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Samhain Poetry Book Launch

25 October 2026Free entry

Listen to poetry inspired by Samhain at a seasonal book launch in Longford.

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When
25 October 2026
Where
Lyons Bar, Longford, Longford
Entry
Free entry
Kind
Literature

About the event

The gathering centres on readings that explore autumn and its associated traditions. It suits visitors interested in spoken literature and the connections between writing and the changing season.

Sources: Fáilte Ireland Open Data

Visiting details

The launch is listed for 25 October, with free admission and no advance booking required. It is intended for adults. Confirm the reading time through the festival programme before setting out.

Sources: Fáilte Ireland Open Data

Programme

  • Sunday, 25 October 2026Check the booking page for times

    Samhain Poetry Book Launch

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Free entry.

Fáilte Ireland Open Data, imported 22 September 2026

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Programme and visiting details are based on the sources below, checked on the dates shown. The original listing was supplied by Fáilte Ireland under CC BY 4.0. For changes to the programme or ticket availability, follow the organiser’s official link.

  • Fáilte Ireland Open Data · imported 22 September 2026
    Event-specific licensed tourism record read and rewritten; organiser link checked but not independently accessible.

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