Picture of Ireland
Caption: Halloween in Ireland Learn about the origins of Halloween and how to plan the best fall trip to Ireland 🇮🇪☘️
Video of Ulster American Folk Park
Caption: Halloween originated in Ireland (not the U.S.) and is a holiday steeped in history and traditions.
Video of Ulster American Folk Park
Caption: Have you ever seen a giant turnip before? This was a first for me! When Irish immigrants came to the U.S., they weren’t able to find giant turnips so they started carving pumpkins instead.
Video of Trim
Caption: This procession is the ‘Arrival of Spirits’ and celebrates Samhain at the annual Púca Festival.
Video of Trim
Caption: The parade ends at Trim Castle where you’ll find food, drinks, and and more festivities!
Video of Derry
Caption: Derry also has a parade, as well as a fireworks show, and a great pub scene. 🍻
Picture of Derry
Caption: Derry goes all out on the decorations! Some were pretty spooky. 😯
Video of Ulster American Folk Park
Caption: This is an interactive, open-air museum that teaches you about the history of Irish emigration.
Video of Ulster American Folk Park
Caption: The park is huge and absolutely beautiful during the fall!
