Hundreds of people lined O’Connell Street last night in Dublin city centre in anticipation of a Halloween parade that turned out to be a hoax.
Crowds gathered along the busy street, expecting festivities that had been rumored online but were never scheduled. Gardaí quickly intervened, urging attendees to disperse safely and avoid further congestion.
Photos and videos circulating on social media captured the large crowd waiting for the supposed Halloween event to commence. The excitement was short-lived, as Gardaí confirmed that no such parade was planned.
The unfounded parade rumor is believed to have circulated on social media, drawing people from across the city and surrounding areas to Dublin’s central thoroughfare.
Despite the unverified nature of the claim, hundreds of people arrived, contributing to considerable foot traffic and some crowding.
In an official statement, Gardaí clarified that “no Halloween parade is scheduled to take place in Dublin city centre this evening or tonight,” and urged those assembled to leave the area safely.
The crowds led to temporary disruptions to Luas tram services, impacting public transport through the city.