Turnip Lantern Carving Workshop
Visitors carve their own turnip lanterns with guidance from local craftspeople
Hop-tu-Naa
Hop-tu-Naa (Oie Houney)
Port Erin, Isle of Man
Oct 31, 2026ExpectedSource
Each October 31, the Isle of Man celebrates Hop-tu-Naa, its own ancient version of Halloween rooted in the old Celtic harvest. In Port Erin, families carry carved lanterns and sing traditional Manx songs, in a festival marking the turn toward winter that is far older than the modern Halloween.
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Traditional Song Sing-Along
Attendees can join local singer Matt Kelly for a communal song of Hop-tu-Naa tunes
Around 11:00
Storytelling by the Fire
Families gather indoors by a fire to listen to tales and legends of Hop-tu-Naa and Manx folklore
Around 14:00
Where it happens
Cregneash Village Folk Museum
Port Erin, Isle of Man
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Dress for the setting
Warm clothing recommended
Read the local rhythm
Knowledge of Hop-tu-Naa songs
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Knock on doors politely and sing the Hop-tu-Naa rhymes to request offerings; thank hosts. I...
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Crowds & timing
Crowd level: moderate.
Tickets
Free events are available.
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Hop-tu-Naa
Hop-tu-Naa (Oie Houney)
Port Erin, Isle of Man
Each October 31, the Isle of Man celebrates Hop-tu-Naa, its own ancient version of Halloween rooted in the old Celtic harvest. In Port Erin, families carry carved lanterns and sing traditional Manx songs, in a festival marking the turn toward winter that is far older than the modern Halloween.
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The story behind it
Hop-tu-Naa corresponds to the Celtic new year rising of winter (Sauin/Samhain). In pre-Christian times it marked the harvest’s end and the thinning veil between worlds. Manx culture preserves this through songs, dances, and lantern-lighting customs unique to the island. Oie Houney (Manx for "Winter Night") is an alternate name reflecting its role as the old year’s last evening. Over time it became firmly embedded in Isle of M...
Key moments to know
Turnip Lantern Carving Workshop
Visitors carve their own turnip lanterns with guidance from local craftspeople
Around 11:00Approximate
Traditional Song Sing-Along
Attendees can join local singer Matt Kelly for a communal song of Hop-tu-Naa tunes
Around 14:00Approximate
Storytelling by the Fire
Families gather indoors by a fire to listen to tales and legends of Hop-tu-Naa and Manx folklore
How to show up well
first-timer tips
Dress for the setting
Warm clothing recommended
Read the local rhythm
Knowledge of Hop-tu-Naa songs
Photo with care
Knock on doors politely and sing the Hop-tu-Naa rhymes to request offerings; thank hosts. If at events, follow...
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Oct 31, 2026
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City / Area
Port Erin
Rushen
Cost
Free public events available
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Families welcome
Very High visitor welcome
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