Mount Congreve Gardens Unveils “Guardians of the Gardens: Interactive Dragon Trail” This Halloween

This Halloween, Mount Congreve Gardens in Waterford invites families to step into a realm of myth and magic with its brand-new Guardians of the Gardens: Interactive Dragon Trail, running from Friday, the 24th to Monday, the 27th of October. With final entry at 5 pm every day, this fully outdoor experience brings twelve giant animatronic dragons to life across the estate’s historic woodlands, lawns, and garden paths. 

As the sun sets, Mount Congreve transforms into an atmospheric and immersive dragon realm: glowing eyes, smoke curling through the air, haunting roars, and lifelike movements greet visitors around every bend. Some creatures stand over five metres tall, towering above the trails to create spectacular photo opportunities. 

Families will be armed with a Guardians’ Trail Map to guide them on a magical journey full of puzzles, mythical lore, and hidden secrets. The trail experience is designed to blend storytelling with exploration, combining interactive props and soundscapes that engage visitors of all ages. 

In addition to the main trail, there are several optional spine-tingling extras. A Halloween Dragon Portrait upgrade allows guests to capture their adventure in a special portrait. For younger children, the Little Dragon’s Play Zone (1–3 years) provides toddler-specific playtime, and the Kids Dragon Bounce (4–11 years) gives older children a space to enjoy inflatables, explore, and play. 

Admission for the dragon trail is priced at €17.50 per entrant. Optional extras include the toddler play zone, kids bounce zone and dragon portrait print. 

Visitors are reminded that “Guardians of the Gardens” takes place entirely outdoors, so appropriate clothing for autumn weather is strongly recommended.  This event builds on Mount Congreve’s commitment to engaging family-friendly garden experiences and takes the estate’s storied landscapes into new imaginative territory. Tickets are available now, and visitors are encouraged to book in advance to secure their chosen time slot. For more information and booking details, visit www.mountcongreve.com