Haunted Heartlands Podcast Live invites audiences to celebrate Halloween where it all began, with two special evenings in Mullingar and Longford Town, exploring the rich traditions of Samhain in the Heartlands.
The first event takes place on Friday October 23 at Edward J. Valentine’s, Longford Town, with the second on Thursday October 29, at Canton Casey’s Upstairs, Mullingar.
Each event blends live podcast recording, storytelling and conversation with guest speakers exploring the folklore, history and enduring traditions of Samhain. Celebrating the unique myths and legends of Longford, Westmeath and the wider Heartlands, audiences will be invited to become part of the story by sharing their own family traditions, local legends and strange experiences.
Audience members will have the opportunity to share their own family traditions, local legends and strange experiences, celebrating the region’s rich oral heritage and helping to preserve it for future generations.
Whether you’re a lifelong believer, a curious sceptic or simply someone who enjoys a good story, Haunted Heartlands Podcast Live offers a unique experience rooted in place, history and community.
Join us for an evening of live storytelling, folklore and discussion as we uncover the origins of Samhain through local customs, forgotten traditions and chilling tales passed down through generations.


