12:30 - 15:30 | Wed 28 - Fri 30 October 2026, Families

CANCELLED: Halloween Crafts: Spooky Origami!

Admission Free | Booking Required

Crafting at the National Museum at Turlough Park

Visitor notice - We regret to advise visitors that the planned Halloween events at the National Museum of Ireland, Turlough Park, have been reduced this year due to ongoing industrial action. Unfortunately, some of our popular seasonal activities will not take place this year, including the Halloween workshops, storytelling tours and both the indoor and outdoor Halloween trails.

However, we are open throughout the Midterm holidays and admission, as always, is free. We welcome everyone to enjoy a family day out this Midterm with our award-winning exhibition galleries, autumn walks in the beautiful gardens of Turlough Park, the woodland playground, the Greenway cycle route, the café in the courtyard and the gift shop.

Get creative this Halloween with a frightfully fun arts and crafts session led by artist Lindsay McConnell!

Using just paper, scissors, glue and a little clever folding, participants will create their own fang-tastic Halloween decorations to take home. Choose between making a scary skull or a petrifying pumpkin - complete with a moving mouth that opens and closes.

Perfect for families, this hands-on workshop is a great way to unleash your creativity and celebrate the Halloween season.

There are three sessions available to book, with each workshop lasting approximately 45 minutes.

Please note: All materials are provided. Children must be accompanied by an adult and supervised throughout the activity.

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Dates and Times Available

Wednesday 28 October 12:30 / 14:00 / 15:30
Thursday 29 October 12:30 / 14:00 / 15:30
Friday 30 October 12:30 / 14:00 / 15:30

Related Experiences:

Visitor notice - We regret to advise visitors that the planned Halloween events at the National Museum of Ireland, Turlough Park, have been reduced this year due to ongoing industrial action. Unfortunately, some of our popular seasonal activities will not take place this year, including the Halloween storytelling tours and both the indoor and outdoor Halloween trails.

However, we are open throughout the Midterm holidays and admission, as always, is free. We welcome everyone to enjoy a family day out this Midterm with our award-winning exhibition galleries, autumn walks in the beautiful gardens of Turlough Park, the woodland playground, the Greenway cycle route, the café in the courtyard and the gift shop.

What You’ll Experience

A workshop with plenty of hands-on activities and Halloween-inspired creations

Who Is This Activity For?

Children aged five to 11 years accompanied by a parent/guardian

Location

National Museum of Ireland
Turlough Park, Castlebar, Co. Mayo, F23 HY31

Accessibility Information

This activity is wheelchair accessible

Booking Information

Free admission
Booking required

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to book in advance?
Yes. This is a free guided activity, booking required.

Is there parking available?
Yes - the Museum has a free public carpark. However, the carpark can fill up at busy times such as the Halloween Midterm. When this happens, cars will not be able to access Turlough Park until parking spaces are available again.

Is this suitable for young children?
Yes - Children must be fully supervised by a parent or responsible adult.

Where do I start and finish the activity?
At the Reception area in the Museum galleries and they will direct you to the workshop space

Are the Halloween trails available this year at Turlough Park?
Unfortunately, some of our popular seasonal activities will not take place this year, including the Halloween storytelling tours and both the indoor and outdoor Halloween trails. This is due to ongoing industrial action. Find out about things to do this autumn at the National Museum in Turlough Park.

Location:

CANCELLED: Halloween Crafts: Spooky Origami! is located at:
Turlough Park,
Castlebar,
Co. Mayo
F23 HY31

Enjoy some crafting activities inspired by all things Halloween!