Halloween at Aughnanure Castle
The annual Halloween event at Aughnanure CastleĀ is happening over the October bank holiday weekend from Saturday, October 26th to Monday, October 28th.Ā It will be the biggest Halloween to date with a range of events to suit all ages! Admission to all events is FREE!
Booking is required ONLY for storytelling and the short play. Contact us at 091 552214 or aughnanurecastle@opw.ie
Saturday, October 26th
2pm & 3pm: Short play āParanoiacs Anonymousā by Hy-Fae Artistās Collective
Two performances of the short play will take place on the top floor of the castle. Booking is essential by phone or email.
(not suitable for children)
Sunday, October 27th
2-4pm: Storytelling with Eddie Lenihan
Eddie is well-renowned Irish author, storyteller and lecturer. He is one of the few practicing seanchaithe (traditional Irish lore-keepers and tale-spinners) remaining in Ireland. Come along to hear Eddie recount tales of haunted places, fairy paths, banshees and the otherworld in an enchanting afternoon storytelling session on the top floor of the castle. This has limited seating so booking is essential by phone or email. Not suitable for children under 10.
12-4.30pm: Costume Competition
Weāre on the hunt for the most spooktacular outfits this Halloween, with our annual childrenās costume competition! All you have to do is turn up to Aughnanure Castle in your costume, register for the competition and we will shortlist our favourites, with the best, most creative creations winning prizes in the following categories:
- Under 10s best costume 2. Over 10s best costume 3. Best family costume
12-4.30pm: Family Halloween Scavenger Hunt
Search the castle grounds for the various spooky Halloween characters hidden in the strangest of places! Can you find them all?
12-4.30: Mini Pumpkin Patch
Record your most Instagrammable moments at our mini pumpkin patch on the grounds of the castle, brimming with vibrant pumpkins of all shapes and sizes!
Monday, October 28th
1-4pm: Face Painting
Watch as your little ghouls and goblins transform into their favourite characters ā whether itās a fierce tiger, a magical fairy, or a spooky skeleton! Our talented face painter will bring their imaginations to life with colourful designs that are sure to delight. Donāt forget to snap a picture of your little monsters in their new looks!
12-4.30pm: Costume Competition
12-4.30pm: Family Halloween Scavenger Hunt
12-4.30pm: Mini Pumpkin Patch
The winning entries for the schoolās art competition will also be on display all weekend
Admission to all events is free and all are welcome!
(Please be aware that this will be a busy event so we would ask all our visitors to park responsibly over the bank holiday weekend)
Details
- ADDRESS: Aughnanure Castle, Aughnanure, Oughterard, County Galway, Ireland
- EMAIL: aughnanurecastle@opw.ie
- PHONE: 091 552214
- Start Date: October 26, 2024
- End Date: October 28, 2024
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