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Howth Hooks & Reels Samhain Festival 2025
Howth, Co. Dublin
16 October - 30 October 2025
Three evenings of Halloween-themed music, song and stories of mischief, intrigue and enigma. Writers from all over the country may submit 800 word non-fiction stories on the themes of mischievousness, intrigue, and enigma in celebration of Samhain.

Three evenings of stories and song to celebrate Halloween in the Abbey Tavern in Howth. Writers from far and wide are invited to submit their work - non-fiction stories of around 800 words on the themes of mischievousness, intrigue, and enigma in celebration of Samhain. Training with the mic is included, so nobody should be shy. Each one is a wonderful night for everyone involved. MC for the final night (30th October) is national broadcaster and author Dearbhail McDonald.

Thursdays 16, 23 & 30 October from 7pm

Email Laraobrienbooks @gmail.com. Part of Ireland Home of Halloween.

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Event details
Dates
16 October - 30 October 2025
Time
Start 19:00End 22:00
Price
15
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The Abbey Tavern, 28 Abbey St, Howth, Fingal, D13 E9V4, Ireland
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The Abbey Tavern

The Abbey Tavern nestles against the ancient ruins of Howth Abbey, in County Dublin, an ideal spot in which to spend an evening in the genuine atmosphere of old Ireland.

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