Halloween Articles

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...

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...

Unveiling the Rich Tapestry of Irish Folklore and Legends Through the Ages

Ireland, a land steeped in history and mysticism, holds a captivating tapestry of folklore and legends that have been passed down through generations. From ancient Celtic mythology to tales of...

Halloween Safety Tips For Everyone

It is quickly becoming, time once again, when children love to dress up to trick-or-treat in hopes of a big bag of candy as the reward. While this time of year can be fun for all, it can be...

The History of Halloween

The clock chimes. It is 6:00 pm on October 31st. Children rush out the door, dressed to the nines as ghouls and goblins. They swoop down on neighborhoods that are armed and ready; armed with candy...

An Irish Halloween

Halloween, a time honored tradition in many places around the world, may have its origins in Ireland. In fact, one of the reasons why the celebration in the United States and Ireland is so similar...

7 Hollywood Stars Who Started in Horror Films

The horror film industry doesn't always get the credit that it deserves in Hollywood. The horror genre often goes unrecognized during awards season, even though some of the biggest movie stars got...

Halloween Party Games Kids Will Love!

What's a Halloween party without the punch, the treats or the games? In this day and age, it can sometimes be a little hard to entertain miniature ghouls and goblins with the same old party games....

Three Cheap and Easy Halloween Costumes

Do you need a Halloween costume for your youngster this year, but your budget is really low? Don't fret. You can make a unique and compelling Halloween costume for practically nothing using...

Traditional Halloween Divination Games from Ireland

Halloween history has always had a spiritual element. In Ireland and other northern European countries, it was believed that the future and past existed in the present during Halloween night. This...

Halloween Safety Tips – Have Fun and Stay Safe!

Halloween means fun, whether you're still young enough to enjoy trick-or-treating, or old enough to hand out candy at the door. Here are some guidelines to ensure that the only scary things you...

'Green' Halloween Costumes Don't Have to Be… Green

This year promise yourself that you won't buy your children Halloween costumes from the drug or discount store. You don't have to, you know. And you don't have to be a talented sewer or artistic...

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...

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