Stokerland

Roll up, roll up! Firmly established as one of Dublin’s most-loved family events, Stokerland returns to St. Patrick’s Park with another gloriously Gothic weekend for children and the eternally young. Against the dramatic backdrop of St Patrick’s Cathedral, the park is transformed with strange, spooky and playful dressing creating a world of curious characters, eerie encounters and family-friendly fun.

Stokerland brings together high-quality performances and activities for children across music, theatre, storytelling, street arts, games and creative play. Expect a packed programme in the performance tent, devilishly fun street theatre, free face-painting, macabre thrills, curious games, mysterious characters and plenty of silly surprises for little monsters and their keepers.

The ever-popular Victorian-style carousel is completely free to ride, while food stalls and picnic-friendly spaces make it easy to spend the day in the heart of the city.

For children under 12 and their families, it’s a chance to dress up, play, discover and enjoy the Hallowe’en season together in one of Dublin’s most atmospheric settings.

Whether you arrive in full vampire regalia or as your best bat-self, fancy dress is strongly encouraged. Bring your imagination: weirdness is very welcome.

A number of food traders will join us at Stokerland but BYOPicnics are also permitted.

Step aboard a Victorian ‘ghost ship’ crewed by a trio of undead pirates – a swashbuckling zombie crew shipwrecked somewhere between this world and the next. Cursed to sail forever, they’ve traded ale for blood and gold for eyeballs and other grim trophies. Expect gravity-defying acrobatics, daring stunts, and a wickedly entertaining performance that pulls the audience into the pirates’ ghostly underworld.

Get on the dance floor for a spooky, groovy family dance party with dancer Holly Lloyd-Peate. Expect spooky choreography, Halloween hits, monster moves and lots of energetic fun! Make sure to wear your scariest costume to get in the mood for this fun-filled family dance experience.

A charming and whimsical piece of street theatre from Company Gee Gee. S(h)tick is a conceptual diabolo show exploring hierarchy, competition, teamwork, and camaraderie, where the performers find joy in each other’s success, and even more so in their failures! Every stumble becomes fuel for invention, as mishaps spark bold experiments that push against the conventions of their craft. Sharp, funny, endlessly inventive and with a Hallowe’en twist, this is diabolo like you’ve never seen it.

Logy brings a rock ‘n’ roll twist to classic circus and vaudeville, delivering a high-energy street show packed with comedy, juggling, and playful chaos. With a mix of clowning, fire tricks, and razor-sharp object manipulation, he keeps audiences laughing while daringly teetering on the edge of control. A Guinness World Record holder for rolla bolla!

Classical music isn’t just for concert halls! Join Bits and Bobs Orchestra for a fun introduction to the world of classical music. Interact with the musicians and the instruments of the orchestra, bop along to familiar songs and classical hits and try your hand at conducting!

We have programmed a relaxed session of Stokerland which will take place from 11.00am – 1pm on Monday 26 October.

At the relaxed session, you can expect a tailored experience designed to welcome people who will benefit from a more relaxed environment, including people who identify as neurodiverse, people on the autistic spectrum, people with sensory and communication disorders, ADHD, ADD, tourettes or with learning disabilities.

Joining the Stokerland line up in St. Patrick’s Park is the portfolio of vendors who trade there each Sunday. You will find a broad collection of handmade crafts, retro must-haves, collectibles, books, jewellery and eclectic vintage. Check out spillaneworldmarkets.com

Paddy’s Pizza Pies

Crepes in The City Ltd

Cranky Yankee Corn Dogs

Sweet Churro Limited

BAH 33

Seoul Kitchen

Shaka Poké

Good to know

• Age Suitability: Families and Under 12s. Under 18s must be accompanied by an adult.
• Relaxed Session: A Social Story is now available to download. Download Social Story
• Accessibility: A relaxed session of Stokerland which is open to all will take place from 11am- 1pm on Monday 26 October. Stokerland is wheelchair accessible. A wheelchair accessible portaloo is also available.
• Warnings: This is an outdoor event. Please dress appropriately.