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Bealtaine Fire Festival

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Spectators gather for ancient Celtic fire procession that welcomes summer

Spectators gather for ancient Celtic fire procession that welcomes summer

Sun, 11 May, 2025

Storytellers and musicians donned ancient garbs and head-dresses for the Bealtaine fire festival.

Thousands celebrate return of summer at Bealtaine Fire Festival

Thousands celebrate return of summer at Bealtaine Fire Festival

Sun, 12 May, 2024

The event in County Westmeath is a celebration of one of Ireland’s oldest traditions.