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Rapunzel The Helix Panto Dublin

The Helix announce ‘Rapunzel’ as this year’s Christmas panto!

Running from 22nd November until 12th January 2025!

The Helix is excited to announce that this year’s Christmas Panto will be ‘Rapunzel’ produced by TheatreworX Productions. This magical production will take to the panto stage from Friday, 22nd November to Sunday, 12th January, 2025. Tickets are available now from www.thehelix.ie

With all the festive cheers and boos of a live panto audience, TheatreworX Productions return to the stage at The Helix this Christmas with all the wit, magic and fun. Promising to bring everything that you can expect from the most magical panto in Dublin, join the cast as they journey through the magical pantosphere of intrigue and adventure! With an exciting new script including plenty of twists and turns, ‘Rapunzel’ promises to be yet another hilarious production for all the family to enjoy with eye catching sets, song and dance!

Rapunzel The Helix Panto

Photographer: Leon Farrell / Photocall Ireland

Packed with talent, the ‘Rapunzel’ cast includes Caoimhe Garvey who returns to the Helix Panto stage playing the lead role, Rapunzel, Dan Miles as Flynn and Rua Barron as the panto baddie, Gothel. AIMS award winner and funny man, Chris Corroon returns to the panto spotlight as Dame Lola, while panto favourites including Aidan Mannion as Laurel and Brian Dalton as Buddy amongst many others return for this wonderful and hilarious adaptation.

Schools across Dublin and Leinster will have the opportunity to enjoy the magic of live theatre at The Helix with an array of school tour dates available. Tickets for school outings and corporate reservations can be booked through www.thehelix.ie

Caoimhe Garvey, who plays the lead role of Rapunzel, shared her excitement, “It’s an absolute dream come true to take on the role of Rapunzel. The character is so much fun, and the energy of a live panto audience makes it all the more thrilling. I’m looking forward to returning The Helix this Christmas with the wonderful TheatreworX crew.”

Rapunzel The Helix Panto

 Photographer: Leon Farrell / Photocall Ireland

Creative Director of TheatreworX Productions and producer of The Helix Panto, Claire Tighe said, “We are thrilled to bring ‘Rapunzel’ to The Helix stage this Christmas. With a brand-new script and some exciting surprises in store, it promises to be a magical and fun-filled show for audiences of all ages, we can’t wait for families to experience the joy and laughter that The Helix Panto is known for.”

Michael Brady, General Manager of The Helix said, “We’re excited to welcome audiences back for another unforgettable panto. Claire and the TheatreworX Productions team consistently deliver fantastic shows, and Rapunzel will be no exception. It’s a festive treat for families, schools, and community groups alike.”

‘Rapunzel’ will begin a seven-week run from Friday, 22nd November 2024 to Sunday, 12th  January, 2025.  Tickets priced from €28.50 (plus booking fees) and are on sale now from www.thehelix.ie and at The Helix Box Office.

For more information see www.thehelix.ie or call 01 700 7000.

READ OUR REVIEW OF RAPUNZEL HERE

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Navan Adventure Centre Pumpkin and Fun

Pumpkin & Fun 2024
Family Halloween Festival

Get Ready for Spooky Fun and Lasting Memories!

Introducing the Pumpkin & Fun Family Halloween Festival, where magic, adventure, and delightful scares await. Secure your tickets soon for October 2024! Tickets on sale NOW!

October: 19th, 20th, 26th, 27th & 28th
Time: 11am to 5pm

Sensory Session: Available October 19th 10:30 and 11.30
Click here for more information 

Designed especially for families, our festival promises to create unforgettable spooky memories for children ages 3 to 12. Here’s a sneak peek of what’s in store:

 

13 Exciting Features!

What your ticket includes:

1) Professional Magic Show: 30 minutes of awe-inspiring tricks in our massive circus tent. (Indoors).
2) Pumpkin Patch: Let your kids pick their perfect pumpkin.
3) Pumpkin Carving Area: Equipped with all the tools needed for carving creativity. (Indoors).
4) Zombie Laser Tag: New this year! Navigate our haunted house and shoot zombie targets. (Indoors).
5) Halloween Disco: Dance to spooky Halloween in our huge circus tent filled with disco lights and a little spooky smoke. (Indoors).
6) Pedalo Boats: Glide across a spooky, blood-red pond, be sure to avoid the floating human sculls.
7) Inflatable Obstacle Course & Slides: For the adventurous ones (must be 1 meter tall).
8) Junior Inflatables Area: Safe and fun for the littlest visitors. (Indoors).
9) Adventure Obstacle Course: Challenge your kids to fun and fitness.
10) Bubble Making Workshop: Indoor fun creating giant bubbles. (Indoors).
11) Mini Golf: Enjoy showing the kids how it’s done!
12) Football Golf: A mash up between golf and soccer.
13) Off-Road Pedal Go-Karting: Always a favorite.
Add On Extras
  • Face painting (From €3 per child)
  • Amusement Carousel Rides (From €3 per child per go)
  • Coffee shop selling hot drinks, snacks and treats on site
  • Hot food vendors on site
  • Market stall holders on site
Pricing:

Kids €19.90 pp. (Includes pumpkin and up to 13 different activities!)

Adults €10.90 pp. (Adults do not receive a pumpkin but can take part in most activities)

Carers €6 must have cares ID at gate

Kids under 2 years: Free as they can not take part in activities & no pumpkin

Car parking: Free car parking (Please contact us about bus parking in advance)

€2.30 booking fee (per booking transaction, not per ticket)

Vouchers: To pay or partly pay with a Navan Adventure Centre voucher please contact Navan Adventure Centre by email or phone info@navanadventurecentre.ie Tel: 085 2366322

Important Information

Are kids under 2 free? Yes they are but for a reason! They can not take part in activities as they are too young and they also will not get a pumpkin, only ticket holders get a pumpkin. You are welcome to bring the younger ones along for a walk around and a great photo opportunity in the pumpkin patch, please understand this event is designed for 3 to 12 year old’s.

Inflatable obstacle course may be cancelled for safety reasons if the winds are too strong, all other activities will still run unless a red weather warning is given and deems other activities unsafe.

In the event the event is cancelled for any reason, including a red weather warning, a voucher will be sent to you for the full amount of your tickets, you can use this voucher of any activity, package or event with us in the future.

This is a ticketed, non refundable event.

Winner of Best Tourism experience Co. Meath last year, Pumpkin and Fun

Navan Adventure Centre
Navan Race Course, Proudstown Road,
Navan, Co Meath C15 X8HP

Tel: 085 236 6322
Email: info@navanadventurecentre.ie
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K2 Alpacas Pumpkin Patch Experience Wicklow

K2 Alpacas Pumpkin Patch Experience Wicklow

K2Alpacas Pumpkin Patch in association with Down Syndrome Centre:
 

Come and Join us for a fun filled Pumpkin Patch Experience for the whole family and meet some Alpacas along the way !

Stroll through the enchanted Fairy Walk, stop and enjoy goolish games, take memorable family pictures at our photoboots and finish up in the pumpkin patch to select your personal pumpkin.

 

HIGHLIGHTS

  • Pick your own pumpkin with the alpacas
  • Meet some incredibly cute Alpacas
  • Walk through the enchanted Fairy Forest
  • Join in Fun Halloween games
  • Plenty of selfie and photo opportunities
  • Free Halloween Photo booths for those memorable pics
  • Halloween Refreshments

By purchasing a ticket, you are also supporting the Down Syndrome Centre. A portion of the Ticket sales goes to help this wonderful charity.

K2 Alpacas

 

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K2 Alpacas
Callow Hill Upper,
Newtownmountkennedy,
Co. Wicklow,
A63 DX08
Email : Activities@k2alpacas.ie
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Funtasia-Halloween

Halloween at Funtasia Theme Park Drogheda

🎃 Halloween Fun for Children and Families of All Ages 🎃

Get ready for an enchanting Halloween adventure at Funtasia! All aboard the Pumpkin Express for a magical train ride to Funtasia’s pumpkin patch. Little witches, wizards, and pumpkin lovers alike can choose and carve their perfect pumpkins. Immerse your family in a world of Halloween-themed arts & crafts, spooky tales, exciting games, costume contests, and delicious festive treats—making this the ultimate family-friendly Halloween event! 🍂✨

🗓️ Dates: October 12, 13, 19, 20, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30 & 31
🕚 Time: 11 AM – 5 PM

Event Highlights:

  • Pumpkin Picking & Carving: Choose, carve, and decorate your own pumpkin masterpiece.
  • Arts & Crafts Area: Unleash your creativity with fun Halloween crafts.
  • Spooky Tales: Gather around for enchanting Halloween stories perfect for all ages.
  • Games & Prizes: Dive into festive games and win exciting prizes.
  • Costume Contests: Show off your Halloween costumes for a chance to win daily prizes.
  • Themed Treats: Indulge in a variety of delicious Halloween-themed snacks.
  • Photo Opportunities: Capture magical moments with Halloween-themed photo spots.

🎟️ Book Your Tickets and experience an unforgettable Halloween adventure at Funtasia Theme Park in Drogheda, Co. Louth!

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Halloween Waterpark Party for the Whole Family!

Looking for an exciting evening of thrills and chills? Bring the whole family to Funtasia’s Halloween Waterpark Party, where fun and spookiness collide!

Pirate’s Cove Waterpark will be transformed into a Halloween wonderland—complete with vibrant lights, swirling mist, and a live DJ setting the perfect spooky atmosphere. Enjoy themed drinks, delicious treats, and plenty of surprises along the way for an unforgettable Halloween night!

🗓️ Event Dates: October 26th – 28th
🕔 Time: 5 PM – 9 PM

Event Highlights:

  • Halloween Waterpark Wonderland: Pirate’s Cove Waterpark turns into a spooky yet fun-filled Halloween party.
  • Live DJ: Dance the night away with tunes from our lively DJ, adding to the festive atmosphere.
  • Festive Drinks & Treats: Savour Halloween-themed drinks and delicious treats for the whole family.
  • Exciting Surprises: Look out for spooky surprises and special treats throughout the evening.

🎟️ Book Your Tickets Here and dive into a night of Halloween magic at Funtasia Theme Park!

Make your Halloween extra special this year with Funtasia’s spooktacular events—fun for kids, adults, and the whole family! 👻🎃

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Funtasia Theme Park
Unit 1, Donore Road Industrial Estate
Lagavooren
Drogheda
Co. Louth
A92 EVH6
Tel : 0419898000
Email: partyoffice@funtasia.ie
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Kia Ora Mini Farm Wexford

Visit Santa in Gorey, Wexford at his Kia Ora Mini Farm Magical Christmas Experience

Santa Claus is delighted to announce his return to the Wexford Winter Wonderland that is Kia Ora Mini Farm. Come visit the animals, see Santa’s cosy home and view in amazement our enchanting musical light show.

Admission: €24.50 per child, €12.50 per adult, €12.50 under 11 months old

The Booking Time that you are choosing is the actual time that you will meet Santa. You can arrive at the farm any time during our opening times prior to this time but AT LEAST 15 minutes prior to the booking time. All guests on the booking should arrive to check in together. If your booking is late in the evening you should give yourself plenty of time to visit our animals and have a look around the farm before you make your way to visit Santa. Please be outside Santa’s door 5 minutes before your booking time.

Book Now

Contact us on 053 94 21166, 086-0836715 or 086-8788424 for details

Opening Hours Christmas 2024

November:

  • Sat 23rd: 2-7pm
  • Sun 24th: 1-7pm
  • Sat 30th: 1-7pm

December:

  • Sun 1st: 1-7pm
  • Sat 7th & Sun 8th: 1-7pm
  • Fri 13th: 4-7pm
  • Sat 14th & Sun 15th: 1-7pm
  • Mon 16th to Fri 20th: 4-7pm
  • Sat 21st to Mon 23rd: 1-7pm

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From start to finish a festive Christmas visit to Santa at Kia Ora Farm in Wexford is full of sparkle and will include:-

  • Thousands of Twinkling Lights
  • Live Stable of Bethlehem
  • Illuminated Light Show
  • Feed the Reindeer and other animals
  • Visit Santa’s Bedroom Kitchen, Workshop and Post Office
  • Post your Letter in Santa’s Post Box

 

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From start to finish a festive Christmas visit to Santa at Kia Ora Farm in Wexford is full of sparkle and will include:-

  • Each Family will have their own booking time with Santa Claus. You Can take as many photos as you wish and throughout the farm.
  • Each good child will then be directed to the Giant Present Room to check if their family is on the list to choose their fantastic gift.
  • Please ensure to arrive at least 15 minutes prior to your booking time to ensure that you are ready to meet Santa at the time specified in your booking.
  • Please ensure that everyone on the booking arrives together at the same time to the entrance for check in to the farm at least 15 minutes prior to time booked to see Santa.

 

Address : Courteencurragh, Gorey, Co. Wexford

Phone : 053 9421166 / 086-8788424 / 086-0836715

Web address : www.kiaoraminifarm.com

 

 

Caragh Open Farm Kildare

Halloween at Caragh Open Farm Kildare

Come celebrate Halloween with us in Caragh Open Farm.  We are delighted to celebrate this with you. Our patch will run over 5 days with am and pm slots 19th – 28th October

Please DO NOT arrive early for your time slot, please arrive no earlier than 5 minutes

What to expect when you get here:

Come and join us for some festive drinks and
food in our ‘Spooky Café’.!

Top tips when coming to our Pumpkin Patch:

Stonehall Visitor Farm Limerick

Halloween at Stonehall Wildlife Park Limerick

Enjoy all that Stonehall Wildlife Park has to offer this Halloween…

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In 1992 the Shanahan family purchased this beautiful rural setting running parallel to Curragh Chase Forest Park in, Kilcornan, Co. Limerick. This location offered a unique setting for a purpose built Wildlife park which has now developed from a pet farm into a wildlifepark/Zoo for families to experience fun, education within its natural Flora & Fauna.With dedication and the time frame of eight years the Shanahan Family open on the 11th June 2000 and now offer a very unique service for families, school tours birthday parties and special events that caters for both young and old.

Twelve years later Stonehall Visitor Farm & Wildlife Park has earned itself Zoo status which is now Licensed by the Department of Arts Heritage, and the Gaeltacht, under the European Communities (Licensing and inspections of zoos) Regulations, 2003 (S.I. 440 of 2003) Authorities.A visit to Stonehall Visitor farm & Wildlife Park delivers something for all the family.Our mission at Stonehall Visitor Farm & Wildlife ParkTo help conserve Natures wildlife,  native flora & fauna  and to educate visitors  to embrace & enjoy the experience of the setting

Stonehall Wildlife Park
Curraghchase
Kilcornan
Co. Limerick
Tel : +353 61 393940 / 087 9093286
Email : info@stonehallvisitorfarm.ie
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Santa-Experience

The Santa Experience – Santa’s Magical Cabin

Santa and his elves are back for 2024! 

It has been a busy year here in the North Pole. After the success of 2022 & 2023 Santa and his elves have been working hard to ensure every family has a wonderful private visit with Santa Claus! 

Upon check in each family will meet their elf guide who will take them directly to Santa’s Magical Cabin. 

As always Santa Claus will have know some special information about your children, give them a lovely age appropriate gift and take some gorgeous professional photos to capture the magic of meeting Santa!

Precise timeslots: In order to reduce wait times and prevent crowds, we have created more precise timeslots. Similar to previous events, check-in will be no more than 10-minutes before your timeslot. Please arrive at check in with your your QR code or confirmation email ready for inspection.

Special needs: Because of the changes we have made to our event we do not have a specific autism friendly day because every day is autism friendly! As always, if your child has specific needs that may not be met at our event, please contact us ahead of time at info@santaexperience.ie, and remind the receptionist on the day so we can make your visit run as smoothly as possible!

Santa and his elves can’t wait to see you this Christmas! 

Come join the magic!

Venues

  • Dunnes Stores, Ilac Centre, Dublin 1
  • Dunnes Stores, Kilnamanagh, Tallaght, Dublin 24
  • Dunnes Stores, Patrick Street, Cork
  • Jetland Shopping Centre, Ennis Road, Limerick
  • The Kyle Centre, Portlaoise 
  • Dunnes Stores, Ennis Town Centre

Dates/Times

  • 16th November to 23rd December 2024
  • 12pm to 6pm (generally) See website for times
  • Please check our online booking system for exact opening times of your preferred location

Admission

  • Children €14 (incl. gift)
  • Adult €6.50 (no gift)
  • Baby €14 (with gift)
  • Baby €6 (no gift)
  • Special invite: €14 (plus postage)

Photos

  • €16 for first photo
  • €14 for each additional copy
  • €40 Digital photo USB + 1 printed photo 

Santa’s Shop

  • Reindeer Food: €4
  • Finding Nutmeg book €12
  • Finding Activity book €7

Booking

Book online now at www.santaexperience.ie

Find us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/TheSantaExperience/

Instagram: santaexperienceireland

Youtube: http://youtu.be/NIRE3g7ENBY

 

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Halloween Disco at Blackwater Open Farm Wexford

HALLOWEEN DISCO & PARTY

October 31st 2024 from 1 to 3pm

Fancy dress disco by DJ Gerard, Spooktacular face painting & lots of fun & party games by Mrs. Oddsocks

Be sure to book your spot, limited availability

€14 per child, accompanying adult goes free

Blackwater Open Farm
Ballinaclash
Blackwater
Enniscorthy
Co. Wexford
Tel : 085 1227901 or 087 1303057
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Halloween Events at The Seamus Ennis Arts Centre

Family Halloween Wreath Making Workshop

Date :

27 Oct 2024

In this workshop you and your kids will create a beautiful Halloween Wreath using all natural foliage and materials, ribbon and other little Halloween decorations to make your door look very festive this Halloween. 

All materials provided.   

Please note that each family will make one wreath.    

Limited spaces available, Early booking is strongly advised.

Ticket Includes One Adult & 2 Children

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Make Your Own Bird Feeder

 
Date :

28 Oct 2024

We are delighted to have Andrew, “Mouse”, back from OWLS to give anotherworkshop.In this workshop all the kids will make their very own bird feeder.    Using cut out logs, and wire all participants will get a chance to use child friendly drills, hammers and nails to make their bird feeder.   Mouse will give you all the information on what birds you will see feeding in your garden and they will go home with a leaflet containing pictures of the birds for easy identification.   

Spaces are limited so early booking advised.   

This workshop is suitable for children aged 7 upwards.     

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Spooky Halloween Sign Making

 
Date :

28 Oct 2024

In this workshop you will learn how to make your unique spooky Halloween Sign using driftwood and recycled wood, nail sticks, stencils and Posca paint pens.    

Suitable for children aged 6 upwards.    
Numbers are limited so early Booking advised.

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Monster T-Shirt Painting Workshop

 
Date :

29 Oct 2024

Let your imagination run wild and create your own monster/Halloween t-shirt in this fun and creative workshop.  

Alison, will be on hand to give you ideas in relation to the Monster Inc. characters or any other monsters from your imagination or maybe you would just like to paint a Halloween Scene.  

In this 1.5 hour workshop you will get a chance to use fabric paints, fabric markers, colour visuals and templates to help you create your own individual scary or not so scary T-Shirt.   

White cotton t-shirts will be provided for this workshop.    

Please wear old clothes.   

Suitable for children aged 7-12 years old.

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Halloween Cup Cake Decorating Workshop

 
Date :

29 Oct 2024

Roll up your sleeves, and get ready to create spiders, ghosts and other Halloween treats for a ghoulish spectacular with award winning Chef Anjali from Global Cake Stoppers.    All aprons, equipment and ingredients supplied.   

All children will go home with six decorated cupcakes in a box with recipe sheets.    

Please wear old clothes.   

Suitable for children aged 6 upwards.

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Little Red Riding Hood Puppet Show

Date :
30 Oct 2024

Ireland’s travelling marionette theatre, Moon & Sixpence, presents a cheeky version of Red Riding Hood, featuring the classic fairy-tale characters, joined by a talking dustbin, who encourages children to pick up litter. The production, lasting fifty minutes, is performed live, with string puppets, music and sound effects and draws plenty of audience participation, as much from adults as from children. The Moon & Sixpence version of this well-loved Charles Perrault story includes a moral in the tale, showing the importance of helping others.

The Moon & Sixpence Puppet Theatre is Ireland’s only travelling marionette (string puppet) theatre. This energetic and passionate team of artists, actors and craftspeople re-interprets traditional fairy tales with a modern twist, delivering a moral in each story for Irish children and families. Using 12″ marionettes, vibrant backdrops and lifelike props, the Dublin-based group have excited audiences since 1983. Their live performances and audience engagement have been the toast of schools, libraries and arts festivals from Donegal to Dingle and in venues as diverse as an Air Corps aircraft hanger and as Christmas entertainment at Áras on Uachtaráin.

“Highly commended as taste-forming theatre for tots” – The Irish Times

‘Extremely entertaining; one was inclined to forget that the characters were puppets.’
‘The characters were hilarious and the intricacy of the movement of the marionettes really captivated the audience.’ 

‘Good entertainment is timeless. The children were totally engaged by, and with, the show.’
‘Absolutely brilliant show brought my 7 year old son and Laughed all the way through!’

Suitable for children aged 4-10 years old.    

Children should bring their favourite cushion to sit on.

Book Now

 

The Séamus Ennis Arts Centre
Main St, Naul
Naul Village
Co. Dublin, K32 AY27
Tel : (01) 802 0898