From fireworks in Finglas to a Macnas Parade in Mountjoy Square, there is plenty to be doing around Dublin this Halloween weekend.
On Saturday, 1 November, Dublin will transform into a playground of the city's night time economy, celebrating music, visual arts, culture, food and business experiences. Taking place across Dame Street, College Green and Capel Street, Dublin City Centre from 6pm-10pm, the event will showcase some of Ireland's emerging musical talent. This free event is organised by DublinTown, Dublin City Council, Fáilte Ireland (Winter in Dublin programme) and the Department of Culture, Communications and Sport.
SUNNY RAVE: A Very Sunny Halloween
A special Halloween rave experience with It's Always Sunny in Philadephia inspired costumes, visuals, and artwork is coming to 35 Liffey Street Lower on 1 November. This fan-made event starts at 11pm and goes on until 3am, with Always Sunny-themed costumes heavily encouraged. Tickets cost €25.71 on Eventbrite.
On Friday, 31 October, The Pearse Centre is hosting a night of improvised comedy. The best teams in the country will compete to be crowned Lords of Halloween! All voted by the audience. This is a BYOB event. Tickets cost €10 on Eventbrite.
Dopamine Market
Curated by fashion creative Zeda the Architect, jewellery designer Chupi Sweetman and style expert Courtney Smith, the Dopamine Market will take place at Chupi, Clarendon Street, on Saturday, 1 November. Running from 12pm - 4pm, the market will feature curated rails of pre-loved joy from some of Ireland's most stylish wardrobes.
The Big Scream NEIC Halloween Community Festival
From Friday, 24 October - Friday, 31 October, Dublin's North East Inner City is hosting a free, multi-day event, working to foster community engagement with fun activities and workshops for all ages. Participants can enjoy Horrible History Walks, the Haunted House of Horrors, Bank Holiday Bingo with Witch Nicola, a film screening, a doggy dress-up parade, and much more.
Fingal Festival of Fire
On Friday, 31 October, a festival of fire will light up the sky in four Dublin locations: Bremore Castle in Balbriggan, Swords Town Park, Malahide Castle, and Millennium Park in Blanchardstown. Kicking off at 7pm, this family-friendly event will count down to an awe-inspiring spectacle as fireworks take off at 7:30pm.
A Mexican Día de Muertos party with live music, DJs, dancers, food, drinks and traditional decorations and activities is coming to the Button Factory on Sunday, 2 November. Taking place from 6pm-10pm, tickets cost €25 on Eventbrite. €100 cash prize on offer for the best Catrina costume.
Running from Fri, 31 Oct - Mon, 3 Nov, the Bram Stoker festival will see a long list of events taking place across Dublin to celebrate all things Halloween. Events range from a free Macnas Parade in Mountjoy Square, Spooky Stories at Marsh's Library, a walking tour of Dublin's most haunted spots, and an evening of storytelling from Will Seaward.
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