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2 events,
Honouring the Legacy of a Literary GreatThe Padraic Colum Gathering celebrates the life and work of one of Ireland’s most important literary figures through readings, performances, talks and cultural events. Bringing together writers, artists, scholars and the wider community, the gathering highlights Longford’s contribution to Ireland’s literary and artistic heritage.
Free
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Join a real-life mother and daughter on a road trip from Donegal to southern Italy, as they weave their personal stories with those of Italian immigrants in Northern Ireland. Blending performance, video, archive testimony and live electronic music, the duo meet present-day migrants, activists and strangers along the route, asking who gets to draw the […]
€15
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5 events,
Celebrating the Ancient Origins of HalloweenSamhain in the Heartlands is a unique seasonal programme exploring the ancient traditions and folklore associated with Halloween in Longford and Westmeath. Through immersive experiences, storytelling, music, fire displays and family-friendly activities, the festival celebrates Ireland’s rich mythological heritage and the enduring spirit of Samhain.
Free
As the weather changes and autumn starts to move in, we’re getting ready for the last three Ballymahon Markets of 2026! 📍 SKELLY’S YARD, BALLYMAHON 🧺 FRIDAY 2nd OCTOBER 9AM – 2PM Our October market with local vendors, crafts, pottery, food, jewellery & gifts. 🔥 FRIDAY 30th OCTOBER 5PM – 9PM 🎃 SAMHAIN NIGHT TIME […]
Free
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In this workshop you will discover main principles in photography, videography and editing. We’ll learn how to see a good shot easily, analyze editing tools, delve into sound design and learn what are “hooks” and how to use them. All information is suitable for beginners with a personal approach. Hosted by Kristina a Ukrainian photographer, […]
FREE
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2nd October 2026 7pm Temperance Hall, Longford As the days grow shorter and the fields yield their final bounty, join us for an unforgettable Harvest Supper Club - an evening celebrating the richness of the Irish harvest and the ancient traditions that gave birth to Halloween. Long before costumes and carved pumpkins, our ancestors gathered […]
€75
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Longford filmmakers Robert Higgins and Patrick McGivney present a selection of short films produced through Harp Media, including Angels Guard Thee, Drifting, Duffle Bag Boy, I’m Alright and Clonfin. Spanning drama, comedy and local history, the programme brings together a collection of character-driven stories made in the Midlands and beyond. The screening will be followed by a conversation about the films […]
FREE
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This class is designed for every body. You don’t need to be flexible or experienced to participate. We will flow slowly through asanas, allowing you to move at your own pace, find mind-body connect and hopefully leave feeling deeply relaxed. 3rd October 11.30am Backstage Theatre Suitable for all ages. Get your tickets now on: https://backstage.ie/events/yoga-workshop/
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Darren Yorke is an award-winning playmaker from Longford. He makes theatre with and for young people by making a game of the process, using improvisation as a way to create, collaborate, and present work that feels like play. Darren’s approach to improvisation isn’t about making stuff up under pressure — it’s about making things happen […]
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Trudy’s stuck in Dublin. Her best friend’s down under. She’s not dead. She’s just on a working visa. You are now entering a binding contract, a waiver of unwavering friendship, with Trudy (whether you like her or not). You will become Trudy’s half-marathon motivators, party plus-ones and quarter-life crisis comforters. Together, let’s enter Trudy’s vibrant, […]
€15
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As the days grow shorter and the fields yield their final bounty, join us for an unforgettable Harvest Supper Club—an evening celebrating the richness of the Irish harvest and the ancient traditions that gave birth to Halloween. Long before costumes and carved pumpkins, our ancestors gathered at Samhain, the Celtic festival marking the end of the harvest […]
€70
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4 events,
Celebrate the harvest season with a visit to the Pumpkin Patch at Stewart Family Farm. Wander through the fields, choose your perfect pumpkin and enjoy the sights and colours of autumn in a relaxed countryside setting. A favourite seasonal outing for families, the experience offers plenty of opportunities for photographs, exploring the farm and making […]
POA
Join us for a cosy and creative Beeswax Candle Making Workshop inspired by the ancient traditions of Samhain and the natural rhythms of the season. During this hands-on workshop, guests will explore a variety of traditional candle-making techniques using beautiful natural beeswax. You’ll learn how to create hand-dipped taper candles, rolled beeswax candles, and small […]
€50
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'Taskmaster Longford' - a show inspired by the popular Channel 4 show Taskmaster. This year is our 3rd year with thanks to the incredible community and desire for more (and now with help of the Midlands Adventurers Guild), our event this year is at the Bottleneck Bar - 8pm on October 10th. This time around […] |
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Retail Therepy Museum, Abbeyshrule Step back this Halloween and discover the fascinating world of shopping through the decades. Join us for a night at the museum, an exclusive evening celebrating the history of retail from the 1950s through to the 1990s. Explore how our high streets, local shops, and shopping habits have evolved over the […]
FREE
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17th October 2026 10am - 4pm Cloughan, Abbeyshrule, Co.Longford Discover the journey from orchard to glass with this hands-on cider making workshop in the heart of rural Longford. Hosted by Fiona Egan in Cloughan, Abbeyshrule, participants will learn about traditional cider making, from selecting and pressing apples to the fermentation process and the craft behind […]
€125
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Discover the fascinating traditions of an Irish Samhain and make your own authentic Halloween mask in this hands-on workshop with Dr Melissa Shiels. Learn how our ancestors marked the end of the harvest and welcomed the darker half of the year through customs, games and protective rituals. Explore traditional celebrations such as Snap Apple, and […]
POA
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23rd - 31st October Various Times Longford Longford's Dead of Night Festival brings the heart of Longford Town alive with a packed programme of family-friendly entertainment, live performances, music, storytelling and spectacular street events during the Home of Halloween celebrations. The festival transforms the town, with events happening throughout the day and into the evening. […]
Free
You are invited to join in a live podcast recording discussing Longford’s darkest legends, haunted places and stories. Special Longford Edition As part of Home of Halloween’s ‘Samhain in the Heartlands’ festival, join host Olga Aughey and guests for a special Longford edition of Haunted Westmeath Podcast. Recorded live at Edward J Valentines, on the night […]
FREE
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Step into the darker side of Ballymahon's past on his guided evening walking tour with local historian and storyteller Seán Clancy. As you explore the town's streets, Seán will share tales of local folklore, mysterious happenings, forgotten characters and stories that have been passed down through generations. Blending history with legend, this atmospheric walk offers […]
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As the harvest is gathered and the nights grow longer, the veil between worlds grows thin. A group of thieving creatures from the Otherworld have set their sights on the season's bounty, which is supposed to last throughout the cold winter until spring. Children are invited to paint their own miniature hero before setting out […]
FREE
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6th November 2026 7pm Doory Hall Demense There are places where history lingers. Places where the walls still whisper, where candlelight flickers through ancient stone , and where, for one extraordinary night, each year, the past comes alive. This October, step beyond the veil and join us for The Last Wake at Doory Hall Demense […]
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Aindrais de Staic brings his distinctive mix of storytelling, music, comedy and spoken word to Lyons Bar, Longford, alongside The Latchikos, whose lively blend of Balkan, Roma, Irish and world music has made them a favourite with audiences across the country. Together they create a performance that combines original songs, colourful stories, humour and exceptional […]
€14
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For the past few months poets from Ireland and beyond have been putting pen to paper and creating vibrant poems for this autumn season. Poets with subjects such as Halloween, autumn, haunting, solstice, harvest, mystery, mystical, ghostly and much more. Join us for this poetry book launch that is sure to inspire you and encourage […]
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Mosstown Harbour An evening of storytelling, song and folklore, exploring Samhain, remembrance and stories of departure along the National Famine Way. Suitable for adults and children aged 10 and over. Outdoor marquee event. Dress warmly. Limited places—advance booking essential.
€5
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Irish Music, Live & Loud Boys from the Black Stuff, featuring Cronin and Andy Nolan A Shane MacGowan Tribute with Special Guest Mundy Boys from the Black Stuff bring the legendary songs of Shane MacGowan and The Pogues to the stage, following their long friendship and collaboration with Shane. Joining them is Mundy, one of […]
€15
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Step into the heart of Samhain this Home of Halloween season at Knights & Conquests Heritage Centre, where ancient Ireland comes to life through hair raising, spine - tingling celebrations of myth, magic & mystery. Families are invited to enjoy our Children's Samhain Scavenger Hunt from the 26th of October - 30th of October with […]
€10
Set Sail on a Halloween adventure with the Lough Ree Access for All boat and discover the spooky side of one of Ireland's most legendary lakes. This family friendly 90-minute cruise combines haunting local folklore, mysterious tales and playful Halloween fun as the fully accessible boat is transformed into an eerie floating experience. Meet colourful […]
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As light turns to darkness, the atmosphere morphs for those daring enough to enter the Knights & Conquests Haunted Maze. From the 26th October -- 30th October with multiple sessions each evening, this immersive, haunting experience will take visitors deep into the mythical world, inspired by Irelands vast and ancient legends. Wander through scary, eerie […]
€12
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Corlea Trackway, Keenagh, Longford Celebrate the arrival of Samhain at the remarkable Corlea Trackway with family-friendly events inspired by the traditions, stories and heritage of the season. Set against the backdrop of Ireland's largest Iron Age bog road, this special Home of Halloween event will offer an opportunity to experience one of the country's most […]
FREE
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A thousand years ago, St Patrick drove the serpents from Ireland... or so the stories claim. The truth has been buried by time. Patrick was not just a saint but a druid of unimaginable powers. The "Serpents" he banished were no mere snakes, but deadly Wrymlings. Young dragons who terrorised the land. When finally defeated, […]
FREE
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Halloween HQ returns to Pig Market Lane for two days of free family fun in the heart of Longford's Dead of Night Festival. Drop in and enjoy a packed programme of creative activities and live entertainment, including arts and crafts, face painting, storytelling, music, and the ever-popular Bug & Reptile Zoo. With plenty to see and […]
Free
Scavenger Hunt @ Halloween HQ @ Pig MARKET LANE Our scavenger hunt is the perfect family activity for this autumn Home of Halloween. Families will answer questions and clues placed around Longford Town, and when the hunt is completed and questions are answered, families can claim their book prize. Questions will be based on spooky […]
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Step into an Otherworld, where stories of the Goddess Tlachtga lighting the first fire at Samhain thousands of years ago meets that of a super star impersonator with a fondness for Barm Brack and electric guitar. Where Witches - revealed to be the Bean Feasa, Bean Ghlúine and Bean Chaointe - prophets, carers and healers, […]
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30th October 2026 11.30am – 4pm Cloughan Farm & Cookery School, Abbeyshrule, Co.Longford Your experience begins at Cloughan Farm, where you will be warmly welcomed with morning tea and scones by your host, Fiona and alongside local guide Kathryn Keenan. Kathryn is a key figure in the community who brings a wealth of local knowledge, […]
€75
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30th October 2026 5-9pm Skelly's Bar, Main St, Ballymahon Step into the magic of Samhain and join us for our spectacular Halloween Night Market on Friday 30th October, from 5pm -9 pm, at Skelly's Bar & Courtyard Ballymahon. This special Halloween celebration promises a vibrant evening of local crafts, artisan food, entertainment and festive fun […]
FREE
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6 events,
31st October 2026 7pm Longford Town As darkness falls, the streets of Longford Town will come alive with fire, light, music and movement as the Fire & Shadows Procession makes its way through the town centre. Inspired by the traditions of Samhain, this spectacular outdoor event brings together local artists, performers and community groups in […]
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Stay safely in your cars as you venture into the eerie world of the Ballinamuck Halloween Spooky Drive. This unique drive - through Halloween experience takes visitors along a 2km route packed with chilling scenes, unexpected twists and plenty of spooky surprises around every corner. Created by the dedicated volunteers of Ballinamuck Foróige Juniors, the […]
€15
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3 events,
Promoting Healthier, Safer and Stronger CommunitiesThe Community Safety & Wellbeing Expo will bring together organisations, agencies and community groups to provide information, advice and interactive activities focused on safety, health and wellbeing. The event encourages collaboration, awareness and positive community engagement while supporting residents of all ages.
Free
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