Seamus Ennis Arts Centre, The Soul of Samhain
The Seamus Ennis Arts Centre, The Naul, Fingal, Co. Dublin K32 AY27
The Soul of Samhain is a month-long Samhain programme at the Seamus Ennis Arts Centre inspired by their rich storytelling heritage, folklore and mythology.
October begins with a Harvest Food Fair including Fingal Food Circle. Other events include Herbs, Hexes and Halloween plus Samhain themed singing sessions, focussing on the deep storytelling origins of the songs.
Choose from workshops connected to the archaeology and mythology of Fourknocks a megalithic monument and the folklore of Irish Whiskey. There’s an Irish language horror movie for adults, a horror movie for kids as Gaeilge, plus Samhain inspired film and craft workshops for children. Anyone want to make an owl mask? Hear author John Robb talking on the linkage between Goth culture and Halloween.
Flipbook Animation Workshop (8-13 years)
Draiócht Theatre, The Blanchardstown Centre, Blanchardstown, Fingal, D15 RYX6
https://www.draiocht.ie/whats-on/freaky-flipbook-animation-workshop
Embrace the spookiest season at a free 90-minute Freaky Flipbook Workshop on Saturday 18th October where you’ll craft animations starring your favourite Halloween monsters. Ideal for budding artists and animation fans, these hands-on workshops introduce children to the art of hand-drawn animation, bringing their monstrous visions to life. Home of Halloween at Draiocht Theatre Fingal (11am-12.30pm and 1.30-3pm). Ages 8-13
Led by the award-winning team from Speak Broccoli, known for their expertise in stop-motion and flipbook animations, this session includes live demonstrations, easy-to-follow drawing guides, and engaging hands-on activities. All materials are provided and children will leave with their very own flipbook – a perfect keepsake from a spellbinding day.
Monster Doodle Family Day (4-9 years)
Draiócht Theatre, The Blanchardstown Centre, Blanchardstown, Fingal, D15 RYX6
https://www.draiocht.ie/whats-on/monster-doodle-family-day
At this Halloween Monster drawing session on Tuesday 28th October, you will work together to create a gang of crazy, scary, funny, furry, four eyed, many legged, slimy, spiky monsters! Will they have big teeth, no teeth, magic powers, wings, horns, tails … with the magic powers of your pencil we shall find out!
Dress for Mess. Unless otherwise stated workshops are designed for children from 4-9 years, though younger and older siblings are welcome to take part. Please be aware that Draíocht’s Family Days are not designed for groups. All children must be accompanied by an adult … and all adults must be accompanied by a child! Draiócht Theatre part of Ireland Home of Halloween in Fingal.