Autumn holidays and breaks
Whether you’re escaping to the forest for a September break, October mid-term holiday or a ghoulishly good time at Halloween, there’s something for everyone on a family autumn break at Center Parcs. Enjoy over 100 indoor and outdoor activities, 400 acres of forest to explore, a range of restaurants and our cosy lodges in the heart of the forest.
September breaks
Watch the forest transform on a September break at Center Parcs. On your family break, you can:
- Try a range of indoor activities for all ages, from Pottery Painting to Roller Tots
- Warm up in our nature-inspired thermal spa experiences at Aqua Sana Spa
- Enjoy an autumn feast in one of our restaurants
![A family of four walking through the autumn forest.](/content/centerparcs/ie/en/breaks-we-offer/seasonal-holidays-and-breaks/autumn-holidays/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/cplayoutcontainer/textimage_746601344_/image.transform.1688567198271.jpg/optimal/image.autumn-campaign-2018-pod.1688567198271.jpg)
October holidays
Reconnect with nature as the weather cools down, and make the most of the October mid-term break with quality family time in the forest. On an October mid-term holiday, you can:
- Explore miles of winding woodland paths on foot or by cycle
- Discover over 100 indoor and outdoor activities for all ages
- Make a splash in the Subtropical Swimming Paradise, heated to a toasty 29.5c all year round
- Enjoy an autumn family feast in one of our restaurants or delivered to your accommodation
- Escape the blustery chill and get comfortable by the fireside together
![Family with young child dressed as a wizard looking into a cauldron in the Activity Den](/content/centerparcs/ie/en/breaks-we-offer/seasonal-holidays-and-breaks/autumn-holidays/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/cplayoutcontainer/textimage_15252882_c/image.transform.1664379978120.jpg/optimal/image.autumn-2021-wizards-academy-preschool-ef-009.1664379978120.jpg)
Halloween breaks
Brush off the cobwebs and get the family together for a spookily good time at Center Parcs on a Halloween break, with frightfully fun activities for the whole family to enjoy. You can:
- Get creative with Broomstick Making, Halloween Cupcakes or Halloween Wreath Making
- Unleash little monsters onto the Halloween Pumpkin Carving or Halloween Spooky Science
- Get into the Halloween spirit by decorating your lodge
Autumn activities
Discover activities and adventures for the whole family during your autumn break, from nature-themed to spooky Halloween fun.
![Wizard Academy](/content/centerparcs/ie/en/discover-center-parcs/things-to-do/activities/wizard-academy/_jcr_content/heroPreview.transform.1706695120802.jpg/optimal/image.wizard-academy-thumbnail.1706695120802.jpg)
Wizard Academy
![Willow Workshop](/content/centerparcs/ie/en/discover-center-parcs/things-to-do/activities/willow-workshop/_jcr_content/heroPreview.transform.1706695440802.jpg/optimal/image.willow-workshop.1706695440802.jpg)
Willow Workshop
![young boy with bow and arrow](/content/centerparcs/ie/en/discover-center-parcs/things-to-do/activities/archery-target-archery/_jcr_content/heroPreview.transform.1721202732325.jpg/optimal/image.target_archery_thumb.1721202732325.jpg)
Archery - Target Archery
![Roller Skating](/content/centerparcs/ie/en/discover-center-parcs/things-to-do/activities/roller-skating/_jcr_content/heroPreview.transform.1715867666063.jpg/optimal/image.roller-skate-february-2016-lf-63.1715867666063.jpg)
Roller Skating
![A father crouched down to his sun amongst the golden autumn leaves](/content/centerparcs/ie/en/breaks-we-offer/seasonal-holidays-and-breaks/autumn-holidays/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/cplayoutcontainer/textimage_copy/image.transform.1690967528060.jpg/optimal/image.a-father-and-his-son-playing-with-the-autumn-leaves..1690967528060.jpg)
Autumn family breaks
Escape the everyday and enjoy meaningful time together on an autumn family break in Ireland. The forest comes to life with vibrant colour, making it a beautiful backdrop for your autumn adventures. Make unforgettable memories as you explore the woodland, try exciting activities, share stories around the table and snuggle up in front of a log fire after a busy day.
![An exterior view of the Subtropical Swimming Paradise.](/content/centerparcs/ie/en/breaks-we-offer/seasonal-holidays-and-breaks/autumn-holidays/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/cplayoutcontainer/textimage_1610353512/image.transform.1717678819466.jpg/optimal/image.lo-stsp-exterior-2022-pod.1717678819466.jpg)
Subtropical Swimming Paradise
Free entry to our Subtropical Swimming Paradise - our tropical themed water park is heated to a toasty 29.5c all year round, and includes:
- Exhilarating raft rides, slides and flumes
- Family favourite the Wild Water Rapids
- Themed play areas for little ones with spray fountains, slides and pools
- Heated indoor and outdoor pools, including the large wave pool, lagoons and whirlpools
- The Canopy Café poolside bar
Take a closer look at autumn breaks
![Young boy in a rain mac with his dinosaur umbrella](/content/centerparcs/ie/en/breaks-we-offer/seasonal-holidays-and-breaks/autumn-holidays/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/cp_wrapper_responsiv/responsivegrid/signpost_copy_copy/1.transform.1690967721660.jpg/optimal/image.young-boy-in-a-rain-mac-with-his-dinosaur-umbrella..1690967721660.jpg)
![Family den building in the forest](/content/centerparcs/ie/en/breaks-we-offer/seasonal-holidays-and-breaks/autumn-holidays/_jcr_content/root/responsivegrid/cp_wrapper_responsiv/responsivegrid/signpost_copy_copy/2.transform.1690967740074.jpg/optimal/image.family-den-building-in-the-forest..1690967740074.jpg)