Event Listings
Apr 2025
April 20, 2025 from 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Easter Sunday Afternoon Tea & Mini Tour
Slane Castle is proud to present an Easter edition of our popular Afternoon Tea & Mini Tour experience. Guests will be treated to a glass of bubbly on arrival, followed by a delicious Afternoon Tea menu served in our beautiful Gothic Ballroom. Afterward, enjoy a short mini tour of our historic Castle. 10% discount for groups of 6 or more
€57.50pp
May 2025
May 4, 2025 from 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
May Bank Holiday Sunday Afternoon Tea & Mini Tour
Slane Castle is proud to once again present our popular Afternoon Tea & Mini Tour experience. Guests will be treated to a glass of bubbly on arrival, followed by a delicious Afternoon Tea menu served in our beautiful Gothic Ballroom. Afterward, enjoy a short mini tour of our historic Castle. 10% discount for groups of 6 or more
€57.50pp
May 16, 2025 - May 18, 2025 from All Day
Viking Weekend – Stay in Slane Castle (minimum 2 nights)
Experience the Ultimate Viking Getaway at Slane Castle! Step back in time and embrace the spirit of the Vikings at our annual Viking Festival—while enjoying modern comfort in our stunning self-catering apartment at Slane Castle! Perfect for families and groups, our spacious retreat sleeps up to 13 adults and 4 children, offering the ideal base for adventure, history, and fun. Immerse yourself in thrilling reenactments, feasts, and festivities—all just steps from your door. Book now for an unforgettable stay where luxury meets legend! Viking Festival tickets need to be purchased separately
May 17, 2025 - May 18, 2025 from All Day
Viking Festival at Slane Castle
Ireland’s largest medieval festival returns to Slane, bigger and better than ever! Immerse yourself in Viking history with over 500 reenactors, thrilling battles, longship landings, and a bustling Viking market. Explore the tented village, witness skilled craftspeople at work, and enjoy music, storytelling, archery, and hands-on activities for all ages. Watch over 200 warriors clash in epic battles against the stunning backdrop of Slane Castle. A fantastic day out for families and history lovers alike—don’t miss this unforgettable experience!
May 17, 2025 - May 18, 2025 from 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Viking Weekend – Guided Tours of Slane Castle
Join us for a guided tour of Slane Castle during our Viking Festival, Saturday 17th & Sunday 18th May 2025. This historical tour covers the family's colourful history and stories about the world famous rock concerts.
Adults: €14
Student and Senior: €12.50
Youth (6-17): €8.40
Children 5 & under: Free
Jun 2025
June 1, 2025 from 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
June Bank Holiday Sunday Afternoon Tea & Mini Tour
Slane Castle is proud to once again present our popular Afternoon Tea & Mini Tour experience. Guests will be treated to a glass of bubbly on arrival, followed by a delicious Afternoon Tea menu served in our beautiful Gothic Ballroom. Afterward, enjoy a short mini tour of our historic Castle. 10% discount for groups of 6 or more
€57.50pp
Aug 2025
August 16, 2025 - August 24, 2025 from 11:00 am - 4:30 pm
Heritage Week Exclusive – St. Erc’s Hermitage Walk
Slane and its environs are rich in early Christian heritage and Slane Castle Estate conceals many treasures within its 1500 acres. One of these is St. Erc’s Hermitage and a special guided Heritage Walk will run during Heritage Week, Saturday 16th to Sunday 24th August 2025
Adults: €12
Student and Senior: €9.60
Children under 18 years of age: Free
August 16, 2025 - August 24, 2025 from 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Heritage Week – Guided Tours of Slane Castle
Join us for a guided tour of Slane Castle during Heritage Week, Saturday 16th to Sunday 24th August 2025. This historical tour covers the family's colourful history and stories about the world famous rock concerts.
Adults: €14
Student and Senior: €12.50
Youth (6-17): €8.40
Children 5 & under: Free
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Slane Castle is located in the middle of a 1,500 acre estate, only thirty-five minutes from Dublin Airport and is the perfect venue to host your family and friends as well as weddings, gala dinners, conferences or corporate functions.
Slane Castle Events & Tour Enquiries:
+353 (0) 41 988 4477 | info@slanecastle.ie
