Best Halloween and October Mid-Term Activities for Kids in Ireland 2026

<p>October mid-term is just around the corner, and if you're looking for ways to keep the kids entertained — whether it's Halloween-themed fun, sports camps, drama workshops, or creative arts — there's plenty happening across Ireland this year.</p>

<h2>Halloween Drama Camps — PlayAct Drama School (Dublin)</h2> <p>If your child loves drama and performance, PlayAct's Halloween Drama Camps are a brilliant option. Running in two Dublin locations — <strong>Dun Laoghaire</strong> and <strong>Crumlin</strong> — these camps give kids the chance to throw themselves into acting, improvisation, storytelling and creative play in a fun, screen-free environment.</p> <p>PlayAct was recently featured in the Irish Times for the impact drama has on children's confidence and self-expression — and their Halloween camps are a great introduction to performing arts for kids who've never done drama before.</p> <p><strong>Ages:</strong> 6–15 | <strong>Locations:</strong> Dun Laoghaire and Crumlin, Dublin</p> <p><a href="/activities?location=Dublin">Browse PlayAct listings on KidsCraic →</a></p>

<h2>October Football Camp — Powerleague (Dublin)</h2> <p>For sports-mad kids, Powerleague's October Football Camp at their Spawell venue in Templeogue is worth checking out. Powerleague is one of Ireland's best-known football facility operators, and their kids' camps combine skill development with plenty of game time in a professional environment.</p> <p><strong>Ages:</strong> Kids and teens | <strong>Location:</strong> Spawell, Templeogue, Dublin 6W</p> <p><a href="/activities?location=Dublin">Browse Powerleague listings on KidsCraic →</a></p>

<h2>Teddy On The Broomstick — Wexford Arts Centre</h2> <p>For a magical Halloween theatre experience, Wexford Arts Centre is bringing <strong>Teddy On The Broomstick</strong> to the stage — a perfect show for younger children looking for Halloween fun with a gentle, theatrical twist. Wexford Arts Centre runs a fantastic programme of children's shows and creative activities throughout the year.</p> <p><strong>Location:</strong> Wexford Town, Co. Wexford</p> <p><a href="/activities?location=Wexford">Browse Wexford Arts Centre listings on KidsCraic →</a></p>

<h2>More October Mid-Term Ideas</h2> <p>Beyond Halloween-specific activities, October mid-term is a great time to try something new — whether that's fencing, gymnastics, dance, or art classes. Many providers across Ireland run special mid-term workshops or have open spaces in their regular classes during the week.</p> <p><a href="/activities">Browse all activities on KidsCraic →</a></p>

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