Halloween (the ancient Celtic holiday of Samhain) marks the start of the darkest time of year because it sits evenly between ...

According to superstition, if Phil comes out of his burrow on Groundhog Day and sees his shadow, it will scare him enough ...

Samhain was observed between Oct. 31 and Nov. 1. As you might have guessed, it was a festival devoted to the dead and coincides with Halloween today. The church turned that holiday into All Saint ...

Biddy’s Day festival fast approaching on the February bank holiday weekend, Killorglin and it’s famous Biddy’s Parade are set to be featured on our TV screens on Monday, February 3 at 6.30pm.

So meteorological spring starts on March 1st, astronomical spring starts on March 21st, and traditional (Irish school) spring ...

According to myth, cave wyrms are terrifying creatures that live deep inside mountain caves, or sometimes in marshes and fens ...

The St Brigid’s Day bank holiday still takes some getting used to. Let’s be honest, a day off after the long, cold, dark ...

The origins of Halloween can be traced back to the pagan festival of Samhain (pronounced Sow-in), celebrated by the Celts of ancient Europe to mark the end of the harvest season and the start of ...

Halloween, Samhain and more: Festivals of the dead from around the world From Guatemala's Festival de Barriletes Gigantes to Nepal's Gai Jatra, discover more about festivals of the dead worldwide.

A Cherished Feast Thanksgiving holds a special place in the hearts of Americans. With an astounding fame of 97% and a popularity of 78%, it marks a day of gratitude where families and friends gather ...

The Púca Festival stands out as one of Ireland's foremost Halloween events, where the ancient Celtic traditions of Samhain come alive amidst the historic settings of Trim and Athboy. Named after a ...