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Spooktacular Halloween Fun at Emerald Park Meath

Get ready for a thrilling and spine-tingling Halloween season at Emerald Park, Ireland’s only theme park and zoo. This year the park is hosting two spooky events that promise to thrill visitors of all ages. From a family-friendly day adventure on the ‘Tricky Trail,’ to the heart-pounding excitement of ‘Emerald Park After Dark,’ Emerald Park’s Halloween festivities have something for everyone young and old this season.

Tricky Trail at Emerald Park (Day Event)

It’s time for another season of fang-tastic Halloween fun here at Emerald Park!

Our well-loved family friendly treasure hunt, Tricky Trail, is back for 2024. Enjoy a frightfully fun family day out and get ready to experience some spooky story telling, eccentric experiments, magical performances and more. There may even be a few frights in store…

Pick up your Tricky Trail map before you embark on a terrific treasure hunt. Collect every lost item along the way, prepare to meet an array of wildly interesting characters and take part in some spooky fun and games…

Find every hidden treasure as you go and there may even be a trick or treat waiting for you at the end of the trail 🎃

Dates

October: 12th, 13th, 19th, 20th, 26th, 27th, 28th, 29th, 30th, 31st

Time: 11:00 – 16:00

Entry to Tricky Trail is included with all park entry tickets on October 12th, 13th, 19th, 20th, and 26th – 31st. Enjoy our open attractions and explore our zoo before heading off to experience the spooktacular Tricky Trail in the park. Remember, to avail of our early bird rate of up to 20% off when you book your tickets before midnight, the night before you visit.

Tricky Trail

Event is included in all entry prices
Ticket type Early bird rate
All Access €43
Junior Zone €39
Child 0-2 Free
Senior citizen €30
Additional needs + carer €25

 

Emerald Park After Dark (Night Event)

Howl-o-ween at Emerald Park is calling as After Dark returns for 2024!

Our thrilliant night event is back and waiting for frightful fun. 

With spooky season upon us, get ready to take on your favourite park attractions at night!

Dare to take on the most thrilling of attractions, such as the legendary Cú Chulainn coaster, Endeavour, The Rotator, Dino Dash, Flight School, Air Race, Power Surge and NEW FOR 2024, the land of Tír na nÓg which includes Na Fianna Force, The Quest, and The Celtic Dreamer. Soar the sky, beware of twists and turns and roar your way through our thrill-seeking attractions this Halloween.

It’s guaranteed to be a ghoulish affair!🙌

Please be aware After Dark is a no scare event.

Dates

October: 25th, 26th, 27th, 28th

Time: 18:30 – 22:00

Last admission: 20:00

Price: avail of our discounted early bird rate and save. This is a limited time offer with limited tickets available.

After Dark prices

Ticket type Early bird rate
GeneralRegular rate €20 €18
MemberRegular rate €15 €13
Additional needsRegular rate €15 €13 with free carer
5-ride photo bookletRegular rate €47 Online rate €30

Visit Emerald Park this Halloween season for a day filled with unforgettable adventures, magical moments, and endless fun for the entire family. Don’t wait – get your tickets now and make this Halloween one to remember!

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Ghostbus Tour Dublin

Ghostbus Tour

Take a Ride on the Fright Side with The Ghostbus

Step inside the world’s first and original Ghostbus and be transported into a world of ghostly happenings, comedy horror, and terrifying histories. The new Ghostbus will drive you into your nightmares, taking in some of Dublin’s most haunting sights along the way. Visit the Hellfire Clubroom and haunted museum downstairs, and play a hand of cards with the devil himself. Next take your seat upstairs in the Victorian Theatre with its blood red velvet curtains and begin a thrilling ride tracing Dublin’s creepiest mysteries. You will be led through this ordeal by a sinister guide and driver, two men in tune with the afterlife, who will do their best to put you at your unease.

Did you know that Dublin was home to one of horror fiction’s most famous names: Dracula author, Bram Stoker? Your creepy host will give you an unnerving insight into his origins as the tour creeps through Dublin’s darkened streets. At the College of Surgeons, a certain Dr. Clossey is still said to roam the corridors carrying a bucket of human entrails.

Having heard some twisted tales aboard the Ghostbus get ready for a lesson in grave robbing and bodysnatching in the grisly surroundings of the haunted graveyard. More grizzly dealings are unleashed at the 12th Century St. Audeon’s Church, where the ghost of Darky Kelly, the madame of Dublin’s notorious Maiden Tower is said to wander restlessly.  Designed to spook your imagination, the spine-tingling, nerve-racking DoDublin Ghostbus Tour will be a journey of hair-raising frights you will never forget.

What you can expect on the Ghostbus Tour

  • Unearth Dr. Clossey’s gruesome past
  • Discover Dracula’s Dublin origins
  • Theatrical experience with professional actor
  • Unravel the mysteries of Dublin’s haunted sites
  • Visit the Medieval steps at St. Audeon’s
  • Visit St Kevin’s Graveyard

Please arrive 15 minutes before the tour departure. Seats that are not filled 15 minutes before hand may be resold

Departure Times:

Tuesday, Friday & Saturday 7pm and 9.30pm

  • Tours are provided in English only and last for two hours
  • The tour may not suit people of a nervous disposition.
  • The DoDublin Ghostbus Tour is suitable for 14yrs and over. Under 16yrs must be accompanied by adult.
  • The DoDublin Ghostbus Tour begins at Dublin Bus Headquarters at O’Connell Street.
  • This tour is not wheelchair accessible
  • The tour does not operate on a Sunday and Bank Holidays
  • The tour operates in a wide variety of weather conditions. Please dress appropriately

Contact and Private Hires

  • The Ghostbus is ideal for office nights out and Christmas/Hen parties.
  • If you’d like to book a private hire please contact: info@dodublin.ie
  • Tours depart from (and drop off at) Dublin Bus Headquarters, 59 Upper O’Connell Street, Dublin 1 R01 RX04
  • Phone 00353 (0)1 7033024

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Ghostbus Kids Tour

Dublin’s Newest and Spookiest Children’s Attraction

Climb aboard Dublin’s spookiest bus – The Dublin Ghostbus – for a kid’s adventure that they’ll never forget. Uncover the dark and horrible side of Dublin’s history and learn of gruesome tales about Dublin’s most infamous fiends;

  • Hear of Mad William and his acquired taste… for human brains!
  • Listen to the story of Dublin’s Count Dracula
  • Discover the spine-chilling secrets of the infamous Dublin Bodysnatchers
  • Learn the terrifying history of Misery Hill and why its name is so apt.

The Ghostbus Tour for kids (starring Dr Ghastly) is aimed at children aged 7-14.

The tour storyteller; Dr Ghastly is a professional actor who will keep you and your kids entertained throughout and make it a memorable day for all!

While the tour does touch on the darker side of Dublin’s past, it also focuses on fun and entertainment, and is not too scary!

 

Ghostbus Kids Tour Information

Admission: 

  • Children/Adults    €20.00
  • Family Tickets (2 Adults + 2 Kids)    €70.00

Departure Times: Saturdays 11:30am & 15:00pm with additional days added for school holidays – please see website for details

Duration: Approx. 90 minutes

Tour Depart: from Bus Stop 271 (Stop 3 on the DoDublin Hop on Hop off Tour) located beside the O`Connell St & Abbey St junction

Please arrive 15 minutes before the tour departure. Seats that are not filled 15 minutes before hand may be resold

Please Note

  • Warning; strobe lighting may be used during tour
  • This tour is not wheelchair accessible
  • Seat belts are provided and must be worn throughout the tour
  • At least one adult must accompany groups of up to 6 kids
  • The tour has been designed for kids aged 7-14 and has been designed to be more fun than scary, however it may not be suitable for children of a sensitive nature.

Online Vouchers may be presented on your phone or can be printed

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