Things to do in Sligo for the Halloween Break

Now that things are returning to some kind of normality I’ve had a lot of people contacting me looking for things to do on the Halloween Break. Here are some suggestions:

Lissadell Under the Stars. Drive in Movies at Lissadell House, taking place throughout October. Booking here: https://www.eventbrite.ie/d/ireland–sligo/lissadell-under-the-stars/

The Hawk’s Well Theatre have performances of Hatch – full of Fidget Feet’s unique blend of music, comedy, theatre, contemporary dance and aerial dance. Hatch weaves craft workshops, Irish language and Irish dancing into this wonderful story for 4 – 10 years and their families. 26th and 27th of October https://www.hawkswell.com/events/event/hatch1

The New Art and Craft Fair in Sligo are hosting two Halloween themed days on the 23rd and the 30th of October. More details here https://www.facebook.com/events/3007915179446056

Sligo Live is back. Lots of music taking place throughout Sligo town between 22nd and 31st of October. Find all the information here: http://sligolive.ie/

Sligo Whiskey Society tasting masterclass with with Slane Whiskey Thursday 28th October from 7.30pm.*limited tickets available*

Sligo Leader Partnership are hosting a Spooky Scavenger Hunt for families. 29th October at 2pm in Cleveragh Park, Sligo. Places are limited and registration is essential. Please Phone Karen on 087 6872777 or email ktonry@sligoleader.com

Five Star Fun have a Halloween Party on Friday 29th October 5pm – 7pm.Pre-Booking essential. Call/Text 0872566526 to book. €10 per child.

The Yeats Society are hosting a Samhain event on October 29th and 30th. Booking here https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/samhain-tickets-187763344217

Join Sligo Rowing Club for a Zombie Hunt in Doorly Park, Sligo. Friday 29th October. More details and booking here: https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/zombie-hunt-tickets-189651050397

To Celebrate the 20th anniversary of the release of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone, Omniplex Sligo will be hosting a Halloween weekend showing from Friday 29 to Sunday 31 October https://www.facebook.com/omniplexsligo/posts/4276684849053020

Achonry Farmers Market have a Spooktacular Day planned on October 30th. The market is on from 10am – 1pm at the N17 between Ballinacarrow and Tubbercurry.

Halloween Sligo Dark Tales Walking Tour is on Saturday 30th October, tickets on sale now https://sligowalkingtours.com Extra Tour date added for Halloween on Sunday 31st October at 7 pm. Tickets are limited so book today. Saturday 30th Oct tour is now fully booked.

Join Rebelle Surf for a Diva Surf Session in aid of DVAS on 31st October. Non-surfers also welcome to dress up, have some fun and raise money. Full details here: https://www.facebook.com/rebellesurf/photos/a.396602847871609/903478503850705/

Strandhill People’s Market is also on the 31st October from 11am – 4pm. The stallholders usually dress up for Halloween and I’m sure this year will be extra spooky and special.

Dance the night away at The Coach House in Ballymote as the Smash Hits band take to the stage and play 90s dance music. October 30th https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/smash-hits-tickets-169549417873

The Model Sligo have a lovely ‘Make & Create’ section on their website, these are things you can do at home. All details here: https://www.themodel.ie/online-programme/make-and-create/

Camps

Harry Potter Spooktacular Halloween Camp is on October 27th to 29th in Coolaney Community Centre. Perfect for witches and wizards aged 5+. Places for this are filling up fast. Find out more here: https://www.facebook.com/CalligraphyCouture

Halloween Dance Camp. 25th – 29th of October. Full week of DANCE, Games and performance https://www.facebook.com/sligodance

RoboThink Sligo are hosting a mid-term camp at the IT Sligo from 25th – 29th October inclusive. It’s suitable for kids aged 6-12 and they’ll be able to build robots and have fun. Use code EARLY BIRD to redeem a 10% discount. Register online: https://sligo.myrobothink.com/event/halloween-mid-term-camp-2021-10-25-2021-10-29-499/

Party Time Halloween Camp **October 26th to Oct 29th** each day 10am to 2pm. Ages 5yrs to 12yrs. Location Ballinacarrow Community Centre. Full info and registration: https://partypartytime.ie/camps Enquires@partypartytime.ie or call 0863930929 for further info.

Indoor Centres

Pre-booking is advised:

Five Star Fun in Grange. The kids can enjoy the play areas and you can relax with a coffee. https://fivestarfun.ie/

Funny Bones in Collooney. Food available http://www.funnybones.ie/

The Creator Van and Studio. Lots of different workshops for children (and adults) from the studio in Skreen, and a mobile van that will travel all over Ireland. Experience with children with additional needs too https://thecreatorvan.com/

Get your skates on with Zero Gravity Skatepark in Sligo town https://www.facebook.com/zerogravityskateparksligo

These are just a few things I’ve noticed. If you have anything to add just drop me an email valrobus@gmail.com Booking is advised for anything mentioned.