Quick Facts: Halloween Galway Near Eyre Square
- • The Dawson Hostel Galway is steps from Eyre Square and the Latin Quarter.
- • Walk 2-6 minutes to pubs, venues and parade routes around Quay Street and Shop Street.
- • Galway Ceannt train and bus station sit beside Eyre Square for easy arrivals, see our station guide.
- • Best time to book: early October, Halloween weekend sells out quickly.
- • Budget tip: Sunday-Thursday stays are often better value than weekends.
- • Pack layers, Atlantic evenings are cool and breezy in late October.
Looking for ideas for Halloween in Galway that keep you close to the action? Base yourself by Eyre Square and you can walk to pop-up shows, costumed pub nights, ghost tours and live music in the Latin Quarter area without relying on taxis. The Dawson Hostel Galway gives you an affordable, central starting point for everything happening across the city centre in October.
What’s on around Eyre Square this Halloween
Galway loves a street party, and Halloween is no exception. The city centre fills with lanterns, themed nights and outdoor performances that spill through the lanes from Eyre Square to the Latin Quarter. Expect family-friendly daytime activities alongside late-night options for adults, so you can shape your trip any way you like.
Galway Aboo Halloween Festival
The city’s signature weekend brings parades, street performers and seasonal installations to the lanes near Quay Street and Shop Street. Check dates and highlights on the official listings here: Galway Aboo Halloween Festival. Arrive early for a good viewpoint and plan a warm drink afterwards in one of the cafés or traditional pubs close by. If you are staying at The Dawson Hostel Galway, you can head out just before start time and still catch the action.
Ghost tours and after-dark walks
Guided walks trace Galway’s older stories through medieval streets, riverside paths and historic churchyards. Tours change each season, but most start or finish within walking distance of Eyre Square. Wrap up well, wear comfortable shoes and keep your phone charged for photos of the city’s spookier corners.
Live music and pub nights in the Latin Quarter
From trad sessions to costume parties, bars around the Latin Quarter go all in for Halloween. Many venues host ticketed events with prizes for the best outfits, so check listings in advance if there is a band or DJ you do not want to miss. Prefer something low-key? Slip into a cosy pub off Shop Street for music and a warm seat by the window.
Family-friendly daytime ideas
Before the evening crowds arrive, take a stroll along the Long Walk, visit the Spanish Arch, or explore local markets for seasonal treats. Plenty of cafés around Eyre Square do hot chocolate and quick bites, useful if you are travelling with kids and want to keep energy up between events.
Plan your Halloween weekend like a local
- Check event listings early, popular shows and themed nights sell out.
- Eat before evening events, restaurants near Quay Street get busy after dark.
- Bring a light rain jacket and layers, Atlantic weather changes quickly.
- Carry a portable charger, you will be out longer than you think.
- Walk whenever possible, most venues are within ten minutes of Eyre Square.
Why stay at The Dawson Hostel Galway
Location is everything on busy weekends. From The Dawson Hostel Galway you can step out, follow the crowds towards the Latin Quarter and be part of the atmosphere in minutes. Rooms are simple and comfortable with free Wi-Fi and friendly staff. If you arrive early, ask about luggage storage so you can start exploring while your bed is being prepared.
Make the most of your budget
- Book direct and early for the best rates around Halloween.
- Consider midweek nights to avoid peak prices.
- Walk to events instead of taking taxis, everything is close.
- Look out for lunch deals, they are often better value than late dinners.
Stay close to the Halloween action
Stay close to the Halloween action: book your bed at The Dawson Hostel Galway today.
FAQs: Halloween Galway Near Eyre Square
The biggest draws are Galway Aboo activities in and around the Latin Quarter, plus ghost tours, street performers and seasonal pop-ups within a short walk of Eyre Square.
It is a short walk, typically 2–6 minutes depending on your route, with quick access to Quay Street, Shop Street and the Latin Quarter.
Head for the Latin Quarter around Quay Street and Shop Street. Many pubs host trad sessions, bands and themed nights through the weekend.
Book in early October if you can. Central beds sell out fast for the Halloween weekend and prices rise closer to the date.
The Dawson Hostel Galway offers affordable, central accommodation within walking distance of Eyre Square and the Latin Quarter’s Halloween events.