How to Take Frighteningly Great Halloween Photographs
Halloween is a great time to take photographs. There are plenty of opportunities for shots of children and families, and these can become treasured pictures to enjoy for years to come. There are...
Seven Tips for Safe Halloween Costumes
Next to Christmas, Halloween has become one of the most child-centric holidays of the year. Many children start dreaming up their costumes months in advance. Sometimes they change their minds at...
The Origins of Halloween
The Halloween celebration we enjoy today are closely tied to historical events dating back for hundreds of years. Halloween's roots can be traced back for several centuries to the ancient Celtic...
How the Irish Celebrate Halloween
Halloween—or Hallowe'en—is said to have originated under the name Samhain (pronounced sow-en), a pagan festival celebrated among the Celts of Ireland and Great Britain. Samhain (from...
Popular Halloween Costumes
Halloween is the perfect day of the year to get a glimpse of what it is like to live in someone else's shoes. You can take advantage of the day to pretend you are your favorite superhero, movie...
13 Facts About Mummies
Mummies are a popular part of our modern Halloween celebrations. Though enshrouded in mystery, they have been among us for millinnea. These thirteen intriguing mummy facts are sure to entertain...
Knock, Knock: Boo’s There: How to Keep Your Trick-or-Treaters Safe Door-To-Door
Halloween is a night of revelry and merriment, mystery and indulgence. It is the one night when even the most protective parents allow their ghouls and goblins to take candy from strangers. They...
Halloween Celebrations in the Modern World
Every year, as the month of October approaches, a tangible anticipation starts to bubble in various parts of the world. Streets soon begin to adorn themselves in shades of orange and black,...
Past Halloween trends and predictions for 2023
As an Irish national who has celebrated Halloween since childhood, you may be interested in learning about the Halloween costume trends of the past few years. Halloween costume trends have followed...
Tracing the Veins of Irish Folklore and Legends Through the Ages
As an emerald land etched in a rich cultural tapestry, Ireland bears an ancient history awash with mystery, magic, and a myriad of otherworldly creatures. Irish folklore and legends, passed down...
The impact of Irish folklore and mythology on the world
Irish folklore and mythology has had a profound impact on the world, influencing literature, art, music, and even politics. Many famous writers, such as W.B. Yeats and James Joyce, were deeply...
Cú Chulainn: The Hound of Ulster and the Pride of Irish Mythology
In the rich tapestry of Irish folklore, no figure stands out quite as much as Cú Chulainn. Also known as the Hound of Ulster, Cú Chulainn is an extraordinary hero whose deeds of...
10 Last-Minute Halloween Costumes for Kids
It's almost Halloween and your kids still don't have costumes. What's a parent to do? The pre-made costumes that you see at every store are pretty expensive, especially if you have more than one...
Creative Ideas for Homemade Halloween Costumes
With summer nearly over and the kids going back to school, the next major holiday to plan for is Halloween. It is no doubt that prices of some costumes can fall way out of budget, especially when...