Experience Athboy
The Púca Festival town of Athboy is an important hub of Halloween tradition, with ancient manuscripts telling us that Tlachtga (pronounced Clackda) or The Hill of Ward was a site of great Samhain gathering. As the sun sets and the ceremonial fire is lit on Saturday, 31st October, visitors will gather at the Fair Green in Athboy to join the Lighting of the Samhain Fire to honour their ancestors.
This symbolic event connects the landscapes of Tlachtga, Tara, Loughcrew, Tailteann and Uisneach, to a central Púca flame, laden with messages to our ancestors. As the flames ignite, the stage will be set, and a night of music and celebration will ensue.
A reminder for Hill of Ward tours and activities
If you’re attending a tour or activity at the Hill of Ward, please note that there is strictly no parking available on site.
A shuttle bus will operate from Clann Na nGael GAA Grounds (C15 PP71) to bring ticket holders to the site. The shuttle bus is included in your ticket price, so there is no additional cost.
Please arrive at the shuttle bus departure point at least 10 minutes before your scheduled activity time to allow time to check in.
Visitor Information
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