Everyone likes a good scare around Halloween and there’s nowhere better than “A Scare in the Park” at Sligo Folk Park on Wednesday 30 th October. It’s packed to the gills with scary skeletons, ghosts, ghouls and (slightly) frightening fun for everyone, particularly 2-12 year olds. It’s a chance for the whole family to dress up in their most creative costume (there's prizes) and enjoy scares, dares and fearsome fare in Riverstown. New this year is the Scarecrow Competition. A tour of the Folk Park takes on a new dimension when Halloween is in the air. There’s something scary around every corner. Watch out for the Mad Doctor in The Forge. Let your hair down at the Monster Jams Disco in the Street. Harry Potter fans will love the chance to enrol at the Hogwarts themed schoolroom. Hear the hair raising tale of the White Lady, the real Folk Park ghost, said to haunt Millview House. Join in some weird and wonderful workshops – make your own skeleton or a Halloween lantern. Get your face painted in a ghoulish manner. Don’t forget to enjoy some toasted marshmallows (not haunted!) and chocolate apples as well as trick or treat sweets and lollies. The “Unshin Witch” will tell (slightly) spinechilling tales in her cottage. The Pumpkin Carving Display is alarming art at its very best and the creepy concoctions of Witches Magic Potions could just cast a spooky spell. Or listen to storytelling in the spooky forest. It’s all for fun though, some tricks (but not many) and plenty of treats for everyone. The Café will also be open for beverages and treats. Scarecrow Competition Everyone is invited to join in the Scarecrow Competition, there’s no entry fee and all ages are welcome to take part. All you have to do is make your own scarecrow (they must be homemade) and bring it to Sligo Folk Park on Thursday 24 th , Friday 25 th or Tuesday 29 th October from 9am-4pm. Make it as an individual, with your family or with a group you’re involved with - a sports team, dance or music group , business or school. All scarecrows will be on display at Scare in the Park and the judging and prize presentation will take place on the day. Entry to Scare in the Park is just €7 per child (buy ticket) and adults are free. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Under two years old are free of charge.

Enjoy the last Summer holiday weekend with the family at Summer In The Park in Sligo Folk Park on Sunday 25th August. It’s easy on the pocket too; an all-inclusive festival where everything is free with your admission ticket, from the BBQ to face painting, arts, music and heritage games. “Summer In The Park is the ideal way to spend the last weekend of the summer holidays”, said Michael Tuohy, Chair Sligo Folk Park, “We wanted to put on a new community foc ussed event where local families can come along and really enjoy a day out at a very reasonable cost”. There’s fun for everyone at Summer In The Park– Mums and Dads can take on the kids at penalty kicks and ring tossing. It’s children only for the U12 tug of war but everyone is needed on the sidelines, roaring their favourite team on. Like everything else, the face painting is free and so is the skipping, skittles, hopscotch and there will be a quiet space for kids with board games. Will you take a turn at tin can alley or marbles? Can you turn your hand to heritage fun like potato picking or turf footing? Have your kids tried traditional food like boxty and colcannon? You can also visit the Fairy village and Folk Park attractions. Nobody knows how to put on good, old-fashioned fun like Sligo Folk Park. Summer In The Park takes place on Sunday 25th August from 1.30-4.30pm. The cost is €10 per adult and €7.50 per child. Prices are all-inclusive – once you have an admission ticket everything is free of charge.

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HO-HO-HO it’s Santatown in Riverstown
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HO-HO-HO it’s Santatown in Riverstown

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HO-HO-HO it’s Santatown in Riverstown

Where’s the best place to meet Santa? In Santatown of course! Come to Sligo Folk Park on Saturday 14th and Sunday 15th December and see it transformed into Santatown with twinkling lights and the Wishing Tree.

By Marie Brouder|November 22nd, 2019|What's On|Comments Off

National Social Enterprise Forum & Expo 2019
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National Social Enterprise Forum & Expo 2019

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National Social Enterprise Forum & Expo 2019

Sligo Folk Park is a 30-year-old social enterprise which celebrates Irish heritage and rural life from the late 19th century and on Friday November 22nd will host the National Social Enterprise Forum & Expo from 10am to 3.30pm. The forum and expo will provide an opportunity for different Social Enterprises located in Ireland to meet [...]

By Marie Brouder|November 21st, 2019|What's On|Comments Off

Scare in the Park
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Scare in the Park

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Scare in the Park

Everyone likes a good scare around Halloween and there’s nowhere better than “A Scare in the Park” at Sligo Folk Park on Wednesday 30th October. It’s packed to the gills with scary skeletons, ghosts, ghouls and (slightly) frightening fun for everyone, particularly 2-12 year olds. It’s a chance for the whole family to dress up in their most creative costume (there's prizes) and enjoy scares, dares and fearsome fare in Riverstown. New this year is the Scarecrow Competition.

By Marie Brouder|September 20th, 2019|What's On|Comments Off

Summer in the Park
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Summer in the Park

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Summer in the Park

Enjoy the last Summer holiday weekend with the family at Summer In The Park in Sligo Folk Park on Sunday 25th August. It’s easy on the pocket too; an all-inclusive festival where everything is free with your admission ticket, from the BBQ to face painting, arts, music and heritage games.

By Marie Brouder|August 13th, 2019|What's On|Comments Off

Teddy Bears will be centre stage at Sligo Folk Park
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Teddy Bears will be centre stage at Sligo Folk Park

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Teddy Bears will be centre stage at Sligo Folk Park

It’s time for all the Teddies to pack up a picnic and bring their children to Sligo Folk Park for the Teddy Bear Picnic. Riverstown will be the Teddy capital of the northwest on Thursday 18th July as mini picnickers and their furry friends have Teddy-themed crafts, fun and games of all sorts. Participants can [...]

By Marie Brouder|July 3rd, 2019|What's On|Comments Off

Riverstown Heritage & Vintage Day 2019
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Riverstown Heritage & Vintage Day 2019

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Riverstown Heritage & Vintage Day 2019

Tickets are now available online for the first time for our 2019 Heritage & Vintage Day on Saturday 1st June 12-5p.m. It promises to be a fantastic day out for all the family from vintage displays, live music by Paul Kelly, crafts demonstrations, heritage games, the farmestival marquee and our new fairy village. Highlights of [...]

By Marie Brouder|May 19th, 2019|What's On|Comments Off

Easter Egg Hunt
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Easter Egg Hunt

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Easter Egg Hunt

We have something Egg’stra special planned for you this Easter. Our Easter Egg Hunts are taking place Tuesday 16th, Wednesday 17th and Thursday 18th April from 12-3pm. Enjoy a fantastic day out for the entire family. The children can enjoy our Arts & Crafts workshops, face painting, meet the Easter bunnie, practice their Easter [...]

By Manager|April 8th, 2019|What's On|Comments Off

Santatown 2018
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Santatown 2018

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Santatown 2018

By Manager|October 26th, 2018|What's On|Comments Off

Haunted Horror House – Scare in the Park
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Haunted Horror House – Scare in the Park

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Haunted Horror House – Scare in the Park

By Manager|October 26th, 2018|What's On|Comments Off

The Past Comes Back to Life
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The Past Comes Back to Life

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The Past Comes Back to Life

Visit our exciting new exhibition at the Sligo Folk Park on Saturday & Sunday, the 22nd and 23rd September. FREE admission. Teas and coffees available.

By Manager|September 12th, 2018|What's On|Comments Off