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Halloween

This is your one-stop shop for all things Halloween in Dublin. From crazy costume ideas to petrifyingly perfect parties and event inspiration, we Dubs just love to get in the spirit when it comes to the spookiest bank holiday of the year. Or perhaps you'd like to know where Dublin's most haunted spots are? Read on...if you dare....

Destruction of Dublin pitch not 'isolated incident' club warns after bonfire
Crime
Daniel Ennis, the vice chairman of East Wall Bessborough FC., was notified by a club parent about the bonfire late on Halloween night - and prayed that the damage was minimal
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Young teen critical in Dublin hospital after allegedly hit on head with nailed baseball bat
Beaumont Hospital
A source said: “It was a brutal and shocking attack, nothing but pure badness"
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Football pitch set alight as Dublin Fire Brigade shares interactive map of Halloween bonfires
Dublin Fire Brigade
At one point, firefighters received "approximately one emergency call every 70 seconds"
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In photos: Dubliners impress with brilliant costumes during Halloween 2023
Halloween
There were some amazing costumes around the capital last night
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In photos: Dublin Fire Brigade responds to Halloween bonfires with over 100 emergencies recorded
Dublin Fire Brigade
Halloween is always one of Dublin Fire Brigade's busiest days of the year
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Top tips on keeping cats and dogs safe on 'terrifying' Halloween night
Halloween
Fireworks, doorbell ringing and bangers easily spook animals on Halloween but a few precautions can minimise their anxiety
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Halloween 2023 recap of celebrations from across Dublin
Dublin Fire Brigade
Halloween is, traditionally, one of the DFBs busiest days of the year
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Gardai seize thousands worth of illegal fireworks in north Dublin
An Garda Siochana
29 boxes of multi-fire fireworks were uncovered by Gardai on Monday
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Aldi issues emergency recall of Halloween product due to safety concern
Aldi
There are approximately 1,536 affected products in Ireland
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'I quit my job as a mortician to become a ghost hunter'
TikTok
Beckie-Ann first took an interest in ghosts while studying biology
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Halloween 2023: Meet Ireland's little-known folklore Boogeyman who terrified children
Halloween
Many might not remember hearing about Bodach growing up, but the terrifying character from Irish folklore is enough to send chills down your spine
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Doctor's warning about small Halloween sweets that 'stop kids from breathing'
Halloween
Experts from a paediatrics office have been reviewing sweets to determine whether they're actually a treat or a fatal trick
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Late Late Show: Daniel O'Donnell opens up about working with Sinead O'Connor and performs duet with Patrick Kielty
The Late Late Show
Singer Daniel O'Donnell opened up about working with Sinead O'Connor as fans praised Patrick Kielty again
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John Connors vows to make his mother proud after her recent passing
Celebs
John opened up how he's doing following the death of his beloved mum Kathleen just a few months ago
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Vote for your favourite carved pumpkin this Halloween
What's On Competitions
It's time to cast your vote. Help us choose the best pumpkin.
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Bram Stoker Festival is coming to Dublin with plenty of fangtastic activities
Halloween
The Bram Stoker Festival is inviting Dubliners to embrace the macabre during the spookiest time of the year
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Free spooky fun at Liffey Valley's 'Day of the Dead Kiddie Disco' this Halloween
Halloween
The disco and other free family friendly events are taking place from October 28 to November 1
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Halloween in Dublin down through the years
Halloween
Let's take a look back and get some Halloween costume and decor inspiration from previous celebrations
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Dublin Zoo hosting spooktacular Halloween events with free entry for children in costume
Dublin Zoo
Visitors can get their children dressed up in costumes for free from October 28 to 30
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Dealz recalls thousands of Halloween ghost decorations over injury risk
Dealz
Almost 4,000 of the 'Hanging Ghost' decorations have been bought throughout Ireland
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Dublin pub of the week: 'Eleanora's is perfect for pints after looking for Drimnagh castle ghost'
Dublin Pubs
Whether you're looking for post-spooky experience pints or casual lunch, Eleanora's is a great place to visit
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No ghost hunting at Drimnagh Castle this Halloween due to renovation works
Drimnagh
The Drimnagh Castle team will announce how long the restorations will take soon
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Submit your best carved pumpkin for a chance to win
Halloween
Halloween is just around the corner and we want to see your pumpkin carving skills!
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Halloween Flea Market with 'unconventional' vendors coming to Dublin city centre
Halloween
There will be dozens of vendors selling handmade clothes, jewellery, arts and crafts, herbal smokes and gifts
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