Lá Bealtaine, the Irish word for May Day, is named after the day when spring moves into summer and the earth tilts its face towards the sun.
From food and music to dancing, sports and the power of fragrance, we’ve got a few fun ways to show your appreciation for Lá Bealtaine, in Ireland this year.
Bealtaine Festival
Ireland’s national celebration of arts and creativity as we age, is returning for May 2024 with an all-new theme – ‘Lust for Life’. Festivalgoers can expect an exciting array of events including Prom Night, in partnership with Street 66 and Outhouse, which is an opportunity for older LGBTQIA+ individuals and those who may have missed out on prom experiences in their youth, to enjoy a magical evening of music, performances, and nostalgia.
This is a pioneering arts festival that fosters creativity among older people across Ireland through intergenerational collaboration, showcasing older artists, and promoting skills and experiences that can lead to a rich, creative life. Visit bealtaine.ie for more information.
Blas na Bealtaine
Blas Na Gaillimhe (A Taste of Galway) is a food network and festival that celebrates Galway’s unique year-round hospitality is kickstarting a month of deliciousness in May. Blas na Bealtaine will celebrate people and food from across the globe but right here in the west. Through festivals, events, and collaborations, it will celebrate the diversity, creativity, and passion that define Galway’s food culture.
The festival has a diverse lineup of workshops, talks, and events designed to introduce and ignite people’s passion for what is here on our doorstep. From traditional feasts to innovative wine explorations, there is something for every palate and every curiosity.
Lá Bealtaine Eau de Parfum – €130
It’s only right that the start of the summer season should have it’s own dedicated scent, and now it has. Created by Irish perfume brand, Cloon Keen, it’s an ultra-feminine perfume dedicated to the vivacity and joy of youth. Lá Bealtaine opens with beams of bergamot, mandarin and neroli while sun-warmed patchouli and cedar provide the backdrop to a languorous amber haze.
Wear it throughout the year to bring the warmth and essence of summer with you, wherever you go.
“Senior Squad” Stadium Tours
As ‘Bealtaine’ is the month of celebrating arts and culture as we age, the GAA Museum at Croke Park is inviting senior citizens and active retirement groups to embark on an exciting journey behind the scenes of Ireland’s most iconic stadium with an enticing special offer. ‘Senior Squad Mondays’ means that anyone aged over 65 who goes on a tour or on a group excursion will get an exclusive discounted rate every Monday.
Whether you’re a dedicated GAA enthusiast or simply curious, the entertaining and informative tours guarantee an enriching experience as you delve into history and culture of the GAA, and enjoy some of the finest views Dublin has to offer.
