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Some of the characters at last year's Cloone Haunted Trail
As the clocks go back and the leaves fall from trees, leaving skeletons swaying in the autumn winds, Leitrim comes alive with Halloween spirit. From family-friendly pumpkin patches and creative kids’ camps to eerie trails, folklore-filled festivals, and late-night frights, there’s something for everyone this Samhain season.
Here are some of the best events and celebrations happening across the county this Halloween week.
Samhain at the Organic Centre
The Organic Centre’s Halloween Fest returns on Monday, October 27th, from 12–4 pm. Take the Halloween Trail and find spooky cats hidden around the grounds and watch out for a few other eerie surprises!
Enjoy Samhain-themed folklore with the inspirational Jim Ledwith of the Mummers Foundation, alongside craftswoman Steffi Otto from Heritage Crafts Alive. There’ll be live music from The Clearys and Mary T, and dance from Siobhán Butler (Banóg Irish Dance).
Families can enjoy sustainable crafts with Steve and Seb, while seasonal Samhain food — including colcannon, barmbrack, and treats by Lilly Conlon (formerly of Caife Bia Sláinte) — will be served in the Grass Roof Café. Entry is free, with a small charge for the Halloween Trail to cover your map and a goodie bag upon completion. Collect your map at the shop.
Halloween Camp at Leitrim School of Art
Leitrim School of Art is hosting a two-day Halloween Camp for 5–8-year-olds on Thursday, October 30th, and Friday, October 31st, from 10 am–2 pm. Places cost €75, with a €30 deposit on booking and the remaining €45 payable on the first day.
Spooktacular at The Market Yard
The Market Yard in Carrick-on-Shannon will be transformed for one Spooktacular Night on Saturday, October 25th, at 6 pm. Dress up in your best costume and enjoy an evening of spooky stories, music, and eerie fun!
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Eslin GAA Healthy Clubs Pumpkin Patch
Eslin GAA Healthy Clubs will host their first-ever Pumpkin Patch on Monday, October 27th, from 3 pm to 5 pm at the Eslin GAA pitch.
Expect pumpkin painting, spooky races, and plenty of fun family activities - the perfect way to kick off the Halloween season!
Cloone Halloween Trail
Get ready for a chilling adventure on the Cloone Haunted Trail on Sunday, October 26th, 2025. Brave visitors can test their nerves on this eerie night-time trail at the Cloone Community Centre from 6 pm to 10 pm.
Fréwaka at The Dock Theatre
The Irish-language folk-horror film Fréwaka, written and directed by Aislinn Clarke, will screen at The Dock Theatre in Carrick-on-Shannon at 8 pm on October 30th.
The psychological horror follows Shoo, a young home care worker grieving her recently deceased mother, who is assigned to care for Peig, an elderly, reclusive woman recovering from a stroke and living in terror of mysterious entities called Na Sídhe.
As Shoo settles into the remote Irish-speaking village, she becomes entangled in Peig’s rituals and superstitions, confronting her own buried trauma in a haunting blend of folklore and fear. The film merges psychological horror with Irish mythology and history, leaving the line between madness and the supernatural hauntingly blurred.
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Glenade Halloween Party
The Glenade Halloween Party is back! Join the fun at the Glenade Resource Centre from 7–9 pm for plenty of spooktacular capers and Howl-a-Ween fun for all the little goblins!
Spooky Loopy Event in Dromahair
The Barracks in Dromahair will host its Spooky Loopy Event on Sunday, October 26th, 2025, from 2 pm to 5 pm, following last year’s success. Expect a fun-filled family day with prizes for the best costumes, plus lots of surprises and thrills throughout the afternoon.
Ardvarney National School Halloween Party & Disco
Get your costumes ready - the annual Ardvarney National School Halloween Party and Disco is back!
This much-loved event, organised by the Ardvarney NS Parents’ Association, promises a fun-filled evening for children (and their adults too!). Expect music, dancing, and plenty of spooky surprises in a safe, family-friendly atmosphere. Always a highlight of the local Halloween calendar - book in advance to secure your spot!
Samhain Parade in Manorhamilton
The spirit of Samhain will fill the streets of Manorhamilton on Saturday, October 25th, as the town hosts its annual Samhain Parade.
Hundreds of revellers will march from the Bee Park at 6:30 pm, winding through the town with street performers, music, floats, giant puppets, and lanterns in tow. All are welcome to come along and take part in this vibrant celebration of Samhain!
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