Halloween in Ireland Irish folk creatures
The vampire Abhartach
If you thought vampires were an exclusively Transylvanian affair, think again! Ireland has its own bloodthirsty monster: Abhartach (pronounced: Ah-ver-tach). No, it’s…
Halloween in Ireland : the must-haves
Halloween in Ireland Irish folk creatures
Jack O’Lantern
Jack O’Lantern (also known as Stingy Jack, or Jack the Smith), is a character from Irish fairy tales. The story goes that…
Halloween in Ireland
Halloween is coming soon! And Ireland has every intention of celebrating! This festival has Irish origins, and was formerly known by another,…
Samain bonfire
In Ireland, Halloween (also known as Samain in Irish) is a cherished event. As well as dressing up, celebrating and eating traditional…
Halloween – The “Trick or Treat” tradition
In Ireland, Halloween night is a time for children to put the famous "Trick or Treat" tradition into practice. This typically Irish…
Gaelic Terms Halloween in Ireland
How to pronounce Samhain?
The term “Samhain” (or Samain) can seem a little confusing to pronounce for those unfamiliar with the Gaelic language or Celtic culture.…
The Colleen Bawn: A Chilling Irish Tale
In the early 19th century, rural Ireland was the backdrop for many stories blending love, betrayal, and tragedy. Among these, the story…
Snap apple: the Irish Halloween game with a mischievous bite
One swinging apple, no hands and an audience hoping you miss: meet the Irish Halloween game that puts your dignity to the…
Halloween in Ireland Irish folk creatures
The Púca
Irish folklore is a treasure trove of legends and fantastic creatures, and the Púca has a special place in it. This enigmatic…
Halloween in Ireland Irish literary works
Dracula
When we think of the novel “Dracula”, we often think of Transylvania, Romania or even English Gothic culture. What many people don’t…
Festivals irish
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An Tairseach: Samhain ar Uisneach
Saturday 7 November 2026: 2 pm to 11 pm. Sunday 8 November 2026: 7 am to 12 noon. Timings for concerts, tours, screenings and demonstrations will be confirmed in the final programme. Arrive early for ticket checks and the walk across the hill.
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Longford Dead of Night Festival
Friday 23 to Friday 30 October 2026: daytime and evening events depending on the venue; detailed times to be confirmed. Saturday 31 October 2026: final day and Fire and Shadows Procession in Longford Town; start time to be confirmed. The programme takes place at several venues in Longford Town and across the county. Check the details of each activity before visiting, as some require booking.
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The Malahide Samhain Festival
From 17 to 31 October 2026, over the final three weekends of October, including the bank holiday Monday and Halloween. Announced opening hours: 12 noon to 8 pm, depending on the session.
Halloween in Ireland : gastronomic specialities
Irish Halloween recipes Irish vegetarian dishes
Colcannon
Colcannon is one of the essential dishes of Irish cuisine. Simple, yet delicious!
Irish Halloween recipes Irish meat dishes
Irish Meatloaf
An absolutely delicious meatloaf with beef, vegetables and lacquered bacon! Delicious!
Irish cakes Irish Halloween recipes
The Barm Brack
A traditional bread made every year for Halloween! It's customary to hide a ring and a coin...
Halloween in Ireland : All the latest news
Halloween in Ireland: Brittany Ferries offers a Púca Festival break from €674
What if the October half-term break took you to where Halloween has its roots? Brittany Ferries is offering a break to discover…
