As the June bank holiday weekend approaches, County Louth offers a diverse range of activities to keep families entertained despite uncertain weather forecasts. From historical reenactments to scenic ferry rides, here are nine things to enjoy in Louth over the extended break.
1. Step Back in Time with Living History at Oldbridge House, Drogheda
The Battle of the Boyne Visitors Centre in Oldbridge will host a special living history programme on June 1 and 2 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily. Visitors can experience reenactments of 17th-century European armies featuring musketeers, artillery gunners, spikemen, halberdiers, and more.
Costumed historian Tóla Collier will lead battlefield walks at 2 p.m. on both Sunday and Monday, exploring the tactics, strategy, and key figures involved. The walks begin at the front of Oldbridge House.
Facilities include car parking, a coffee shop, and restrooms. The site is family-friendly and welcomes dogs, except in the walled garden.
2. Dinosaurs Invade Skypark, Carlingford
Carlingford’s Skypark is set for a prehistoric takeover with How to Train Your Dinosaur, running from May 31 to June 2. The event features four daily interactive shows and opportunities to meet Bruno the T-Rex and baby dinosaurs.
Admission is included with Skypark passes, which also grant access to Ireland’s Ancient East maze and other attractions.
3. Alpaca Trekking at Long Acre Alpacas, Ardee
For a unique outdoor experience, visitors can enjoy alpaca trekking at Long Acre Alpacas in Glack, Ardee. The family-run business offers 40 to 60-minute countryside walks accompanied by gentle alpacas, with chances for photos and feeding sessions afterward.
Bookings and further information are available at longacrealpacas website.
4. Car Treasure Hunt and Lipsync Battle, Dundalk
On Sunday, June 1 at 3 p.m., a car treasure hunt departs from the Fairways Hotel, Dundalk. This event offers an enjoyable drive around Dundalk’s scenic routes while participants search for clues. The event runs alongside the Lipsync Battle Dundalk 2025.
5. Drogheda Walking Tour
Explore Drogheda’s rich history, from ancient relics and ghost stories to contemporary street art, on a guided walking tour departing from St Peter’s Church, West Street, at 10 a.m. on Sunday, June 1. Tickets can be booked via Eventbrite.
6. Carlingford Lough Ferry
Discover Louth from a fresh perspective aboard the Carlingford Lough ferry, sailing between Greenore and Greencastle, Co. Down. Enjoy panoramic views of Carlingford Lough, the northern Louth coastline, and the Mourne Mountains.
Ferries run hourly from 10:30 a.m., with the last sailing from Greencastle at 6 p.m. For schedules and bookings, visit carlingfordferry website.
7. Off the Beaten Track: Historic Sites and Gardens
Escape the crowds by visiting Rokeby House and Gardens in Grangebellew, open daily from June 1, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Other notable sites include Old Mellifont Abbey in Tullyallen, Monasterboice High Cross and Round Tower, St Brigid’s Shrine and Holy Well in Faughart, and the Proleek Dolmen near Ballymascanlon Hotel.
8. Enjoy Louth’s Beaches
Should the weather permit, Louth’s beaches provide an ideal spot for a refreshing swim or family day out. Blue Flag beaches at Clogherhead, Port, and Templetown/Shellinghill are popular for their sandy shores and clean waters. Blackrock and Gyles Quay also attract visitors.
9. Dundalk Record Fair
For music and memorabilia enthusiasts, the Dundalk Record Fair takes place at The Spirit Store, George’s Quay, Dundalk, on Saturday, May 31, from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Browse, buy, sell, or exchange vinyl records, CDs, DVDs, tapes, and related collectibles.
Whether seeking cultural enrichment, outdoor adventure, or simple relaxation, Louth’s June bank holiday programme offers something for everyone. For further details on events and bookings, check local listings and event websites.
