The Haunted Trail

This October Malahide Castle & Gardens transforms into Ireland’s most enchanting Halloween destination. The Haunted Trail invites families to embark on a spooky-but-not-scary adventure filled with interactive fun dazzling decorations and unforgettable photo opportunities.
Perfect for younger children yet enjoyable for all ages this accessible 1-kilometre outdoor trail promises magical moments surrounded by twinkling lights eerie sounds and the historic beauty of Malahide Castle. Guests are encouraged to arrive in their own Halloween costumes ready for action and adventure.
What Awaits on The Haunted Trail?
Along the route discover bewitching scenes and interactive encounters:
🕸️ Spider’s Web – Spot the family of spiders weaving their giant web among the trees.
🧙 The Witches’ Kitchen – Peek inside as she stirs her bubbling cauldron of potions.
⚰️ The Haunted Graveyard – Walk carefully through the fog and feel the chilling atmosphere.
👻 Ghost Alley – Watch goofy spirits dance in the breeze and meet Puck Malahide’s resident ghost.
🦇 The Vampires’ Lair – Flickering candlelight and fluttering bats set the scene for spooky fun.
🎃 Pumpkin Patch – Visit the scarecrow and see if you can bring him to life.
🍵 The Mad Hatter’s Tea Party – Step into his eccentric world and enjoy his playful nonsense.

You may also like the following events from Malahide Castle and Gardens:

• This month, 25th October, 04:30 pm, A Traitorous Tale in Dublin
• Next month, 14th November, 05:00 pm, Wonderlights at Malahide Castle in Dublin
• Next month, 28th November, 10:00 am, Santa at Malahide Castle in Dublin