Scary Stories, Scéalta Samhna with Seosamh Ó Maolalaí

Rothe House and Gardens

Gather round for Scary Stories (but not too scary!) with master storyteller Seosamh Ó Maolalaí as he weaves tales in English and Irish.

Rothe House & Garden

Toil & Trouble Family Afternoon

Rothe House is set to be transformed into a spine-tingling Halloween funhouse for Kilkenny Toil and Trouble Festival as part of The Home of Halloween this November! 
Booking required for all events as capacity is limited.

<h3>Toil &amp; Trouble Family Afternoon</h3>Rothe House is set to be transformed into a spine-tingling Halloween funhouse for Kilkenny Toil and Trouble Festival as part of The Home of Halloween this November!Families can uncover the science behind witchcraft in interactive performances, groove to live music at a thrilling Halloween concert, join workshops and eerie storytelling sessions, and let kids’ imaginations run wild with spooky face painting. When it’s time for a break, everyone can warm up with delicious treats from the cosy seasonal market and a stunning fire show finale in the Rothe House Courtyard. <h3>Scary Stories, Scéalta Samhna with Seosamh Ó Maolalaí</h3><h3>3.15-4pm</h3>Gather round for Scary Stories (but not too scary!) with master storyteller Seosamh Ó Maolalaí. Blending English and Irish, Seosamh weaves tales that are fun, interactive, and full of surprises, inviting children to jump in, share their own stories, or even spin a rhyme or two. With a mix of songs, rhymes, jokes, and just the right touch of spookiness, this storytelling session will bring laughter and fun while celebrating the rich tradition of storytelling at the heart of our national heritage.