{"id":8169,"date":"2014-10-16T09:29:24","date_gmt":"2014-10-16T08:29:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/whatsonni.com\/news\/?p=8169"},"modified":"2014-10-16T09:34:11","modified_gmt":"2014-10-16T08:34:11","slug":"armagh-halloween-fest","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/whatsonni.com\/news\/2014\/10\/armagh-halloween-fest\/","title":{"rendered":"ARMAGH HALLOWEEN FEST"},"content":{"rendered":"

Armagh promises frightening levels of fun for the whole family\u00a0this Halloween!<\/strong><\/h1>\n

An eerie spotlight will be cast over the City of Armagh with a fun-filled and spooky themed programme of Halloween and October half-term events to suit all ages. From 15th October to 1st November, visitors can enjoy an outdoor concert, arts & crafts activities, terrifying trails, ghostly tours and chilling dramas.<\/p>\n

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Halloween Concert + Fireworks. <\/strong><\/p>\n

Headline Act: Kian Egan<\/strong><\/p>\n

Mon 27th<\/sup> October @ The Shambles Yard<\/p>\n

As the days draw shorter and the nights grow longer, a spooktacular Halloween party is just what\u2019s needed! An open-air concert and fireworks display with former \u2018Westlife\u2019 star Kian Egan will take place at the Shambles Yard, Armagh on Monday 27th October. Kian will be performing tracks from his newly released debut album and will be supported\u00a0 by \u2018The Hair O\u00a0 The Dawg\u2019 and\u00a0 \u2018The Whistlin\u2019\u00a0 Donkeys\u2019, before the evening ends with a fireworks\u00a0 extravaganza lighting up the October night sky. Set to be a great family night, gates open at 6.00pm. Tickets cost \u00a35.00 and are available at www.armagh.co.uk\/halloweenconcert<\/a> or at Armagh Visitor Information Centre on +44 (0) 28 3752 1800.<\/p>\n

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FAMILY FUN THIS HALLOWEEN<\/strong><\/p>\n

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\"\"<\/a>Family fun is guaranteed at The Navan Centre & Fort, with \u2018Little Spooks\u2019 from Thursday 30th<\/sup> October to Saturday 1st<\/sup> November. Enjoy the shadow puppet show and make your own puppet. Put your nerves to the test as you visit the \u2018Boo Barn\u2019.\u00a0 Watch your step as you tip toe through the \u2018Little Red Riding Hood\u2019 trail.\u00a0 Visit \u2018Frankenstein\u2019s Workshop\u2019 where he will be busy working on experiments and vile potions.\u00a0 He might even be looking for you to have a try… beware!! From Saturday 25th<\/sup> to Sunday 26th<\/sup> October, families can enjoy a weekend of family fun at The Argory\u2019s \u2018Pumpkins and Potions\u2019 event. Come dressed in your most frightening costume and enter the spook shed for some ghoulish tales. Follow the troll, the goblin and the witch on the fantastic Hallowe\u2019en Trail. Carve a pumpkin to take home and join in traditional Hallowe\u2019en activities for all the family. On Tuesday 28th<\/sup> October, Armagh \u2018Planetscarium\u2019 will host a free fun evening\u00a0 with Twilight Rocket Launching, two free theatre shows and spooky arts and crafts and prizes for the best dressed. Pre-booking essential at +44 (0) 28 3752 3689.<\/p>\n

ADULT CHILLS<\/strong><\/p>\n

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The historic Armagh Gaol will open its doors for a series of spooky, special edition Halloween Tours on Fridays & Saturdays from 17th October to 1st November. The Gaol has seen and heard many ghostly goings-on since it closed its doors in 1986, although some would suggest this has been going on for much longer. Built on an old military barracks there have been noises and ghoulish carry-ons within the walls that have seen 3 men executed and many more deaths over its 200 year history. On this special spooky Halloween tour, you will be regaled with the harrowing stories associated with Armagh Gaol\u2019s long history. Pre-booking essential at www.armaghgaoltours.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Be afraid, be very afraid… Halloween Night at Navan promises to be a \u2018horrifying\u2019 experience. Definitely not for the faint hearted! Join the guided walks through what can only be described as hair-raising trails, but perhaps your guide is the scariest of all… Through the bloodcurdling screams, be careful of your surroundings, you never know what\u2019s lurking in the undergrowth, what can pop out from behind a tree, or where your guide is leading you!<\/p>\n

Make the spine chilling visit to The Market Place Theatre this Halloween for thrilling drama\u2019s, including \u2018The Haunters\u2019 on Thursday 30th<\/sup> October and \u2018The Hound of the Baskervilles\u2019 on Saturday 1st<\/sup> November.<\/p>\n

Great Value Breaks<\/strong><\/p>\n

With so many events this Halloween it\u2019s the perfect time to enjoy an overnight break to Armagh with a wide range of accommodation available. Enjoy one night\u2019s dinner bed & breakfast for only \u00a362.50pps at the Armagh City Hotel or stay at the newly refurbished Armagh City Youth Hostel from only \u00a318pps or \u00a348 per family. For full details on accommodation available in Armagh visit www.armagh.co.uk\/stay<\/a>.<\/p>\n

For further information on any events this Halloween contact Armagh Visitor Information Centre on +44 (0) 28 3752 1800 or visit www.armagh.co.uk\/halloween<\/a><\/p>\n

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