Halloween events across Northern Ireland: fireworks, trails and family days out

October 14, 2026 The Belfast Desk 0 Comments

Families can choose from Halloween fireworks, illuminated trails, pumpkin patches, spooky attractions and family events across Northern Ireland between now and 31 October.

Children in Halloween costumes carrying pumpkins beneath a starry night sky — Families can choose from Halloween events across Northern Ireland this October.

The list below includes events with dates in current council, tourism or organiser listings. Some organisers have not yet published full times or prices, so check the booking page before travelling.

Belfast and nearby

Belfast One Halloween Takeover — Belfast city centre, 26 October to 1 November. Inflatable monster installations will appear around the shopping area. The listing gives no daily hours or admission charge. Belfast One’s family activities at 2 Royal Avenue are scheduled for 30 and 31 October, with crafts, storytelling, face painting and a Halloween disco
Pumpkin Patch at City Hall — City Hall grounds, 30 and 31 October, 9am–4pm. Tickets are required; child and adult tickets include a pumpkin, while a general-entry ticket does not. Admission is free for under-twos.
Halloween at W5 — W5, Titanic Quarter, 17 October to 1 November. The programme includes a Halloween House, spooky trail, science shows and activities. It is included with general admission. W5 also lists a family night on 28 October and an adult Halloween late event on 30 October
Streamvale Halloween Pumpkin Patch — Streamvale Open Farm, 15–31 October. Sessions vary by date, with daytime and evening options. Tickets are £7.50 for toddlers aged 1–2, £18.50 for children aged three and over, £19.50 for adults without a pumpkin, and £21.50 for an adult ticket with a pumpkin. Under-ones go free. Pre-booking is required. Streamvale also lists adult-only Screamvale sessions on selected evenings.
Halloween at The Ark Open Farm — Newtownards area, on selected dates up to 31 October. The experience includes pumpkin picking and seasonal activities.
Ulster Folk Museum Halloween — Cultra, Holywood, 29–31 October, 10am–4pm. The Samhain programme includes mask-making, mumming, crafts, storytelling, seasonal food and a murder mystery. Tickets are bookable through the museum.
Family movie nights at Let’s Go Hydro — Carryduff, 15–31 October. The drive-in cinema is showing a range of films, including Halloween favourites. Individual screening times and prices are listed with the film bookings.

Fireworks and major outdoor events

ARMAGH, BANBRIDGE AND CRAIGAVON

Fireworks at the Lakes — South Lake Leisure Centre, Craigavon, 29 October at 7.30pm. Advertised as free.

CAUSEWAY COAST & GLENS

Ballymoney fireworks — Joey Dunlop Centre/Showgrounds, 24 October, fireworks at 8.30pm.
Coleraine fireworks — Ulster University, 27 October. The event starts at 6.30pm, with a quiet period from 5.30pm, low-noise fireworks at 8.15pm and a main display at 9pm.
Limavady fireworks — Roemill Playing Fields, 29 October, fireworks at 8.30pm.
Ballycastle fireworks — seafront, 31 October. A parade starts from Dalriada Hospital, with fireworks at 8.30pm.

DERRY CITY & STRABANE

Derry Halloween — Derry city, 28 October–1 November. The Awakening the Walled City trail runs 6–9pm from 28–30 October. The parade is at 7pm on 31 October, followed by fireworks at about 8.15pm. The trail, parade and fireworks are free. Free timed tickets are required for one designated section of the City Walls; the rest of the trail does not require tickets.
Castlederg Hooley on the Hill — Churchtown Centre/Lurganboy Road, 30 October, 6–9pm, with fireworks at 9pm.
Strabane fireworks — Melvin Running Track, 31 October, 7pm.

FERMANAGH & OMAGH

Enniskillen Halloween fireworks — Enniskillen Castle, 30 October, with activities scheduled from 6pm.
Omagh Halloween Festival and fireworks — Omagh town, 31 October, from 6pm. The event is listed as free

LISBURN & CASTLEREAGH

Twilight Nights — Wallace Park, Lisburn, 21–22 October. The relaxed illuminated trail is on 21 October, 6.30–8.30pm, costing £2 per person or £10 for a family of six. On 22 October, a lantern parade leaves Bow Street Mall at 6.40pm for Wallace Park; the evening includes a fireworks finale and laser show. Entry is by pre-paid ticket.

MID & EAST ANTRIM

Halloween Hooley — Larne Town Park, 29 October, 6–8.30pm, with a quiet hour from 5–6pm and fireworks at 8.15pm. Entry is free.
Hallowena — People’s Park, Ballymena, 30 October, 6–8.30pm, with a quiet hour from 5–6pm and fireworks at 8.20pm. Tickets cost £2.35 for ages 12 and over, plus booking fee; under-12s need a ticket but do not pay.

MID ULSTER

Cookstown Halloween — Mid Ulster Sports Arena, 24 October, from 5pm, with family activities and fireworks at 8pm. Advertised as free.
Dungannon Halloween — Market Square, 30 October, from 6.30pm, with entertainment followed by fireworks from the Hill of the O’Neill at 7.45pm. Advertised as free.
Coalisland Halloween — Brackaville GFC, 31 October, from 6pm, with fireworks at 8.45pm. Advertised as free; roller discos require booking.
Maghera Halloween — activities at Maghera Leisure Centre, 31 October, 3–6pm. Fireworks are at St Patrick’s College Playing Fields at 6.30pm, with gates opening at 6pm. Advertised as free.

NEWRY, MOURNE & DOWN

Hallow Lights — Mourne Esplanade Bowling Pavilion, Kilkeel, 30 October, 6–8pm. The free event includes music, crafts, stalls and fireworks
Newcastle Hallowtides — Newcastle Centre and promenade, 31 October, from 7pm. The programme includes family entertainment and fireworks

Trails, pumpkin patches and other Halloween activities

ARDS & NORTH DOWN

Frightful Fernery — Mount Stewart, 24–31 October, 10am–5pm. The Halloween trail is free with normal admission to the property; booking is not required.

ARMAGH, BANBRIDGE & CRAIGAVON

Navan Centre and Fort Halloween events — Armagh. Little Spooks is listed for 28 October, with a pumpkin-patch theme and stage show. The Halloween Craft and Games Club is listed at the Palace Stables on 29 October. Both require booking

LISBURN & CASTLEREAGH

Little Monsters Ball — Moat Park Pavilion, Dundonald, 24 October, 11am–1pm. Free, with face painting, crafts, sensory buses and walkabout characters.
Indiana Land Howling Halloween Disco — Dundonald International Ice Bowl, 29 October, 5.45–7pm. £5 for Vitality members or £8 for non-members.
Halloween Roller Disco — Dundonald International Ice Bowl, 29 October, 6.15–7.15pm or 7.30–8.30pm. Free for Vitality members or £5 for non-members.
Halloween at Hillsborough Castle and Gardens — 24 October–1 November. The programme includes a garden trail, pumpkin patch and workshops. The trail and some workshops are included with garden admission; pumpkin patch and mask-making activities require an additional ticket.

MID & EAST ANTRIM

Ballymena Haunted Harvest Treat Trail — Ballymena town centre, 30 October. The trail is scheduled alongside play buses and walkabout characters from 12 noon–4pm.
Pumpkin Patch at Castle Kitchen + Bar — Galgorm, Ballymena, 22 October–1 November, listed as open 12 noon–10pm. Pumpkin picking and carving costs £21.50 per ticket.

MID ULSTER

Hallowee’uns at The Jungle — Moneymore, on 17–18, 24–25 and 28–31 October. The family event includes pumpkin picking, a haycart ride, marshmallow toasting, a disco and an adventure activity. Arrival is between 10am and 12.30pm; activities finish at 3pm.
Fright Night at The Jungle — Moneymore, on selected October nights. The ticketed experience features live actors, woodland trails and themed attractions.
Mr Bruce’s Pumpkin Patch — Benburb Priory, 24, 25, 30 and 31 October. Listed start times are 11am on 24 October, 1pm on 25 October, 3pm on 30 October and 11am on 31 October. Tickets are £5.75 for adults and £11 for children; under-sixes months go free.

NEWRY, MOURNE & DOWN

Mountpanther Halloween Pumpkin Patch — near Newcastle, on 17–18 and 24–31 October. The ticket includes access to the farm park and Halloween activities. Prices listed are £15.50 for adults, £14.50 for children, £13 for concessions and £56 for a family ticket.
Halloween at Montalto — Ballynahinch, 24–30 October, with entry slots at 10.30am, 11.30am, 12.30pm, 1.30pm and 2.30pm. Child tickets cost £13.50 and include a pumpkin; adult tickets cost £11.50. Under-ones go free. Quiet sessions are listed for 27 October at 9.30am and 10.30am.
Footsteps in the Forest — Slieve Gullion Forest Park, 21–27 October. The Samhain-themed event has lantern-lit woodland trails, storytelling and live performances. Sessions run from 4–8pm; tickets cost £10 per car for up to seven people, including parking.
Spooks in the City — Newry, 24 October–1 November. The city-centre programme includes a pumpkin trail, family entertainment, face painting, characters, ghost tours and themed activities. Individual times and prices vary.
Newry Halloween Twilight Market — Newry Variety Market, John Mitchel Place, 31 October, 5–10pm. Free entry, with family activities, live music, food and an artisan market.

Before setting out, check each event’s booking page for remaining tickets, exact session availability and any changes to timings.