There is once again a fantastic range of things to do in Dublin this weekend for all kinds of folk, whether it's cheeky comedy, terrifying horror or wholesome fun you're in the mood for.
From comedy shows to live music to wholesome family fun, there is sure to be something on in Dublin this weekend that will suit your desires.
Here are the best things to do in Dublin this weekend.
Read more: Best Halloween events happening in and near Dublin
The Nightmare Realm
The Nightmare Realm returns to Dublin this weekend, taking place at the Fruit & Veg Market in Dublin 7. This year's event is sure to be an ultra spooky one with areas like The Haunted Orphanage, Sewers, Cannibal's Playground, Attack of the Clowns and Death Row Penitentiary.
Additionally, visitors will get to enjoy a live DJ set, food options, pumpkins games, vampires, photo opportunities, dancers, acrobats, giveaways and a Halloween Town. Tickets are available here.
Comedy gigs galore
This weekend sees a wonderful line-up of comedy gigs happening across the city. On Saturday, October 8, you will be able to catch Token Straight at Sin E, Craic Den Comedy at The Workman's Club and Saturdays at The International.
Meanwhile on Sunday, there's The Comedy Crunch at The Stag's Head, Slatts Laughs Comedy Club at Slattery's D4, Ha'Penny Comedy at the Ha'penny Bridge Inn and Dublin Comedy Improv at The International Bar.
Pizza Party at Ohana Tiki Bar
Ohana is Dublin's only Tiki Bar and every Saturday, the venue hosts a pizza party with board games, deals on selected cocktails and a live DJ. The fun kicks off from 4pm and tickets cost €10 per person.
Dublin Festival of History
Dublin Festival of History continues this weekend with a range of engaging and interesting events for both adults and children. Events taking place this weekend include a Hidden Histories Self-Guided Treasure Hunt for Children at Richmond Barracks and a Highlight Tour of The National Museum of Ireland (Archaeology).
The full programme of events can be viewed here.
Oktoberfest at The Square Ball
Oktoberfest continues this weekend at The Square Ball. Hosted by Fowl Play BBQ, you can expect German beers and wines, cheese and bratwurst. There will also be Oktoberfest quizzes, Bavarian bingo, blind beer tasting and wing challenges.
Tickets can be purchased here.
We Are Still Young Club Night
Throwback Events returns to The Workman's Club in Dublin for We Are Still Young. Those who revelled in emo and punk culture in the 2000s will want to nab a ticket to this and dance the night away to the likes of Paramore, My Chemical Romance, Avril Lavigne and Sum 41.
Tickets can be bought here.
READ NEXT:
'We visited a Wicklow pumpkin patch and had a great time with games and donkeys'
Depeche Mode announce Malahide Castle concert as part of new tour
Dublin's oldest medieval banquet hall reopens after restorations
Oktoberfest Dublin: The best beer festivals to check out this year
Diwali 2022: What is it and what events are happening in Dublin to mark the festival of lights
Sign up to the free Dublin Live Newsletter to get all the latest Dublin news straight to your inbox
