Redcastle Hotel is the perfect base for “Derry Halloween”, the biggest Halloween festival in Europe — which is celebrating 40 years this Halloween.
Family Halloween escapes on the shores of Lough Foyle offer the perfect base for experiencing Derry Halloween, with indoor glamping, spooky treats and family activities.
Families looking for a fun-filled October midterm break can combine a Donegal getaway with a visit to one of Europe’s biggest Halloween celebrations, as Redcastle Hotel & Spa launches its Halloween family breaks for 2026.
Set on the shores of Lough Foyle on the Inishowen Peninsula, Redcastle Hotel is ideally located for families who want to experience the atmosphere of Derry Halloween while enjoying a relaxing coastal break.
Taking place from 28th October to 1st November 2026, Derry Halloween celebrates its 40th anniversary this year, with the historic Walled City transformed for four days and nights of Halloween festivities.
The festival draws on the ancient traditions of Samhain and features a packed programme of light installations, street performances, storytelling, family entertainment and live events.
Highlights include the atmospheric Awakening the Walled City Trail, while Halloween night itself sees the city come alive for the famous Carnival Parade and fireworks display.
Halloween fun at Redcastle
Back at the hotel, younger guests can continue the Halloween fun with a special activity pack and spooky treats included as part of Redcastle Hotel’s family packages.
For children who want an extra adventure, the Happy Campers Halloween Sleepover also includes a special indoor glamping experience, giving little ones their own cosy camp set-up within the family room.
Owen McGee, General Manager of Redcastle Hotel & Spa said:
“Derry Halloween is such a fantastic event for families and we’re very lucky to have one of Europe’s biggest Halloween celebrations so close to us. Redcastle Hotel gives families the chance to enjoy all the excitement and atmosphere of the festival before returning to the hotel and relaxing by Lough Foyle. We’ve also added some Halloween touches for our younger guests, from spooky treats and activity packs to our Happy Campers glamping experience, so the fun can continue when they get back to the hotel.”
Happy Campers Halloween Sleepover — one night from €245
The one-night Happy Campers Halloween Sleepover starts from €246 for a family of four, based on two adults and two children aged between five and 12 years.
The package includes:
- One night’s family accommodation
- Full breakfast the following morning
- Indoor glamping experience for the children
- Halloween activity pack
- Spooky treats
- Complimentary access to the hotel’s leisure facilities
Halloween Family Escape — two nights from €442 per family
For families looking to make a longer break of the October midterm, the two-night Halloween Family Escape starts from €442 for a family of four, based on two adults and two children aged between five and 12 years.
The package includes:
- Two nights’ family accommodation
- Full breakfast each morning
- €20 credit towards local attractions
- Halloween activity pack
- Spooky treats
- Complimentary access to the hotel’s leisure facilities
Families can also use their stay to explore the wider Inishowen Peninsula and Donegal, with a host of beaches, walks, visitor attractions and family activities within easy reach of the hotel.
Book and find out more at www.redcastlehoteldonegal.com.
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