Did you know that Ireland is the home of Halloween? Halloween has its roots in the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain, a pagan religious celebration to welcome the harvest at the end of the summer when people would light bonfires and wear costumes to ward off ghosts. Over time, Halloween has evolved into a day of activities like trick-or-treating, carving jack-o-lanterns or pumpkins, festive gatherings, donning costumes and eating treats. There are plenty of Halloween activities happening in Cavan this October, so why not plan your visit and spend a spooky night or three with one of our accommodation providers. Here are our top events to look forward to.
Kayak from Killeshandra to Inishmore
On Saturday the 26th of October, make your way to Killeshandra to join Cavan Adventure Centre on an adventure kayak to Inishmore. This is a fully guided scenic 12km kayak trail. Picturesque Killykeen Forest Park will host your mini break before making your way past Clogh Oughter Castle and on to Inishmore island. Reasonable fitness level required. To book your space, visit the website here.
Family Bike Treasure Hunt
A fun-filled adventure awaits your family at Killykeen Forest Park with Cavan Adventure Centre. Join an exciting Family Bike Treasure Hunt through beautiful Killykeen Forest Park on Sunday, 27th October, from 11am to 2pm. Perfect for families who love adventure, nature, and a bit of friendly competition! Find out more here.
Halloween Bushcraft Camp
Ready for an outdoor adventure on the 30th and 31st of October at Cavan Adventure Centre? Get ready for a fun day of bushcraft in the heart of this Special Area of Conservation! Learn fire Skills, Den Building, Connect with Nature and more! Limited places available. Suitable for children 8yrs plus. Find out more here.
Monsters and Magic at the Marble Arch Caves
Make your way to the Marble Arch Caves for an enchanting outdoor Halloween adventure where monsters meet magic! Wander through the enchanted woodland on an interactive guided quest, encounter magical creatures, and uncover hidden treasures. Build your inventory and craft magical objects and become the hero of your own Halloween tale. With captivating performances, imaginative costumes, and fun-filled activities, this guided adventure is the ultimate Halloween event for all ages. Prepare for thrills and chills in a safe, family-friendly atmosphere. Book online here for dates available on 26th, 27th, 30th and 31st of October 2024.
Kids Halloween Disco Party at the Cavan Crystal Hotel
Taking place on Monday the 28th of October 2024, enjoy a spooktacular magic show, spooky party games and music, prizes and treats, spooky fun disco dancing, a fancy-dress competition and lots more. Find out more here.
Young at Art Halloween Camp at Cavan County Museum
Get creative at Cavan County Museum this Halloween with a Young at Art Halloween Camp. Choose from two workshop times at 10am or 1.45pm and get busy crafting away! The workshops are suitable for children aged 5 years to 12 years old. Find out more here.
Spooky Stories at Cavan County Museum
Get in the Halloween mood this year with Spooky Stories at Cavan County Museum. Make sure you are in fancy dress and enjoy a few scary tales before heading out to trick or treat! Find out more here.
Forest Walks and Trails
Halloween is also the perfect time of the year to experience the beautiful autumnal colours in our parks and forests. Take the Castle trail at Castle Saunderson Estate, get lost at Dun an Rí Forest Park in Kingscourt or appreciate the beautiful colours at Killykeen Forest Park. Bring the bikes and let the kids go wild too! Find out more about all of our walking and cycling trails here. For special offers at our accommodation providers, read all about romantic breaks on our website here.
This is your perfect Halloween getaway…This is Cavan!
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