Samhain Chiarraí - A Kerry Halloween
Immerse in Celtic traditions, street spectacles, storytelling and folklore across County Kerry for Halloween.
Plan your visit
Weather · Fri, 16 Oct
Scattered cloud
5–12°C · 0.2 mm daytime rain
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Family practicalities
- Pram-friendly (likely)
- Baby changing (likely)
- Step-free access (likely)
- Café on site (likely)
- Toilets (likely)
What to expect
Samhain Chiarraí continues to evolve as a signature cultural celebration in County Kerry, building on the momentum of recent years and offering a rich, immersive programme rooted in place, story and tradition. Taking place across the county from 15 October to 1 November 2026, the festival brings a distinctive seasonal energy during the autumn season.
Samhain Chiarraí invites locals and visitors to experience the mystical and ancestral spirit of the Celtic New Year. Highlights include street spectacles and Samhain processions, alongside community-led events across the county featuring music, food, storytelling, and folklore.
Readers are advised to check with the organiser before relying on the details published here.
More information
- Booking
- No booking required
- Time to allow
- half a day
- Listed by
- Fáilte Ireland Events