Halloween Fall Festival & Pumpkin Picking at Secret Valley Wildlife Park

Secret Valley Wildlife Park in Clonroche is running its biggest Halloween festival yet, from 16 to 30 October 2026. It’s a full family day out in Co. Wexford, combining a working wildlife park with pumpkin picking, spooky trails and plenty of autumn fun.

 

Meet the animals first
Start your day with the park’s residents. You can join a keeper talk to hear their stories and try the hands-on animal activities before you head into the Halloween attractions.

Monsters’ Woodland Walk
Follow the forest trail and look out for the creatures and friendly Halloween characters hiding among the trees. It’s spooky enough to thrill younger visitors but never too scary.

Witches’ Village
Wander through a village full of magical scenes, surprise encounters and enchanting characters. It’s a favourite spot for family photos.

The Pumpkin Patch
Explore the huge pumpkin patch and choose the perfect one to take home for carving.

New for 2026: Trick-or-Treat Hunt
This year there’s a trick-or-treat trail around the park. Children stop at each sweet station, collect a treat and discover spooky surprises along the way.

Even more included with admission
Finish with a tractor ride, take on the Adventure Hunt, and let the kids loose on the playgrounds and farm activities. All of it is included in your ticket. If you need to refuel, The Hungry Tortoise Café serves seasonal food and drinks.

 

More animals, more pumpkins, more monsters and more memories make this one of the best family Halloween days out in Wexford. Making a weekend of it? Browse hotels in Wexford for somewhere to stay nearby.

 

Plan your visit

• Dates: 16–30 October 2026
• Opening hours: 10am–5pm
• Location: Secret Valley Wildlife Park, Coolnacon, Clonroche, Co. Wexford, Y21 DF85
• Contact: 087 646 5601 | info@secretvalley.ie

Looking for more spooky fun? Browse all Halloween Experiences in Wexford or find more Family Things to Do in Wexford.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I go pumpkin picking in Wexford?
Secret Valley Wildlife Park in Clonroche has a large pumpkin patch from 16 to 30 October 2026. Families can pick a pumpkin to take home, and admission also covers the wildlife park, the Halloween trails and the farm activities.

How much does the Secret Valley Halloween Festival cost?
Admission is €20. The ticket includes the wildlife park, keeper talks, the Monsters Woodland Walk, the Witches’ Village, the Trick-or-Treat Hunt, tractor rides and the playgrounds. Check secretvalley.ie for the latest ticket options before you visit.

Is the Secret Valley Halloween Festival suitable for young children?
Yes. The festival is designed for families, and the Halloween characters are friendly rather than frightening. Toddlers and young children can enjoy the animals, playgrounds, tractor rides and trick-or-treat stations.

What Halloween activities can kids do in Wexford?
At Secret Valley Wildlife Park, children can pick pumpkins, follow the Monsters’ Woodland Walk, explore the Witches’ Village and collect sweets on the Trick-or-Treat Hunt. Tractor rides, playgrounds and animal encounters are included too. 

What should families wear to a pumpkin patch?
Wear wellies or sturdy boots and warm, waterproof layers, because pumpkin patches and woodland trails can get muddy in October. Bring a bag to carry your pumpkin home. Kids can wear Halloween costumes too, and they’re great for photos in the Witches’ Village.

Where is Secret Valley Wildlife Park?
Secret Valley Wildlife Park is in Clonroche, County Wexford (Y21 DF85), in the southeast of Ireland. Set across fourteen acres, it’s the only fully licensed zoo in the southeast and an easy drive from Wexford town, Enniscorthy and New Ross.