Hop Tu Naa

Hop tu Naa is a celebration of the Celtic New Year and is one of the oldest continuous Manx traditions. Although it is similar to other celebrations around the world on 31st October –
including Halloween, All Hallows Eve, Samhain and Hollantide – the Isle of Man’s combination of traditions is all our own.

Historically Hop tu naa marked of the end of the summer and the start of winter preparations, and it is linked to a wealth folklore and myth. The folklore and traditions around Hop Tu Naa celebrations at this time of year have always played an important role on the Island.

Hop tu Naa is a time for getting together with your family, having fun and celebrating. At this time of the year people gather to experience singing dancing, storytelling, divination games (predicting the future), cooking and even turnip (or moot) carving!

Take part in our extraordinary Hop tu Naa celebrations at a wealth of events to celebrate this unique traditional festival as well as others mixed with modern Halloween activities.

If you are visiting the Island at this time of year, you may want to also be inspired by other things to do on the Isle of Man in autumn - find a cosy country stay and don your wellies for family walks to experience landscapes and vistas in majestic autumn colour.