Every Halloween, The Boyne Valley transforms into a captivating destination during the mid-term break. This stunning corner of Ireland is known as the home of Halloween with legend telling us that the ancient festival of Samhain began on the Hill of Ward (Thlachtga) in Athboy thousands of years ago. This Halloween, our region provides a perfect backdrop for families and visitors seeking both spooky thrills and a taste of Ireland’s rich heritage. As the autumn chill sets in, the Boyne Valley comes alive with Halloween events including the Spirits of Meath Halloween Festival, The Púca Festival, Lú Festival of Light and Samhain Festival of food and culture. Stay a night or 3 and enjoy all of what our region has to offer this mid-term! Here are our top offers
The Ardboyne Hotel
Enjoy a spooky visit this Halloween with the Ardboyne Hotel and Navan Adventure Centres Pumpkin & Fun Festival. This package includes overnight accommodation in their luxurious bedrooms, with newly refurbished superior family rooms available, a full Irish Breakfast with a selection of hot and cold options, a 3 Course Evening Meal for all the Family and tickets to the Pumpkin & Fun Package at Navan Adventure Centre! From only €221 per family! Find out more here.
Bellinter House
This mid-term, why not plan a stay at the beautiful Bellinter House and enjoy their Emerald Park Package. This includes overnight accommodation included with Full Irish Breakfast served in Preston Restaurant as well as all access Tickets to Emerald Park! From only €222 per family. Find out more here.
The Castle Arch Hotel
Experience the enchanting world of Celtic mythology at the Púca Festival in Trim. A magical celebration of folklore, music, and art. Stay at The Castle Arch Hotel, just steps away from all the festivities, and enjoy delicious dining options, and top-notch amenities. Immerse yourself in the mystical atmosphere of the festival and make unforgettable memories. Their Púca package includes overnight accommodation in their luxurious bedrooms, a full Irish Breakfast with a selection of hot and cold options, a 3 Course Evening Meal and a discount code to the Big Top Events! All of this from only €184 per family. Find out more here.
City North Hotel
Take a break away this mid-term to City North Hotel with 1 night dinner, Bed and Breakfast in a deluxe family room and a family pass to Emerald Park. Packages are based on 2A&2C. Their spacious family rooms can accommodate up to two adults and two children, each room has one queen and two single beds. Children activities also include the outdoor children's playground as well as the cinema club during mid-term. All of this for only €336 per family. Find out more here.
Darnley Lodge Hotel
Stay at the home of Halloween in Athboy this year at the Darnley Lodge Hotel. Enjoy 1 night B&B plus tickets to Pooka Spooka, based on 2 adults & 2 children for only €236. Find out more here.
Dunboyne Castle Hotel
Enjoy a Bed & Breakfast family stay for up to 2 adults and 2 children at Dunboyne Castle this mid-term. Their family room consists of 1 double and 1 single. Camp-beds and cots are available on request and are subject to availability. Their family package includes overnight accommodation in a family room for up to 2 adults and 2 children (under 12), a delicious continental and full Irish breakfast, two kids under 12 are included for a main course dish from Kids Menu when dining with adults (additional charge for adult meals applies), a kids welcome pack and Dunboyne Castle fairy trail with special clues and prizes. All of this from only €280 per family. Find out more here.
The Headfort Arms Hotel
Base yourself in the heritage town of Kells this mid-term and check in to the Headfort Arms hotel. Enjoy one nights bed and breakfast in a family room from only €169 per family. Find out more here.
Knightsbrook Hotel
Stay close to all the action at Knightsbrook Hotel this mid-term break. Check in on their Púca package and enjoy overnight accommodation, a full Irish Breakfast, a main course dish per person and a discount Code for selected Puca events. All from only €202 per family. Find out more here.
The Newgrange Hotel
Enjoy a spooky visit this Halloween with the Ardboyne Hotel and Navan Adventure Centres Pumpkin & Fun Festival. This package includes overnight accommodation in their luxurious bedrooms, with newly refurbished superior family rooms available, a full Irish Breakfast with a selection of hot and cold options, a 3 Course Evening Meal for all the Family and tickets to the Pumpkin & Fun Package at Navan Adventure Centre! From only €191 per family! Find out more here.
The Glenside Hotel
Bring a family of two adults and two children to The Glenside Hotel outside Drogheda for Halloween Midterm and enjoy the many of the wonderful activities that the Spirits of Meath Halloween Festival offers. Enjoy a stay in one of our comfortable family bedrooms which includes a Double Bed, Single Bed and either camp bed/cot. Enjoy a Full Irish Breakfast for the entire family. From only €160 per family. Find out more here.
The Hamlet Court Hotel
Stay in the pretty village of Johnstown bridge in the Hamlet Court Hotel and stay in one of their spacious family rooms. Bed and Breakfast during the mid-term break starts at just €235 per family. Find out more here.
Johnstown Estate
Enjoy some frighteningly good fun this Halloween at The Johnstown Estate and treat your family to a luxury stay. Choose from their elegant spacious family rooms or a luxury self-catering lodge located on the Estate grounds. At the Johnstown Estate, there is lots of spooky fun and relaxation on offer. Take a stroll through the Estate’s 120 acres of enchanted parkland and get swept away in the magic and fun of the fairy trail. Little guests can enjoy our Halloween Kids club with lots of spooky storytelling, arts and crafts, and baking terrific treats with their Chef. All of this from only €339 per family. Find out more here.
The Marcy Hotel
Enjoy a stay at the beautiful March Hotel this mid-term! Check into one of their newly refurbished family rooms and enjoy the Lú Festival of Light right outside the front door! Bed and Breakfast starts at €309 for the entire family. Find out more here.
Trim Castle Hotel
Discover seasonal treats galore from a Halloween experience at Emerald Park, The Púca Festival, lots of creepy activities at Causey Farm, and so much more. Their Halloween package includes a two-night stay in a spacious family room with breakfast each morning. Additionally, you can enjoy a two-course dinner at The Bailey Brasserie and a picnic lunch for your adventures. Two-nights’ Accommodation, full Irish Breakfast, a picnic lunch and a two-course dinner, all for only €495 per family. Find out more here.
The Boyne Valley offers a unique blend of history, myth, and Halloween excitement that can’t be found anywhere else in the world! Whether you're exploring ancient ruins, carving pumpkins with your family, or embarking on a Halloween adventure, the region promises an unforgettable Halloween mid-term break. With its deep roots in Samhain and its vibrant modern celebrations, Halloween in the Boyne Valley is a magical and spine-tingling experience that will delight visitors of all ages. We can’t wait to welcome you.
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