16/10/2026
Free 'Trick Or Treat Main Street Market' Brings Halloween Fun To O’Connell Street
Dublin City Council is inviting families, friends and Halloween enthusiasts of all ages to the free 'Trick or Treat Main Street Market' on Upper O'Connell Street from Friday 30 October to Sunday 1 November.
The pop-up market will turn the city's main thoroughfare into a seasonal showcase with local makers and small businesses, live entertainment and autumnal treats, along with a charming pumpkin patch perfect for photos.
Highlights include arts and crafts, a festive pumpkin patch with photo opportunities, artisan and speciality stalls, live music and family-friendly entertainment such as the Scarecrow's Ball, children's activities including storytelling, face painting and a slime lab, plus plenty of seasonal food, drinks and sweet treats. Visitors are encouraged to come in costume for a fun, family-friendly atmosphere.
Speaking on the launch, Lord Mayor of Dublin, Cllr Daryl Barron said, "Trick or Treat Main Street Market is an exciting new addition to the Halloween programme being brought to Dublin city centre this year. It's the perfect opportunity for family and friends to come enjoy the city centre and take part in a wide range of events over the mid-term break. We look forward to welcoming visitors to join in the spooky celebrations with us on Dublin's main street!"
The market runs daily from 1pm–5pm over the mid-term. Costumes are welcome (and encouraged). For more information, visit www.dublincity.ie/mainstmarket.
The pop-up market will turn the city's main thoroughfare into a seasonal showcase with local makers and small businesses, live entertainment and autumnal treats, along with a charming pumpkin patch perfect for photos.
Speaking on the launch, Lord Mayor of Dublin, Cllr Daryl Barron said, "Trick or Treat Main Street Market is an exciting new addition to the Halloween programme being brought to Dublin city centre this year. It's the perfect opportunity for family and friends to come enjoy the city centre and take part in a wide range of events over the mid-term break. We look forward to welcoming visitors to join in the spooky celebrations with us on Dublin's main street!"
The market runs daily from 1pm–5pm over the mid-term. Costumes are welcome (and encouraged). For more information, visit www.dublincity.ie/mainstmarket.
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