Meet the Spirits of Samhain at Púca Festival

Step into the world of Irish mythology, folklore and Samhain, where ancient gods, goddesses, shapeshifters and otherworldly spirits have shaped stories passed down through generations. At Púca Festival, these figures inspire the fire, storytelling, procession, performance and spectacle that bring the traditions of Samhain to life across Trim and Athboy.

From the mischievous Púca, the shape-shifting spirit at the heart of the festival, to Aillén the Burner, Boann, The Morrígan and the unsettling Fear Dearg, each character opens a door into a different part of Ireland’s mythological past. Their stories explore transformation, mischief, fire, fate, nature and the mysterious boundary between this world and the Otherworld.

Discover the legends behind the Home of Halloween and meet some of the fascinating spirits and characters whose stories continue to inspire Púca Festival today.