This October, the Medieval Mile Museum is summoning a season of magic, mischief and music to the heart of Kilkenny. Whether you’re chasing chills and thrills with the kids or fancy dancing the night away, there’s plenty to enchant your midterm break.
Magic & Mischief on the Mile
From 28th to 31st October, families with children aged 4 to 14 are invited to step into a world of enchantment with Magic & Mischief at the Medieval Mile Museum. Delivered in collaboration with Home of Halloween and Kilkenny Tourism, this spooktacular event is tailor-made for curious children and brave parents alike.
Step inside the ancient stone walls of the Medieval Mile Museum where shadows whisper and secrets linger… the perfect setting for a Halloween adventure steeped in folklore, fun and frightful surprises.
Each 60 – 75 minute session tricks up:
Spooky Storytelling with The Grim Chronicler, spinning eerie tales of witches, folklore and ghostly goings-on from Kilkenny’s medieval past. Expect flickering lanterns, goosebumps, and a tale or two you’ll never forget. Secure your place… before the witches do!
Potion-Making Workshop, where little witches and wizards can brew their own bubbling concoctions. There’s just enough mystery in the mix to spark wide-eyed wonder.
Claim your potion-making pass while supplies last!
Halloween Scavenger Hunt – Creep through the museum’s nooks and crannies on a quest filled with strange clues and chilling giggles, ending in a trick-or-treat surprise for every child.
Book now… if you dare step inside the Mile!
With spot prizes, themed décor and plenty of frightful fun, Magic & Mischief is set to be one of Kilkenny’s most memorable Halloween happenings. Sessions run twice daily at 10:30am and 2:30pm, but beware, spaces vanish fast, with just 25 children per session.
Cost: €7.50 per child
Dates: 28th, 29th, 30th and 31st October
Daily Times: 10:30 am and 2:30 pm
Ages: 4–14 and their families (children must be supervised).
Book your spooky spot before it disappears into the mist!
Latin Dance Nights – Bachata & Salsa
If ghosts and ghouls aren’t your thing, swap broomsticks for dance shoes! On Wednesday nights in November, the museum transforms into a dance floor for Latin Dance Nights, presented by The Dance Club Kilkenny and supported by Kilkenny County Council and the Department of Culture, Communications and Sport.
Originating in the Dominican Republic, Bachata is known for its soft, romantic rhythm and close partner connection. It’s expressive, smooth, and easy to learn. Salsa, with its roots in Cuban and Afro-Caribbean traditions, is faster and more energetic full of spins, footwork, and joyful movement that lifts the soul. Whether you’ve danced before or you’re stepping out for the first time, these Latin styles bring people together through rhythm, laughter, and pure fun.
• 6:30pm – Bachata: smooth, romantic and full of flow.
• 7:30pm – Salsa: fiery spins and high-energy moves that will lift your spirits.
No partner required, all levels welcome, just bring your best moves (and maybe a little courage).
Cost:
• €12 for one class
• €18 for both classes on the same night
• €45 for all six classes
Dates: 5th, 12th, 19th November
Reserve your spot now and make your November nights sizzle with dance!
A Season of Spells & Steps
This autumn, the Medieval Mile Museum is alive with stories, spirits, and salsa. From eerie legends to sizzling Latin rhythms, we promise a season that’s equal parts spine-tingling and toe-tapping. And as always, our tours continue, whether you choose a guided tour, explore at your own pace with our interactive self-guided experience, or set out on a Medieval Mile walking tour. There’s no better way to encounter history than along the Medieval Mile in the golden glow of the autumn, with plenty of things to do in Kilkenny this autumn.
Dare to join us? Book your tickets now… if you’re brave enough.
Visit: www.medievalmilemuseum.ie
Call: 056 781 7022 | Email: info@medievalmilemuseum.ie
