🎃 Things to Do for Kids Around Halloween in Northern Ireland
🎃 Things to Do for Kids Around Halloween in Northern Ireland
🎃 Things to Do for Kids Around Halloween in Northern Ireland
I came across a leaflet recently filled with Halloween events happening around the Strabane and Castlederg area — and it reminded me just how much is actually going on out there! From spooky trails and pumpkin patches to family fun days and fancy dress discos, there’s so much happening in local communities this time of year.
Sometimes we just don’t see it — or we forget to book, or even jot it down in the diary. So here’s your reminder: take a few minutes this week to explore what’s on nearby, make a little plan, and get those tickets early. It’s amazing how much magic you can find right on your doorstep. 👻
At CORE Kids, we’ve also created something special to keep your little ones entertained this spooky season — our Halloween Activity Book! It’s packed with games, puzzles, colouring pages, and fun challenges to bring the Halloween spirit into your home. Perfect for rainy days, car rides, or just a bit of family fun together.
And of course, don’t miss our CORE Kids Halloween Camps happening across 8 locations this Halloween! 🎃
They’re full of energy, laughter, and themed games — giving your child a safe, fun, and active way to celebrate the season while you enjoy a little break too.
👉 Book your local Halloween Camp at www.core.kids
🧡 Family-Friendly Halloween Events Around Northern Ireland
Here’s a round-up of 20 great Halloween events for kids and families happening across Northern Ireland this October:
👻 Derry / Strabane Area
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Derry Halloween Festival – Europe’s biggest Halloween celebration!
derryhalloween.com -
Strabane Halloween Hay Trail & Town Events – Follow spooky hay bale sculptures, enjoy family trails and entertainment.
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Castlederg Apple Fair & Hooley on the Hill – Fun local family events with traditional games and seasonal treats.
derryhalloween.com
🕸️ Omagh & Tyrone Area
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Ulster American Folk Park Halloween – Traditional Halloween customs, stories, crafts, and trails.
ulsteramericanfolkpark.org -
Glenpark Estate Roaring Halloween Party – Haunted trailer rides, pumpkin racing, and witches’ spells!
fermanaghomagh.com -
An Creagán Halloween Gathering – Ghost tales, pumpkin patch, crafts, marshmallow toasting, and apple bar fun.
exploreomaghsperrins.com -
Loughmacrory Halloween Spooktacular – A family walk and nature trail with spooky fun.
eventbrite.com
🎃 Mid Ulster & Fermanagh
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Footsteps in the Forest – Slieve Gullion – Magical woodland Halloween trail.
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Wicked Week in Fermanagh – Week of family-friendly Halloween events and adventures.
fermanaghlakelands.com -
Marble Arch Caves – The Vanishing – Spooky, family-friendly cave and woodland trail.
fermanaghomagh.com -
Enniskillen Halloween Town Centre Fun – Music, games, and fancy dress parade.
fermanaghomagh.com
🦇 Belfast & Greater Area
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Streamvale Farm Pumpkin Patch – Pick and carve pumpkins, enjoy animals and play areas.
streamvale.com -
Let’s Go Hydro Pumpkin Patch & Spookfest – Lakeside fun, spooky disco, and pumpkin carving.
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Crumlin Road Gaol – Jail of Horror – Scare attraction for older kids & teens.
crumlinroadgaol.com -
Indoor Pumpkin Patch @ Mossley Mill – Great for younger families.
antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk
🕷️ County Down & Ards
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Montalto Estate Halloween Quest – Magical forest walk with games and surprises.
discovernorthernireland.com -
Mount Stewart Halloween Festival – Spooky trails, broom-making workshops, and outdoor play.
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BallyBurren Pumpkin Patch & Spooky Farm – Pumpkin picking and fun with “zombie alpacas.”
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Spooktacular Downpatrick Halloween Festival – Parade, live music, and fireworks display.
visitmournemountains.co.uk -
The Jungle NI – Hallowee’uns – Haunted hayride, pumpkin patch, and spooky disco.
thejungleni.com
🧡 Wrap-Up
Whether it’s a walk through a haunted forest, picking your own pumpkin, or simply dressing up at home, there are endless ways to make this Halloween memorable for your family.
Don’t forget — our CORE Kids Halloween Activity Book is perfect for keeping the kids entertained at home, and our CORE Kids Halloween Camps are running across 8 locations this October half term!
🎃 Book your spot at www.core.kids
Stay tuned for next week’s blog, where I’ll be sharing easy Halloween games and craft ideas you can do at home!
Happy Haunting,
Gary
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