Halloween in Ireland
In 2026, Halloween falls on Saturday, 31 October 2026.
About Halloween
Halloween, known as Oíche Shamhna in Irish, has its roots in the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain, which marked the end of the harvest and the beginning of winter. Celebrated annually on October 31st, it is a significant cultural event in Ireland featuring costume parties, bonfires, and the carving of jack-o'-lanterns. While it is not a public holiday, it is widely observed with community gatherings and fireworks.
Halloween dates in Ireland
Observance dates for Halloween across a 10-year window (2025-2031).
| Year | Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 31 Oct 2025 | Friday | Halloween |
| 2026This year | 31 Oct 2026 | Saturday | Halloween |
| 2027 | 31 Oct 2027 | Sunday | Halloween |
| 2028 | 31 Oct 2028 | Tuesday | Halloween |
| 2029 | 31 Oct 2029 | Wednesday | Halloween |
| 2030 | 31 Oct 2030 | Thursday | Halloween |
| 2031 | 31 Oct 2031 | Friday | Halloween |
31 Oct 2025
Friday · Halloween
31 Oct 2026
Saturday · Halloween
31 Oct 2027
Sunday · Halloween
31 Oct 2028
Tuesday · Halloween
31 Oct 2029
Wednesday · Halloween
31 Oct 2030
Thursday · Halloween
31 Oct 2031
Friday · Halloween
