride.ie.

Fri 30 Oct | 7.30pm

Halloween Fancy Dress Ball

Silken Thomas, Kildare Town

In aid of Kildare Wildlife Rescue. Tickets on Eventbrite or on the door.

Sat 31 Oct | 8pm

The Last Witch: Bridget Cleary

Riverbank Arts Centre, Newbridge

Storytelling about the 1895 Tipperary case often called Ireland's last witch burning.

Sat 31 Oct | 9pm

Practical Magic Halloween Party

Kilteel Inn, Kilteel

A witches' night at the pub, with a dress code.

Sat 31 Oct | 9pm

Newbridge Samhain Festival

The Keadeen Hotel, Newbridge

Spooky musical bingo with a live DJ, in aid of Newbridge Lions Club.

Halloween Events in Tipperary 2026

Tipperary does Halloween the old way, with castle folklore, haunted trails and two big fireworks nights on Halloween itself.

For Families

Sat 24 Oct

The Scare in Cahir: Market Day

Cahir Farmers Market

Pumpkin competition, The Amazing Animal Road Show and face painting.

Tue 27 to Thu 29 Oct | Afternoons

Children's Halloween Films & Crafts

Free

Cashel

Afternoon Halloween films and an arts and crafts session.

Fri 30 Oct | 5pm to 10pm

Haunted House

Tipperary Arts Hub, Tipperary Town

Spooky sights, sounds and sensations in the heart of town.

Fri 30 Oct

Fethard Spooky Walk & Scarecrow Trail

Fethard

A spooky walk through the town and the judging of the first Fethard Scarecrow Festival.

Sat 31 Oct | From 5.30pm

Thurles Halloween Festival

Thurles Town Park

Funfair, circus, magic and fire shows, a Taylor Swift tribute and fireworks at 8.30pm.

Sat 31 Oct | From 6pm

Tipperary Town Samhain Fest

Free

Tipperary Town

The Haunted Trail on the Ara Walkway (register in advance), fancy dress, rides and fireworks at 7.30pm.

For Grown Ups

Sat 24 Oct | 7pm to 9pm

Dark Arts Exhibition

Tipperary Arts Hub, Tipperary Town

Opening night of an exhibition of eerie and macabre art.

Sun 25 Oct | From 5pm

The Scare in Cahir: The Wild Hunt Walk

Sold out

Cahir

An outdoor scare walk through Cahir.

Fri 30 Oct | 7.30pm

The Banshee in Irish Folklore

Free

Banqueting Hall, Cahir Castle

A talk by historian Dr Gillian Kenny. Booking required via Heritage Ireland or 052 74 41011.

Sat 31 Oct | From 7pm

Fright Mic

Tipperary Arts Hub, Tipperary Town

An open mic night of scary stories, spooky poetry and music.

Book Early

Halloween falls on a Saturday this year and many events have timed slots.

Dress Warm

Most events are outdoors and go ahead rain or shine.

Bring a Torch

Handy for the evening trails and haunted walks.

Check Before You Go

Times are set by each organiser, so check their page on the day.

Plan Your Halloween

Two easy days that mix Halloween fun with the horses that made these counties famous.

A Spooky Day in Kildare

Best from Sat 24 to Tue 27 October

MorningArrive at the Irish National Stud & Gardens for the Halloween Extravaganza. Brave the Haunted Mansion, follow the Ruby Slippers Quest, then meet the stallions and wander the Japanese Gardens.
LunchStay on site, or head into Kildare Town.
AfternoonDrive 25 minutes to Sallins for a Spooky Bargetrip on the Grand Canal.
EveningBack to Naas or Newbridge for dinner. Grown ups can catch a show at Riverbank Arts Centre later in the week.

Explore Kildare Experiences

A Samhain Weekend in Tipperary

Best on Fri 30 and Sat 31 October

Friday morningClimb the Rock of Cashel and hear the stories of the kings and saints who ruled from it.
Friday afternoonOn to Fethard and the Horse Country Experience, where Tipperary's horse stories come to life.
Friday eveningStay in Fethard for the Spooky Walk and Scarecrow Trail, or head to Cahir Castle for The Banshee in Irish Folklore.
SaturdayHalloween night proper. Choose between the Samhain Fest and Haunted Trail in Tipperary Town or the Thurles Halloween Festival. Both end with fireworks.

Explore Tipperary Experiences

Don't Miss

Halloween Extravaganza

KildareSat 24 to Tue 27 Oct

Halloween Extravaganza

Irish National Stud & Gardens, Tully

Four days of spooky fun on Dark Horse Avenue. The Haunted Mansion reopens its creaking doors, and a new Ruby Slippers Quest leads young explorers to the Thatch Cottage, all set among the stallions and gardens of the Stud.

Barges on the Grand Canal at Sallins, Co. Kildare

Photo: Sheila1988, CC BY-SA 4.0KildareMon 26 to Sat 31 Oct

Spooky Bargetrip

Grand Canal, Sallins

Climb aboard a haunted barge for a misty trip along the Grand Canal, with ghoulish characters and Halloween songs along the way.

Halloween fireworks lighting up the night sky

Photo: Dieglop, CC BY-SA 4.0TipperarySat 31 Oct

Samhain Fest

Tipperary Town

Halloween night in Tipperary Town, inspired by the local legend of treasure buried at the Abbey School. Walk the free Haunted Trail on the Ara Walkway, enjoy fancy dress and rides, and stay for fireworks at 7.30pm.

Cahir Castle lit up at night, Co. Tipperary

Photo: Rexem10, CC BY-SA 4.0TipperaryFri 30 Oct | 7.30pm

The Banshee in Irish Folklore

Banqueting Hall, Cahir Castle

Historian Dr Gillian Kenny tells the story of the banshee in the Banqueting Hall of Cahir Castle. A free evening talk, booking required.