The arrival of autumn in Ireland has always been more than just a change in season; it marks a time of abundance, gratitude, and preparation for the long, dark winter ahead. In ancient times, the Irish harvest was celebrated through festivals that combined Celtic fall traditions with later Christian observances like Michaelmas. These gatherings were filledContinue reading “Irish Harvest Festival: Michaelmas & Celtic Autumn Feasts”
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Irish Halloween Traditions From Samhain to Today
Over 2,000 years ago, long before pumpkins, candy, and store-bought costumes, the Celtic festival of Samhain marked the end of the harvest and the beginning of winter in Ireland. Many of the Irish Halloween traditions we recognize today, from wearing masks to trick-or-treating can be traced back to this ancient fire festival. In fact, modern Halloween as celebrated worldwide, owesContinue reading “Irish Halloween Traditions From Samhain to Today”
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