# Event Details

- **Event Name**: From Samhain to Witches: A Talk on the History of Halloween in Ireland 
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 29 Oct, 2026 at 02:00 pm – Thu, 29 Oct, 2026 at 03:00 pm (+00:00)
- **Event Description**: Join us for a fascinating talk exploring the history of Halloween in Ireland with Dr Andrew Sneddon. 

This talk delves into the history of Halloween in Ireland, tracing its evolution from the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain, which marked the beginning of winter, to the global celebration we know today. 

From ancient beliefs to modern commercialism, and from folklore to contemporary neo-pagan revivals of Samhain, this talk reveals how Ireland became entranced with Halloween.

Book tickets now at ulsterfolkmuseum.org
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/holywood/from-samhain-to-witches-a-talk-on-the-history-of-halloween-in-ireland/200030672008306
- **Event Categories**: Festivals
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Holywood
- **state**: NI
- **country**: United Kingdom
- **location**: Ulster Folk Museum, Cultra
- **lat**: 54.65206
- **long**: -5.79556
- **full address**: Ulster Folk Museum, Cultra, 153 Bangor Road,Holywood, United Kingdom

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: From Samhain to Witches: A Talk on the History of Halloween in Ireland
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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is From Samhain to Witches: A Talk on the History of Halloween in Ireland  being held?
  - **A:** From Samhain to Witches: A Talk on the History of Halloween in Ireland  takes place on Thu, 29 Oct, 2026 at 02:00 pm to Thu, 29 Oct, 2026 at 03:00 pm at Ulster Folk Museum, Cultra, 153 Bangor Road,Holywood, United Kingdom.
- **Q**: Who is organizing From Samhain to Witches: A Talk on the History of Halloween in Ireland ?
  - **A:** From Samhain to Witches: A Talk on the History of Halloween in Ireland  is organized by Ulster Folk Museum, Cultra.
- **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Ulster Folk Museum, Cultra's events?
  - **A:** Attendees have given Ulster Folk Museum, Cultra a rating of 5/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. Ulster Folk Museum, Cultra has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events.

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