Carlow is set to light up this October as FIRE NIGHT returns to the grounds of Carlow College and VISUAL on Friday 24 October 2025. Part of the Samhain Festival 25, this fiery spectacle blends world-class performance, music, and pyrotechnics into a night the whole family will remember. Limited Tickets are available so book your place today.
The event is being held on the grounds of Carlow College and features performers such as ROGU, the electric Sexy Tadhg, and Rocket Pyrotechnics, who will take audiences on a journey of flame and story.
This year, Samhain Festival 25 expands into new territory, with haunting happenings at five venues across Carlow: VISUAL, Delta Centre, The Exchange, The Library and Duckett's Grove. Immerse yourself in a world of folklore and fire, where echoes of tradition meet contemporary spectacle - with ghostly tales, haunting performances, fire shows, costumed revelry, eerie art, family fun and music to raise the dead.
Whether you're drawn by whispers from the Otherworld, donning a disguise to confuse the spirits or dancing with little monsters, Samhain Festival 25 invites all souls - young and old, living and... otherwise - to take part.
From 20 October to 2 November, delve into a celebration that honours the past, embraces the present and welcomes the strange, the spooky and the spectacular.
Speaking about the event, Emma Lucy O’Brien, CEO of VISUAL, said:
“For families, FIRE NIGHT promises memories that last far beyond the evening itself. Family events like FIRE NIGHT are vital. They give parents and caregivers a chance to share wonder with their children—moments that stay with us.”
She added that occasions like FIRE NIGHT reflect the broader role of arts and culture in our lives. “At VISUAL, we believe the arts are not just about entertainment; they’re about connection, imagination, and shared experiences. Culture helps shape who we are as individuals and communities. Events like this remind us of the power of creativity to bring people together, to inspire, and to celebrate what makes Carlow such a vibrant place.”
Kieran Comerford , Head of Economic Development & Enterprise with Carlow County Council added: “Samhain Festival 25 isn’t just about honouring tradition—it’s about families coming together to create lasting memories. These shared experiences directly support our local SMEs helping our community thrive both culturally and economically”.
The Festival for 2025 is organised by a partnership of VISUAL , Carlow County Council , Active Carlow , Carlow Tourism and Delta Centre and the event has strong local backing. Commenting on the event , Cathaoirleach of Carlow County Council , Cllr. Ken Murnane said “Carlow County Council is proud to support FIRE NIGHT as a flagship event in Samhain Festival 25. Our involvement underscores the Council’s commitment to arts, culture, and community — bringing people together and making Carlow a destination for creative experience,”
“When you watch fire dance, you feel the energy, the surprise, the living art. Crafting these family experiences—where young and old can gasp, be still, and feel—makes all the planning worthwhile.”
Tickets are only €7 and selling fast. To secure your spot for this unmissable Carlow experience, visit visualcarlow.ie.
