Harvest
Visitors can experience traditional harvest activities including potato picking, apple harvesting and pressing with the Co-Farm, and harvest knot making. The event features working farm skill demonstrations, traditional heritage crafts, baking demonstrations in historic houses, and live traditional music sessions. Guests can also enjoy harvest-themed storytelling and dedicated craft activities for children.
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Plan Your Visit
Website / Tickets
When
Tickets
Adult (18–59): £15.00; child (5–17): £9.35; under 5: free; senior (60+): £11.80; student (18+ in full-time education): £12.98 including donation; family of 3: £32.00; family of 4: £36.90; family of 5: £43.80. Accessible adult (18+ with registered disability), accessible child (0–17 with registered disability), carer with ID assisting an accessible child or adult, and listed member tickets: free, subject to the stated eligibility and membership conditions. Green Ticket prices for travel by public transport: adult £12.00; child £7.45; student £9.45 including donation; senior £10.40 including donation; family of 3 £25.60; family of 4 £29.50; family of 5 £35.05. A valid transport ticket for the event date must be shown on arrival for Green Tickets. The page also displays prices including the optional 10% donation: adult £16.50, child £10.29, senior £12.98, family of 3 £35.20, family of 4 £40.59, family of 5 £48.18; Green adult £13.20, child £8.20, student £10.40, family of 3 £28.16, family of 4 £32.45, family of 5 £38.56. The optional donation is 10%.
Hours
Arrival anytime between 10am and 3.45pm; museum closes at 5pm.
Food & Drink
The Ballycultra Tearoom serves hot and cold food and drinks, the museum shop sells cold drinks and snacks, and McCuskers offers snacks and alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks (under-18s must be accompanied by an adult and alcohol is for ages 18+); visitors may also bring a picnic.
Parking
On-site parking will be limited. A shuttle bus will support movement from the overflow car parks to the museum entrance.
Accessibility
Mobility aids are limited, offered on a first-come first-served basis, and strongly advised to be pre-booked in advance.
Going?
Location
Local Insight & Ratings
Scare Factor
Family Friendly
Best For
Families and fans of rural heritage
Vibe
Traditional and hands-on
Energy Level
Moderate
Photo Friendly
Moderate
Weather Sensitivity
Moderate
Tips & Advice
- Arrive via public transport and present your transit ticket on arrival to take advantage of discounted Green ticket pricing.
- On-site parking is limited, but a shuttle bus is provided to transport visitors from overflow parking to the entrance.
- Pre-book mobility aids ahead of your visit by contacting info@nationalmuseumsni.org.
Special Events & Promotions
- Green Ticket prices apply only to visitors travelling by public transport; show a valid transport ticket for the event date on arrival.
- Free ticket options are listed for eligible registered disabled visitors, carers with ID, and members with valid membership where specified.
Links & Contact
Halloween Events Near Me is an independent guide, not the organizer of this event. For tickets, entries, vendor spots or questions, contact the organizer directly through their website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can visitors bring their own food?
Yes, visitors are welcome to bring a picnic to enjoy in the outdoor picnic areas.
What on-site food and drink options are available?
Hot and cold food and drinks are available at the Ballycultra Tearoom, drinks and snacks can be bought at the museum shop, and McCuskers pub is open for snacks and alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks.
Are there any age restrictions for children?
The event is suitable for all ages, though children under the age of 16 must be accompanied and supervised by an adult aged 18 or older.
Can minors enter McCuskers pub?
Visitors under 18 may enter McCuskers pub but must be accompanied by an adult.
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