What's on
Dr David Coleman - Ready for Anything: Building Emotional Resilience in Children and Teenagers
Learn how you can help today's children and teenagers discover that they can survive adversity, and thrive afterwards.
Tuesday 20 October 2026, 8pm, Age Rating: 18+
Samhain Festival 26 at VISUAL: Spooky Scavenger Hunt
A frightfully fun adventure for all ages, where sharp eyes, brave hearts and a little bit of detective work are all you need!
Thursday 22 October - Sunday 1 November (closed Bank Holiday Monday)
Samhain Festival 26 at VISUAL: The Last Witch Bridget Cleary
A powerful, solo storytelling piece based on the true story of Ireland’s last witch burning.
Thursday 22 October 2026, 8pm | Age Rating: 12+
Samhain Festival 26 at VISUAL: A Special Samhain We Go On
Explore the boundaries between reality and imagination with writer Clifton Redmond.
Friday 23 October 2026, 2pm – 3.30pm
Samhain Festival 26 at VISUAL: Have A Gawk: The Spooky Edition
Uncover the stories, ideas and hidden meanings within the exhibitions at VISUAL.
Friday 23 October 2026, 2pm – 3.30pm
Samhain Festival 26 at VISUAL: FIRE NIGHT featuring VolkiDána
Experience VolkiDána’s thrilling outdoor spectacle of fire, folklore and larger-than-life performance for all the family.
Friday 23 October 2026, 7.30pm
Samhain Festival 26 at VISUAL: Primary School Movie Morning and Costume Competition: CoCo
A music-loving boy journeys through the Land of the Dead to uncover his family's hidden past and follow his dream of becoming a musician.
Friday 23 October 2026, 10am, Age Rating: PG
Samhain Festival 26 at VISUAL: Úlla Búlla concert with Ríona Sally Hartman & band
Discover brand-new children’s music blending Irish, jazz and improvisation in a fun, creative and interactive show for all the family.
Saturday 24 October 2026, 12pm + 1.30pm
Samhain Festival 26 at VISUAL: Samhain Yoga with Connie Byrne
Embrace the turning of the year with a gentle morning of movement, mindfulness and breath.
Saturday 24 October 2026, 10am – 11am
Samhain Festival 26 at VISUAL: Stories from the Shadows
Journey into the shadows this Samhain for spooky stories, strange sounds and eerie tales, perfect for the young and young-at-heart.
Sunday 25 October 2026, 1.30pm, 2.30pm, 4pm | Ages: 5+
Samhain Festival 26 at VISUAL: Family Fun Day
Celebrate Samhain with a packed afternoon of free family fun, from fancy dress and scavenger hunts to art, strawcraft, disco, storytelling and more!
Sunday 25 October 2026, 2pm – 5pm
Samhain Festival 26 at VISUAL: Strawcraft Workshops
Embrace traditional Irish craft this Samhain and get creative with straw at Carlow College!
Sunday 25 October 2026, Adults: 2pm – 3pm, All Ages: 3.30pm – 5pm