5 Things to do in Dublin this Weekend (25/10/24 - 27/10/24)
This weekend, enjoy 5 fun Halloween activities: explore Dublin's dark history on the Dark Dublin Walking Tour, help find Dracula at EPIC Museum, join the Life, Disease, and Death tour at Collins Barracks, and check out spooky shows for all ages!
The weather forecast
Friday night will be mostly dry with clear spells, though a few isolated patches of light rain and drizzle may occur. Temperatures will fall to between 4 and 9°C, with mist and fog forming in light winds.
Saturday will start mostly dry, with occasional light rain and drizzle in some areas. During the afternoon, more persistent rain will move in from the west and northwest, becoming more scattered as it spreads. Temperatures will reach 12-15°C, with light to moderate southwesterly winds.
Sunday will be mostly dry with sunny intervals throughout the morning and afternoon. However, rain will arrive in western regions later in the afternoon and gradually spread southeast by evening. Temperatures will peak at 12-15°C, with a wet and mild night to follow.
The Haunting of Gusty Nook
To kick off this bank holiday weekend, in association with Axis Ballymun, MORB presents The Haunting of Gusty Nook, a thrilling and hilarious new show for the coolest, bravest, and smartest kids! In the strange town of Gusty Nook, brave Belinda—who can see and talk to ghosts—must confront the spooky monsters causing chaos. With a quirky cast of characters and a mix of comedy and spooky thrills, this show helps kids learn how to face their fears. It’s the perfect adventure for young audiences this October, funded by the Arts Council of Ireland.
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Halloween family tour at The Irish Emigration Museum
For an exciting Saturday activity, consider visiting EPIC, The Irish Emigration Museum, where Irish author Bram Stoker’s famous character Dracula has "escaped" from his book in the Storytelling Gallery and hides in the museum’s vaults. Families are invited to help track him down and return him to the pages from which he came. It’s an interactive and engaging experience, perfect for those looking to combine fun with a bit of literary history this weekend.
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Dark Dublin walking tour
For a thrilling experience this Saturday, why not join the Dark Dublin Walking Tour, perfectly paired with the Bram Stoker Festival? Explore Dublin’s chilling history of ancient rites, body snatching, murders, rebellions, and hauntings. It’s a spine-tingling journey through the city’s gothic past, paying tribute to Dublin-born Bram Stoker, the famed author of Dracula. Prepare to uncover the dark side of Dublin—if you dare!
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October tours at NMI - Decorative Arts & History
If you're drawn to the darker side of history this Sunday, consider joining the Life, Disease, and Death tour at Collins Barracks. This eerie experience delves into the grim realities of disease, death, and ghostly tales throughout history. Perfect for those seeking gloom and gore, this chilling tour is a special offering for the spooky season. No booking is required, but spaces are limited, so be sure to arrive early! Tours start at Reception.
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A reading of Bram Stoker’s Gibbet Hill
For a spooky Halloween experience, consider attending a public reading of Bram Stoker's recently discovered ghost story, Gibbet Hill, at the atmospheric Blue Salon in Casino Marino on Sunday, 27th October at 3 pm. Free tickets are available through Eventbrite, but booking is essential. Note: Over 16s only and the venue isn't recommended for those with mobility issues.
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