Celtic Holidays

Discover the Stingy Jack story, the Irish folktale behind the jack-o’-lantern. Learn the jack o lantern origin, its ties to modern-era traditions, and Halloween’s roots.

Discover the history and meaning of the Celtic handfasting ceremony. From harvest knots to modern weddings, explore this Irish tradition of unity and love.

The Lisdoonvarna Matchmaking Festival 2025 runs Sept 1–30 in County Clare, Ireland. Discover Europe’s biggest singles festival with live music, dancing, and traditional matchmaking.

Discover the Irish traditions of autumn love, harvest matchmaking, and the Lisdoonvarna Festival. Explore hand-fasting, harvest knots, and timeless tokens of affection.

Learn the meaning, origins, and etiquette of the Irish goodbye, leaving without saying farewell. Discover why it’s called that, global variations, and when it’s acceptable.

Discover the true history of witch trials in Ireland. From the Kilkenny trial of 1324 to Islandmagee in 1711, learn why Ireland had so few witch hunts.

Discover the top 10 Irish superstitions, from the banshee’s wail to fairy trees, robins, and lucky horseshoes. Explore Irish folklore and traditions.

Discover the Irish harvest, Michaelmas, and Celtic fall traditions. Explore history, folklore, and feasts that shaped Ireland’s autumn celebrations.

Discover the origins of Halloween in Ireland. Explore 6 Irish Halloween traditions from Samhain masks, lanterns, Bairín Breac, trick-or-treating, and more.

Discover the birthstone for September: sapphire. Explore Claddagh rings, pendants, and Celtic jewelry featuring the September birthstone. Shop sapphire jewelry today!