- The Halloween Extravaganza is scheduled at the Irish National Stud & Gardens from 24 to 27 October 2026.
- The Haunted Mansion and Witches’ Potion Quest are returning for 2026.
- All Halloween activities are included in general admission, with booking recommended due to limited capacity.
- The event runs from 11.00am to 3.00pm daily, with costumes encouraged.
The Irish National Stud & Gardens has confirmed the return of its Halloween Extravaganza on Dark Horse Avenue for four days from Saturday 24 October to Tuesday 27 October 2026. The event has promised haunted adventures, quests and festive activities for visitors of all ages. The Haunted Mansion has reopened its doors for 2026, inviting guests to navigate passageways with relics, surprises and storytelling at every turn.
The Witches’ Potion Quest returns with cauldrons, and visitors have been asked to follow clues, gather magical items and meet the Witches at the Thatch Cottage. Costumes areencouraged, and spooky games, themed activities and surprises are scheduled. The Irish National Stud & Gardens also offers access to the Japanese Gardens, St. Fiachra’s Garden, the Living Legends, playground and picnic areas and the Irish Racehorse Experience. The event will run from 11.00am to 3.00pm daily, with all Halloween activities included in general admission and booking recommended due to limited capacity.
Amanda Kelly, Sales and Marketing Manager at The Irish National Stud & Gardens, shared: Halloween at the venue has become one of its most anticipated family events. Children are on midterm break and the gardens are glowing with autumn colour, making it a suitable time for families to enjoy a day of imagination, adventure and seasonal fun. The Halloween Extravaganza brings together spooky surprises, creative activities and the magic of the venue, creating moments for visitors of all ages.
