Terryglass Market tomorrow Nov 8th
Spooktacular Halloween Fun Nearby – Portumna & Nenagh
As the leaves turn and the October chill starts to whisper, there’s plenty of family‑friendly Halloween fun happening close by — great for a day out while staying at Fuchsia Lane Farm! Here’s what’s on in the region:
Halloween at Portumna Castle & Gardens
10 mins drive will bring you to historic Portumna Castle and Gardens where they are marking the spooky season in style. The event runs from **24 October to 2 November 2025**, between **10:00 am and 4:00 pm**.
Here’s what to expect:
– A fun treasure‑hunt format: pick up a quest form at reception, follow the riddles around the site, and be in with a chance to win a goodie‑bag.
– “Guess the weight of the pumpkin” competition and a photo‑contest in costume at the main entrance archway.
– Traditional guided tours of the castle and gardens, offering heritage plus pumpkin‑fun.
Ticketing Visit the Heritage Ireland page for the Halloween event: Halloween at Portumna Castle & Gardens (https://heritageireland.ie/visit/halloween-2025/)
Tip for guests at Fuchsia Lane Farm: It’s a great half‑day outing , aim for late morning so you can enjoy the quest, a leisurely wander in the gardens and still head back for lunch or an early meal in your cottage or in the village.
Spleodar Halloween Arts Festival at Nenagh Arts Centre
On the artsier side of things, the Spleodar Halloween Arts Festival held at the Nenagh Arts Centre (Banba Square, Nenagh) offers a brilliant programme for children, families and creative souls.
Here’s a flavour of the event:
– Workshops and performances including puppet shows, ice‑sculpture demonstrations, Halloween themed art, drumming & choreography — all helping mark the festival’s 25th year.
– The highlight is the spooky parade: at about 6:30 pm the parade sets off from the Arts Centre through the streets of Nenagh, culminating in fireworks at St Joseph’s CBS sports field at around 7:00 pm.
– For younger kids there are art exhibitions, creative drop‑in sessions and free/low‑cost events during the mid‑term break.
Ticketing: See the festival page: Spleodar Halloween Arts Festival (https://spleodar.ie/)
You can also call Nenagh Arts Centre on 067‑34400 for bookings.
Tip for guests at Fuchsia Lane Farm: It is just a 25 mins drive to Nenagh, it makes for a fun evening outing, perhaps attend a workshop or drop in early evening for the parade and fireworks.
Final Thoughts
Whether you pick the historic grandeur and gardens of Portumna or the lively, arty parade and workshop vibe of Spleodar in Nenagh, or even both, you’ve got a couple of excellent Halloween‑period outings within reach.
From our base at Fuchsia Lane Farm, you’re perfectly positioned to make the most of these events and enjoy a memorable autumn break.