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Why it matchesJoin the family Halloween event at Sligo Abbey with fancy dress and a pumpkin hunt.
Why it matchesSligo Regional Sports Centre offers facilities to suit all the family’s recreational and leisure needs, including a 25 metre indoor heated pool and kids pool, jacuzzi, sauna and steam room also a well air conditioned.
Why it matchesCarraig Climbing aims to provide an exceptional, exhilarating and educational rock climbing experience on the rock faces around Sligo.
Why it matchesEnjoy spooky tales and ghost stories in costume at Carrowmore tombs this Halloween.
Why it matchesIndoor children's activity centre in Collooney with soft play, climbing walls, high ropes, go-karts and a family cafe.
Why it matchesFree Halloween family event with ghost stories, a treasure hunt, and face painting at Parke's Castle.
Why it matchesCozy cafe and historic tea rooms featuring local crafts and an adjoining children's play park by Glencar Waterfall.
Why it matchesModern indoor play centre in Grange with a large play frame, slides, go-karts, toddler area and on-site cafe.
Why it matchesGlencar Alpacas farm is nestled in the hillside of Glencar Valley, with beautiful scenery extending across counties Leitrim and Sligo.
Why it matchesLearn how to surf in the spectacular scenery of County Sligo with Sligo Surf Experience.
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Why it matchesStrandhill Surf School lets you experience the excitement of surfing and stand up paddle boarding with highly qualified instructors who have valuable knowledge of the local waves.
Why it matchesRebelle Surf provides lessons, camps, private coaching sessions, retreats and workshops for all levels.
Why it matchesWrite your own gothic horror story at Sligo Abbey's seasonal writing workshop inspired by Bram Stoker.
Why it matchesListen to Irish myths, ghost stories and folklore told by lantern light in the ancient grounds of Sligo Abbey.
Why it matchesCommunity-led Samhain parade in Manorhamilton starting at Bee Park Community Centre.
Why it matchesSt John’s Cathedral of Sligo Town dates from the mid-18th century, though it is located on the site of a 13th-century hospital and parish.
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