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Spooky Family Fun Looking to entertain the kids over the midterm break? From the frightful to the delightful, here’s our pick of the best Halloween happenings… THE “BOO” EXPERIENCE
Leahy’s Open Farm, Dungourney, Co. Cork Leahy’s Open Farm play host to The ‘Boo’ Experience this Halloween, a fun family day out where both kids and parents are encouraged to dress up. There’s a haunted hay ride through the working farm, and a spooky witch’s lair where little ones can help the witch weave a magic spell by gathering the special ingredients. There’s even a “witches wiggle” disco that the little ones will love.
The ‘Boo’ Experience takes place from 1.30pm to 4.30pm daily, from October 24th to November 1st. €3 per child, plus farm admission, advance booking required. Phone 021 4668461, email info@leahysopenfarm.ie, or see leahysopenfarm.ie for more information.
The Boo Experience
The Nightmare Realm
THE NIGHTMARE REALM Albert Quay, Cork
Strictly for big kids, this over 13s fright fest is without a doubt Ireland’s most horrifying Halloween attraction. Participants wind their way through the special effects laden “rotten village”, passing through such gruesome scenes as a Victorian morgue and a bloody abattoir, while a cast of 26 skilled actors create the illusion of menace and terror while trying to entice guests into interactive rooms
for ever more heart-stopping experiences. Unforgettably gruesome good fun! The Nightmare Realm is open daily from October 2nd to November 1st. From €13 students/€15 adults, advance booking is essential, group bookings are welcome. Phone 021 2339043, or see thenightmarerealm.ie for bookings or more information.
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