Fall for Ireland: Five reasons to make this the season to explore all the Emerald Isle has to offer

Dublin, 8th September: Aer Lingus, the Irish flag carrier, is inviting explorers to experience all that Ireland has to offer this fall.

As the summer crowds fade, the Emerald Isle still offers a magical blend of culture, nature, and celebration. From September to December, the country embraces the shorter days with a rich calendar of events and experiences.

With the Aer Lingus Sale offering flights to Ireland from $339* roundtrip, there’s never been a better time to book that adventure.

Halloween in Ireland
Did you know Halloween is originally an Irish celebration? Long before costumes and candy, Halloween began as an ancient Celtic festival known as Samhain (pronounced sow-in) Rooted in ancient traditions, it marked the end of the harvest season and the beginning of winter – a time it was believed that the boundary between the living and the spirit world grew thin.

Visitors can delve into Ireland’s enigmatic past with tours of its mystic castles and houses, such as Leap Castle in Offaly (believed to be the most haunted in Ireland). For those hoping to learn about the Irish capital’s haunted history, the Dublin Ghostbus Tour is sure to frighten and fascinate.

Scenic Walks & Road Trips
The cooler weather makes it an ideal time to explore the breathtaking Irish countryside. Whether you’re hiking in Killarney National Park, strolling through Phoenix Park in Dublin, or taking a scenic drive along the Wild Atlantic Way, the autumn colors add a breathtaking backdrop to every journey.

Visitors to the Emerald Isle from the US can fly directly into Dublin or Shannon, with the latter giving easy access to the rural beauty of counties of Kerry, Clare, Galway and Tipperary.

Explore Ireland’s Rich Heritage
For rainy days or cozy afternoons, Ireland has a rich offering of museums and guided tours for visitors to explore.

These include the EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum, located in Dublin’s Docklands, which shines a light on Ireland’s history and its diaspora, and The National Museum of Ireland, which is home to over two million artifacts from Ireland’s past. For contemporary art lovers, IMMA – Irish Museum of Modern Art in Dublin’s trendy Kilmainham is worth exploring while nearby Kilmainham Gaol is a must-visit for travelers interested in understanding Ireland’s once turbulent past.

Sports
The Pittsburgh Steelers are making history this fall, playing in the first-ever NFL regular season game in Ireland on Sunday, Sept. 28 where they will face the Minnesota Vikings at Dublin’s iconic Croke Park.

You don’t need tickets to the game to experience all that Croke Park has to offer, with a stadium tour giving visitors an introduction to Gaelic games. For horse racing fans, the Listowel Festival in late September is a week of entertainment and racing in the heart of County Kerry.

Live Music
There’s nothing cozier than escaping the elements in a cozy pub with live music. Across Ireland, there’s no shortage of places to go and unwind and listen to traditional music played. In Dublin, the city’s Temple Bar region has heaps of lively venues where you can enjoy local musicians at their best, while sipping a pint or enjoying some local fare.

Traditional dishes like hearty beef and Guinness stew, coddle, and fresh fish and chips (fries) are sure to warm weary travelers after a day exploring the sights and sounds of Ireland.

*Fly to Ireland for less with aerlingus.com, with offers to Ireland including:

New York (JFK and EWR) from $339*, including taxes and fees
Chicago (ORD) from $439*, including taxes and fees
Seattle (SEA) from $399*, including taxes and fees
These fares are valid for travel between October 1, 2025 – December 15, 2025 and January 7, 2026 – March 31, 2026, making it the perfect time to plan an autumn escape or a winter getaway to the Emerald Isle, and beyond.

Aer Lingus is flying its largest ever transatlantic schedule in 2025, with 21 direct routes to Ireland from North America. The airline’s gateways include Denver, Cleveland, Minneapolis-St. Paul, Los Angeles, Hartford Connecticut, and many more.

With optimized flight schedules, Aer Lingus offers seamless connections through Dublin to top European destinations including Manchester, London, Glasgow, Edinburgh, Paris, Berlin, Barcelona, Madrid, and Amsterdam – making it an ideal choice for travelers seeking convenience and efficiency.

Customers flying across the Atlantic with Aer Lingus will enjoy the airline’s famous Irish hospitality, as well as complimentary meals and refreshments and endless hours of in-flight entertainment. Aer Lingus customers can also enjoy the convenience of US Customs and Border pre-clearance at Dublin and Shannon airports in Ireland.

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