Halloween at Emerald Park | After Dark | Family Events Meath

After Dark prices

Ticket type Price
General €20
Member €15
Additional needs €15 with free carer
5-ride photo booklet Regular rate €47 Online rate €30
Limited availability of early bird tickets for a limited time only.

For members please book here.

After Dark

Howl-o-ween at Emerald Park is calling as After Dark returns for 2025!

Our thrilliant night event is back and waiting for frightful fun. 

Spooky season is here — and the thrills are going After Dark!
Get ready to experience your favourite park attractions under the night sky!

or…

Dare to ride the legendary Cú Chulainn Coaster, take flight on Endeavour, spin on The Rotator, and dash into the dark with Dino Dash, Flight School, Air Race, and Power Surge. Brave the magical realm of Tír na nÓg, home to Na Fianna Force, The Quest, and The Celtic Dreamer.

Soar high, expect the unexpected, and feel the roar of adrenaline through every twist, turn, and scream-worthy moment this Halloween.

🎃 It’s guaranteed to be a ghoulishly good time! 🎃

Please note: After Dark is a no-scare event — thrills only, no frights!

Members please book here.

Dates

October: 17th, 18th, 24th, 25th, 26th, 28th, 29th, 30th

Time: 18:30 – 22:00

Last admission: 20:00

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a boy standing with a back pack in front of Air Race at Emerald Park. It is in the dark and the attraction is in motion and lit up.

Plan your visit

Thrills are even more fun at night.. Get ready to ride your favourite attractions After Dark. Take on Viking Voyage, The Cú Chulainn Coaster, Endeavour, Power Surge, Air Race, Dino Dash, Flight School and Na Fianna Force, The Quest, and Celtic Dreamer in Tír na nÓg. Please note these After Dark attractions are suitable for 0.95m in height and up! Also beware this is a NO SCARE event.

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Food, drink & sweet treats

The Argentinian Grill, Dino Bite and Warrior Kitchen will be open during After Dark. Ice cream and sweet treats will be available from Boost, Coffee Dock, Yummy Creations, Tower Café, Castle Cones, and our Gift Shop will also be open for spooky souvenirs.

a shot of Cu Chulainn at Emerald Park in the dark. Underneath the attraction is lit up. An Emerald Park logo for a Halloween event called After Dark overlays the image

Ride Photography

Make every treasured moment last with an on-ride photo souvenir of your favourite attraction at night! Grab a photo booklet for 5-rides at €30 online (in-park price €47). Photo hut locations at Viking Voyage, Na Fianna Force, The Quest, Cú Chulainn, Flight School & Dino Dash will be available on the night. Smile, you're on camera!!

What’s included

Day Event: Tricky Trail

Our well-loved family friendly treasure hunt, Tricky Trail, is back for 2025. Enjoy a frightfully fun family day out and get ready to experience some spooky story telling, eccentric experiments, magical performances and more. There may even be a few frights in store…

 

Pick up your Tricky Trail map before you embark on a terrific treasure hunt. Collect every lost item along the way, prepare to meet an array of wildly interesting characters and take part in some spooky fun and games…

Find every hidden treasure as you go and there may even be a trick or treat waiting for you at the end of the trail 🎃

Day Event: Tricky Trail
  • What attractions are included in After Dark?

    Dare to take on our most thrilling attractions? The following will be open on the night;

    • Viking Voyage
    • The Cú Chulainn Coaster
    • Na Fianna Force
    • The Quest
    • Endeavour
    • The Rotator
    • Power Surge
    • Air Race
    • Dino Dash
    • Flight School
    • Celtic Dreamer
    • 5D cinema

    All rides will operate weather permitting and may close in heavy rain or adverse conditions.

    All attractions are subject to height and weight requirements.

  • What ages is the event suitable for?

    As After Dark takes place late in the evening and the park will be dark, we recommend the event for ages 10+. However, as After Dark is a no scare event, once your child meets the height requirements for the open attractions they will have a great evening. Strictly no alcohol is allowed.

  • When is After Dark?

    After Dark will run on October 17th, 18th, 24th, 25th, 26th, 28th, 29th, 30th. The event will take place between 18.30 – 22.00.

  • Do I need to book After Dark online?

    Yes, we would highly recommend it. The event is likely to sell out so to avoid disappointment we would suggest booking tickets as soon as possible.

  • Can you use pre-purchased tickets to book After Dark?

    Pre-paid tickets cannot be used in conjunction with the After Dark event. Tickets with the reference “TA / TW / TL / TWL” are for general entry only.

  • Can I book After Dark using a gift card?

    Yes, when booking online please enter your gift card number at checkout.

  • Are tickets refundable?

    While tickets are non-refundable, date changes will be facilitated where possible, subject to availability. Please contact bookings@emeraldpark.ie for more information.

  • What is the latest time I am allowed to enter?

    The last admission to After Dark will be at 20:00.

  • Where is After Dark?

    After Dark will take place in the Adventure Zone and Tír na nÓg in our park. Located in Ashbourne, County Meath, just 30 minutes away from Dublin.

  • Will there be public transport?

    For all public transport enquiries and up to date information we would suggest visiting the Bus Éireann website.

  • Student promo T&C’s
    • This offer is only valid for third level students.
    • This offer is only valid against orders placed online on the Emerald Park website.
    • To redeem this offer, guest must book their ticket online on the After Dark section of the Emerald Park website and input the promotional code ‘STUDENTAD’: https://bookings.emeraldpark.ie/booking/after-dark/tickets
    • In order to be admitted under this promotion, upon arriving to Emerald Park, said guest must produce a valid, in date student ID card.
    • This is a limited time offer.
    • This offer is limited in availability.
    • This offer cannot be applied to historical orders prior to the promotional date listed above.
    • This offer can only be redeemed against an Emerald Park After Dark ticket. No other ticket type will be discounted during the course of this offer. All other packages/offers will be charged at standard rate.
    • This offer is not valid in conjunction with any other voucher code or offer, unless otherwise stated.
    • This offer entitles you, at the time of ordering, to a saving on a new order placed via the Emerald Park website.
    • This offer is only valid on specific products, namely, an Emerald Park After Dark ticket.
    • Walk ups to Emerald Park throughout this promotional period cannot avail of this offer and will be charged full ticket price.
    • This offer is only valid while stocks last and may be withdrawn at any time.
    • This offer is non-transferable or redeemable for cash or credit.
    • Emerald Park reserves the right to change these terms and conditions at any time.
    • Emerald Park’s rides and attractions are subject to availability, height and weight restrictions. Some attractions may close for operations or technical reasons, seasonality purposes, inclement weather, special events, or to ensure the safety and security of guests if Emerald Park reasonably deems the circumstances require.

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