Halloween 2026
Halloween in Limerick
Costume parties, club nights and the family side of the weekend, in one place.
13 days to go24 Oct – 1 Nov · 24 ideas
- 9 nights out
- 6 costume parties
- 11 for families
- 4 free
Don't miss
FrightCrawl Halloween Bar Crawl Party - Saturday Night
Trick or Treat in the City
Halloween City Centre Fancy Dress 5km
Saturday 24 October
Morbid & Sons – Pop-up Funeral Shop (Street Theatre)
A family-friendly street theatre experience with dark humour, live music, quirky characters, and interactive fun, bringing a Victorian funeral parlour to life.
FamilyFreeSource: Limerick.ie
Sunday 25 October
Limerick Harvest Festival
Celebrate autumn and Halloween with fire shows, puppet shows, storytelling (including Eddie Lenihan), seasonal cookery demonstrations by Chef Keith Pigott, woodcraft games, food, craft, and garden fair, and music by Los Paddys.
Family
Monday 26 October
Thursday 29 October
FrightCrawl Halloween Bar Crawl Party - Thursday Night
Part of a multi-night Halloween bar crawl. One wristband grants no cover at participating venues, drink specials, live DJs, and culminates in a massive final party. Costume contest.
Night outCostume
Halloween City Centre Fancy Dress 5km
A thrilling 5km Halloween-themed night run/walk through Limerick City's illuminated streets, finishing at King John's Castle with music, lights, and a festival atmosphere. Dress to impress for costume prizes.
Night outCostumeSource: Limerick.ie
Halloween Experience at Old St Muchin's Church
An immersive Halloween experience, advised to book earlier slots for young children.
Halloween Tour at the People's Museum (Adults)
A spooky tour of a Georgian House, delving into dark historical stories and frightening tales from Limerick's past. Not for the faint-hearted.
Friday 30 October
Oktoberfeis
An Irish twist on the traditional Oktoberfest, featuring live trad music and dancing, Irish craft beers and stouts, local food, and lively entertainment, games, and competitions.
Night outSource: Limerick.ie
Hocus Pocus Painting and Screening Night
Decorate a wine glass and then watch the movie Hocus Pocus on a big screen. Note: event is sold out.
FrightCrawl Halloween Bar Crawl Party - Friday Night
Part of a multi-night Halloween bar crawl. One wristband grants no cover at participating venues, drink specials, live DJs, and culminates in a massive final party. Costume contest.
Night outCostume
Tommy Tiernan – World Tour of Limerick
Stand-up comedy performance by Tommy Tiernan. One Limerick date has already sold out, so booking quickly is advised for remaining tickets.
Night outSource: University Concert Hall
Mystery Samhain Banquet
Step into the mystery and magic of Samhain at a unique theatrical dining experience in a secret historic Limerick venue. Guided by performers and storytellers, guests will enjoy live entertainment and a seasonal three-course feast.
Saturday 31 October
FrightCrawl Halloween Bar Crawl Party - Saturday Day Party
Part of a multi-night Halloween bar crawl. One wristband grants no cover at participating venues, drink specials, live DJs, and culminates in a massive final party. Costume contest.
Night outCostume
Rathkeale's Dullahan to Darkness Halloween Parade
A Halloween parade as part of the Rathkeale Halloween Festival 'Dullahan to Darkness'.
FamilySource: Limerick.ie
FrightCrawl Halloween Bar Crawl Party - Saturday Night
The most popular night of the Halloween bar crawl. One wristband grants no cover at participating venues, drink specials, live DJs, and culminates in a massive final party. Costume contest.
Night outCostume
Rathkeale's Dullahan to Darkness Fancy Dress Disco
An adults-only fancy dress disco following the Halloween Parade.
Night outCostumeSource: Limerick.ie
Sunday 1 November
All Saints' Day (Lá na Naomh Uile)
All Saints' Day is a significant Christian feast day in Ireland, observed as a day of religious devotion. It is not a public holiday. Many people attend church services, say prayers, and visit cemeteries to pay respects to loved ones, often leaving flowers or lighting candles.
All season
Samhain at Lough Gur
A four-day celebration combining folklore, history, and family activities, exploring the ancient traditions of Samhain.
Family
The Scare Factory
An immersive walk-through horror experience for older crowds. Enter if you dare!
Night outSource: Limerick.ie
Happy Halloween Experience
A magical, family-friendly 'Spooky, Not Scary' adventure featuring Hattie O'Goodspell, the Good Witch of Munster, stories, magic, and treats. Costumes are encouraged. Sensory-friendly sessions are available.
FamilySource: I Love Limerick
Fossett's Circus Halloween Spooktacular
A Halloween-themed circus performance.
Family
Trick or Treat in the City
A free family-friendly Halloween trail through Limerick City, leading from The Crescent to Arthur's Quay Park. Features storytelling, workshops, lantern-making, funfair rides, entertainment, food stalls, and fire performances. Children can participate in a lantern competition on Halloween night.
FamilyFreeSource: Limerick.ie
Curraghchase Pumpkin Patch
Visitors can pick a pumpkin, enjoy storytelling, and take photographs in a festive autumn setting.
FamilySource: Limerick.ie
Times and prices change, so check with the organiser before you go. Updated 14 Oct