What's On Guide October 2025
The Dead of Night Halloween Festival – Saturday 25 – Friday 31 October
With over 30 events, free or low-cost taking place, Longford town will transform, featuring local artists, performers, and community groups.
Monday 27 – Thursday 30 October – Haunted House at Connolly Barracks.
Monday 27 – Wednesday 29 October – Halloween HQ in Pig Market Lane.
Thursday 30 October – Andrias de Staic with the Latchicos, evening of storytelling and music for adults.
Longford Fire & Shadows Procession: Morrígan’s Revenge - Friday 31 October
Samhain: Fire and Shadows Procession is a grand spectacle in Longford Town, showcasing local artists, performers, and community groups in a celebration of light and shadow. The procession will start at Connolly Barracks at 7.30pm and finish on the Market Square at 9.30pm culminating in a spectacular fire and music finale.
Féile na Samhna at Corlea Trackway, Longford - Saturday 25 October – Saturday 01 November
Saturday 25th October – 3.00pm - 4.30pm: Gruesome masks, spiders, and pumpkins Craft Workshop. Time to get creepy and creative. For ages 5-12. Craft your perfect Samhain mask, pom spiders and pumpkins decorations.
7pm Solstice Choir - a evening of beautiful traditional Irish music and songs.
Sunday 26th October – 3.00pm: Origins of Samhain: Oweynagat The cave of Uaimh na gCat (Oweynagat) Rathcroghan regarded as being the home of Samhain/Halloween, also referred to as Ireland’s Gate to Hell. This talk will offer a special insight into the ancient festival of Samhain.
5.00pm: Púca: Bog of Bewitchment Experience
Monday 27th October – 1.00pm -2.00pm: Deathly Gruesome Mini-Digs (Ages 2-6). Mini archaeological digs for little explorers. Children accompanied by an adult.
3.00pm-4.30pm: Boohoo Scary Dress Ball & Traditional Halloween Games (Ages 2-6) Spine tingling sounds with the hair-raising DJ Fantastic with traditional Halloween games.
Tuesday 28th October – 2.00pm -3.00pm: The Curious Case of the Body in the Bog (6–12-year-olds) Help world renowned Irish Archaeologist Prof Patrick Bones O’Jones and his assistant Ms Ann Robic identify whose body it is by piecing the clues together.
Wednesday 29th October – 11.00am - 12.30pm: Celtic Tree Spirits and Lore – adults only. Craft and lore workshop for adults.
2.00pm-4.00pm: Candlelit Tales - Mythical storytelling session with the renowned Irish Seanachaí’s from Candlelit Tales. Incorporates music, stagecraft, and tales of ancient Irish myths – for all ages.
6.00pm: Samhain Dark Spirits Tour (Adults only). Join our guides for the Dark Spirits Tour of Corlea if you dare.
Thursday 30th October Scealta Beo – Potions Workshop. Learn how to make your own magical potions with the crafty sprites from Scealta Beo- suitable for ages 4 to 12.
Saturday 1st November – 5.00pm: Batwalk with Aine Fenor. Led by Aine Fenor, try to identify bat species, discuss their habitats, and use bat detectors to listen to their echolocation calls.
7pm: Solstice Choir- a evening of beautiful traditional Irish music and songs
To book your place at any of the events in Féile na Samhna Corlea, message Corlea Trackway Visitor Centre on Facebook or call 043 33 22386.
30+ Halloween Club Night – Eden Night Club – Saturday 25 October
LEDJS 30+ Dance Night, sing & relive the hits you love. Fancy Dress optional. Prizes for best dressed. Doors open from 7.30pm, Dancing starts at 8.00pm – 12.00am. Admission €11.70, Admission 18+. Further information is on www.Eventbrite.ie
Backstage Theatre
Thursday 2 October - Cool Runnings – Accessible Cinema, followed by Lasta Short Film Festival. Doors open at 7.45pm, starts at 8.00pm. Admission €5.
Friday 3 October - Ham Sandwiches and Discipline Show starts at 8.00pm (no interval), Ages 6+. Admission €12.
Saturday 4 October - Lasta Double Bill – Forbidden Fruit / It’s F-. Doors open at 7.45pm, starts at 8.00pm. Admission €12.
Saturday 11 October - Sounds of the Blue Book - Doors open at 7.45pm, starts at 8.00pm. Admission €20.
Friday 18 October - BTG An Evening Of One Acts - Starts at 8.00pm. Admission €15 / €12
Tuesday 21 October - By The Light Of The Slivery Moon - Post Primary School Bookings for 11.00am for Ages 12+. Additional 8.00pm show. Admission €15 / €10.
Wednesday 22 October - The Shape Of Quite Feelings - Show times are, 10.00am, 11.00am, 12.00pm, 1.00pm & 7.00pm. Admission €7.
Thursday 23 October - Ta Tum Tum! - Starts at 10.00am and 12.00pm. Admission is €7
Friday 24 October - The Ultimate Bubble Show - Starts at 6.30pm. Admission is €10.
Sunday 26 October – Sunday 2 November - Evolution Stage School Longford - Shows start on different days at 1pm, 7pm and 7.30pm.
For show details on each show phone: 043 333 47888 or email: www.backstage.ie
Longford Arms Hotel
Thursday 2 October - JivinGym. Beginners class at 7.00pm and Jivercise at 8.15pm. To join visit the Facebook page of Longford Arms Hotel or JivinGym to find the registration link.
Sunday 5 October - David James for an evening of country music and dance. Doors open at 9.00pm, Event to start at 9.30pm. Admission €20.00.
Saturday 11th & Sunday 12th October – Build and Renovate EXPO. Opening Times, Saturday 11.00am – 5.00pm, Sunday 11.00am – 4.00pm. Admission is FREE.
Sunday 19 October - Gerry Guthrie and support act Damian Davis is performing at the Longford Arms Hotel for an evening of country music and dance. Doors open at 9.00pm, Event to start at 9.30pm. Admission €20.00.
Friday 31 October – The After Dark Ball - Halloween Fancy Dress Party Night. Prizes for best costumes. Longford Arms Ballroom, doors open at 9.00pm. Admission €15 ex booking fee. Strictly over 18s.
For show details on each show phone: 043 334 6296 or email reservations@longfordarms.ie
Fabiani Design 2025 - Friday 10 October
Join the team in Fabiani to honour talent, inspiring style an exciting showcase celebrating Ireland’s fashion designers. Hosted by Eddie Shanahan in conversation with some of the best designers, Ireland has to offer. For further information visit: Eventbrite.ie
Ballinamuck Social Dancing – Sunday 26 October
Music by Stuart Moyles from 5.00pm – 7.00pm. This is an evening of dance, socialising, and live music to create a memorable experience. Takes place the last Sunday of each month. Admission €10.00.
Spooky Print Workshop with Sophie Hunt – Lanesboro Library - Wednesday 29 October
90-minute-long workshop, suitable for ages 4+. To register for this event phone 043 33 21291 or e-mail lanesborolibrary@longfordcoco.ie
Mine Craft Halloween Arts & Crafts – Lanesboro Library – Friday 31 October
Visit Lanesboro Library to create some Minecraft themed Halloween decorations.
Suitable for ages 6+. To register for this event phone 043 33 21291 or e-mail lanesborolibrary@longfordcoco.ie
