Each and every family has its very own traditions, some that have been passed down for generations and some that have popped up in more modern circumstances.
Christmastide in Ireland is full of little celebrations, stories and habits – which makes it a wonderful time to learn about and enjoy our heritage. Some of the things I’ve listed below have been adapted for a more contemporary Christmas, while others exist as they always have done – but all of them tell their own tale of an Irish Noël.
Do your family share any of these yuletide quirks? Tell us your favourite Christmas tradition in the comments!
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Loved reading the Irish traditions at Christmas. I. Am Irish and never heard of most of them except midnight mass was always a tradition in our family that my mom and my aunts always stuck to.my great grand parents immigrated to Canada and also kept that tradition of midnight mass alive so thanks for reminding me…🍀🇮🇪
My roots are in Ireland. Ancestors washed up on the shores of the Outer Banks in North Carolina many years ag. I’ve always wanted to visit. Maybe one day. I always enjoy learning about my heritage
Thank you so much for sharing, I’ve never heard of a few of these and sadly Midnight Mass is not something that happens in my town anymore. I loved finding out the history of decking the halls with Holly. Traditions are the stories family tell over the years.