Be bewitched in Drogheda this Halloween at the award winning Lú Festival of Light. The dazzling light display will illuminate the historic buildings of Drogheda Town featuring a magical mix of lights, colour and sound to illustrate the myths and legends from Ireland’s mythological past. 

An amazing display of urban animation, Lú Festival of Light, Drogheda is free to attend and will run over two long weekends, 25th to 28th of October and 31st October to 3rd of November.

Journey through time along the trail and discover the stories of Boann, Cú Chulainn, Lugh and many more. The illuminations focus on these magical stories that are rooted in the beautiful Boyne Valley region. Over eight days stunning illuminations will light up Drogheda’s Old Abbey, St Peters Church, St Dominic’s Bridge, and St Laurence’s Gate using the latest digital technology, projection, sound and animation to weave a compelling tale of our mythological past. New for 2024 is the magnificent ‘Milky Way’ interactive installation in Scotch Hall - where you can move the stars!

Spectacular projections will adorn intricate stonework around Drogheda while illustrating the legendary tales of heroic warriors, mythical creatures, and ethereal landscapes that have woven themselves into the fabric of Drogheda's history.

Audiences will be able to explore the mythological past with audio narration to accompany the spectacular visuals.

The festival will host an array of on- street performances including stilt walkers, face painters and fire breathers, together with cafes, bars and restaurants in the area staying open late. There will also be a Food and Craft Market zone in the Old Abbey Car park.