Creep it real with a Newry night out this Halloween!

The evening, organised by Newry, Mourne and Down District Council, promises to be a spine-tingling affair and will see the city’s streets come to life (or death) with a Halloween Twilight event at Newry Variety Market and a family-friendly street carnival on Marcus Square.

Talking about the Halloween preparations, Newry Mourne and Down District Council Chairperson, Councillor Valerie Harte said, “Newry Variety Market will continue a tradition dating back to medieval times. It will be transformed into a Halloween wonderland with enchanting decorations that will transport visitors to a world of ghosts, goblins and ghouls, and packed with a line-up of incredible musical acts, a feast of talented artists and craftspeople, delectable food and an atmosphere created by unforgettable fancy dress.

“More Halloween fun can be found in Marcus Square and Hill Street where a family-friendly street carnival, featuring traditional fairground rides and a live fire show, will keep everyone entertained. This is just one of a selection of events happening in all corners of our newly designated UNESCO Geopark, organised by both the Council and local community organisations.”

The Halloween Twilight Market will be at the core of this spooky evening, starting at 5pm and finishing at 10pm. It will feature a range of family activities and attractions for all ages, including a musical line-up that promises to keep Halloween spirits high with a mix of spooky tunes and popular hits that will have everyone dancing along.

The market is a haven for art enthusiasts and craft lovers offering a range of wares from talented artists and craftspeople. From eerie paintings to handmade Halloween-themed items, the Halloween market will offer a diverse range of craft to explore. Foodies will delight in the mouthwatering options available from the variety of food vendors on-site serving delicious treats and seasonal delights to satisfy every palate. Everyone is being encouraged to turn up in fancy dress, so kids and adults can flaunt their most creative, spooky, or hilarious costumes for a chance to win some fantastic spot prizes!

For families looking for a fun and safe way to celebrate Halloween, the Newry Halloween Street Festival in Marcus Square and Hill Street, from 5pm to 8.30pm, is the perfect choice. It will feature a family-friendly carnival with traditional fairground rides, ensuring that even the littlest ghosts and goblins can enjoy the fun.

A series of mesmerising, live fire shows and a Creepy Cabaret by Fire Poise, will bring the night alive. Timeslots for the shows are 5.30pm and 7pm and last half an hour. These performances promise to enchant and thrill with their fiery artistry. A spectacle that shouldn’t be missed!

To top off the evening, kids of all ages can groove to the beats at the outdoor disco, where the live DJ will spin his tunes and have everyone dancing under the moonlit sky. There will also be a second chance to show off your costume with more spot prizes to be won on the street.

The Newry Halloween celebrations offer something for everyone and guarantee a memorable evening filled with fun and excitement.