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Galway kicks off Halloween 2025 near Eyre Square and the Latin Quarter with ghostly tours, street performances, and festival nights. Expect ghostly tours, autumn markets, and frightful entertainment that blend traditional music with spooky theatrics.
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Top Halloween In and Around Galway
- Galway International Oyster and Seafood Festival
- Gaillimh Ah-Boo! Samhain Festival
- An Treun - The Summoning of the Lost Parade
- Howling Halloween at Brigit's Garden
- Slieve Aughty Halloween Festival Galway (Loughrea)
- Galway Pumpkin Patch (Ardrahan)
- Halloween Treat at Turoe Pet Farm (Loughrea)
- Con Mór, The Giant at King John's Castle (Limerick)
- Witch Hattie Goodspell's House (Limerick)
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Galway Halloween
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Galway City transforms into the 'Home of Halloween' with Gaillimh Ah-Boo!, a vibrant celebration of Samhain. This festival delves into ancient Celtic origins with a modern twist, offering a rich tapestry of food, folklore, and feasting. Highlights include the iconic Macnas Parade, eerie Dark Tourism tours, and intimate supper clubs inspired by Irish mythology. Explore storytelling trails, animated shopfronts, and city-wide Halloween hubs for a truly immersive experience.
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Celebrate Samhain at Brigit's Garden with a 'Howling Halloween' event featuring a Gruesome Ghosts' Treasure Hunt, spine-tingling storytelling, and magical potion-making with the Wacky Witch. Families can enjoy face painting, crafts, and games, with the Garden Café offering seasonal treats. It's a day of gentle spooks and magical mischief.
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Join the Spooktacular Halloween Festival at Slieve Aughty Centre for a magical celebration filled with exciting activities for all ages. Discover new themed scary rooms, get transformed at the face-painting booth, and enjoy cozy fireside tales. Embark on a self-guided nature walk to the Enchanted Forest or opt for a fun pony games ride. Delicious treats and warm drinks are available at the café.
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Discover a delightful Halloween-themed day out at Galway Pumpkin Patch. This family farm transforms into a festive wonderland with pumpkin picking, decorations, games, and face painting. Enjoy spooky treats and create lasting memories on this charming estate.
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Experience a spooktacular Halloween at Turoe Pet Farm! Kids can dive into 'Jungle City' and 'Inflatable City' for hours of bouncing and sliding fun. Enjoy face painting, a lively fancy dress parade, and a disco with DJ Corky and special mascots. Cuddle and feed the farm animals for a complete family treat.
Galway Halloween Food, Drink, and Parties
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The Galway International Oyster and Seafood Festival returns with a citywide format, celebrating its rich history as the world's oldest oyster festival. Attendees can indulge in the famous native Galway Oysters, witness the intense World Oyster Opening Championship, and explore a dedicated Oyster Trail. Chef demonstrations offer culinary insights, while vibrant parades and entertainment fill the city.
Galway Other Halloween Activities
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Experience 'An Treun - The Summoning of the Lost,' a spectacular Halloween parade by Macnas. This unique event is inspired by a lost tale from Dracula author Bram Stoker and the haunting call of the vanished Corncrake, exploring themes of culture, memory, and climate.
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