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Halloween at Dublinia returns from Tuesday 27 to Friday 30 October 2026, inviting families to discover the magical and mysterious side of Dublin's Viking and medieval past.
Make your Halloween visit easier by pre-booking at Q-Park Christchurch, conveniently located just a short walk from Dublinia. Visitors can enjoy 10% off pre-booked parking with discount code SPOOKY10, making it easier to explore one of Dublin's most fascinating family attractions.
This October mid-term, Dublinia is hosting a series of magical workshops where visitors can create their own spell jars and medieval-inspired wands. Combining hands-on activities with fascinating history, Halloween at Dublinia is an ideal experience for families looking for something different this spooky season.
Dates: Tuesday 27 – Friday 30 October 2026
Workshop times: 11am – 3pm daily
Location: Dublinia, St Michael's Hill, Christchurch, Dublin 8
Activities: Spell Jar Making and Wand Making Workshops
Age guidance: Children aged 7+ accompanied by an adult
Admission: Workshops included with standard Dublinia admission
Nearest parking: Q-Park Christchurch
If you're travelling into Dublin for Halloween at Dublinia, Q-Park Christchurch is the nearest Q-Park car park, providing convenient parking just a short walk from the attraction.
Located at 2 Werburgh Street, Dublin 8, Q-Park Christchurch is ideally positioned for visitors heading to Dublinia and Christ Church Cathedral.
From the car park, simply walk towards Christ Church Cathedral and continue to Dublinia on St Michael's Hill. The journey takes approximately 3–5 minutes on foot, making it particularly convenient for families visiting with children.
Parking at Q-Park Christchurch also provides easy access to Dublin Castle, St Patrick's Cathedral, Temple Bar and the historic Liberties neighbourhood, allowing you to make the most of your day in Dublin.
Pre-book your parking at Q-Park Christchurch and enjoy convenient access to Dublinia's Halloween workshops.
Discount code: SPOOKY10
Discount: 10% off pre-booked parking
Recommended car park: Q-Park Christchurch, Dublin 8
Simply enter SPOOKY10 at checkout when booking online to receive your parking discount.
This Halloween, Dublinia is bringing medieval magic to life with four days of interactive workshops, creative activities and historical discovery.
Visitors can take part in special activities inspired by the beliefs and traditions of medieval Dublin while exploring the museum's fascinating Viking and medieval exhibitions.
On Tuesday 27 and Wednesday 28 October, visitors can discover the medieval tradition of creating charms and magical objects believed to bring good fortune.
During the Spell Jar Making Workshops, participants will create their own magical keepsakes using crystals, herbs and natural materials.
Learn about the traditional meanings associated with ingredients such as amethyst, rose quartz and rosemary, before taking your finished spell jar home as a Halloween souvenir.
On Thursday 29 and Friday 30 October, Dublinia invites visitors to design and create their own medieval-inspired magical wands.
Choose from a selection of craft materials while discovering stories about the charms, rituals and supernatural beliefs of the medieval world.
These family-friendly workshops offer a creative way to celebrate Halloween while learning more about Dublin's fascinating history.
Alongside the Halloween workshops, visitors can explore Dublinia's interactive exhibitions, which bring more than 1,000 years of Dublin's history to life.
Discover how Vikings lived, worked and traded in Dublin, explore reconstructed medieval streets and learn about the everyday lives of the city's inhabitants.
From Viking homes and marketplaces to medieval crime, punishment and medicine, Dublinia provides an entertaining and educational experience for visitors of all ages.
For an additional highlight during your visit, discover the views from St Michael's Tower, offering a unique perspective over Dublin's historic city centre.
The tower is reached by stairs and is not wheelchair accessible, so visitors should check accessibility information before planning their visit.
The Halloween workshops take place between 11am and 3pm from 27 to 30 October 2026.
All workshop materials are provided, and participation is included with a standard Dublinia admission ticket. No separate workshop booking is required, although places are limited and participation is subject to availability.
Dublinia is open daily from 10am to 5pm during October, with last admission at 4pm. Visitors should allow approximately 90 minutes to explore the exhibitions, with additional time for Halloween activities.
For further information and admission tickets, visit the official Dublinia Halloween event page.
Q-Park Christchurch is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, providing convenient entry and exit throughout your visit.
Whether you're visiting Dublinia for the Halloween workshops or spending the rest of the day exploring Dublin City Centre, pre-booked parking allows you to enjoy your visit at your own pace.
Halloween is a fantastic time to explore Dublin, with its historic streets, cultural attractions and seasonal entertainment offering plenty for families to discover.
After your visit to Dublinia, explore nearby Christ Church Cathedral, Dublin Castle and St Patrick's Cathedral, or enjoy the shops, cafés and restaurants around Temple Bar and the Liberties.
With Q-Park Christchurch just a short walk from Dublinia, visitors can enjoy convenient city centre parking and make the most of their Halloween day out.
Pre-book your parking online and use code SPOOKY10 to save 10% on your visit.
Tuesday 27 – Friday 30 October 2026
Halloween Workshops: 11am – 3pm
Dublinia, St Michael's Hill, Christchurch, Dublin 8
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