May 4

Fairy Day. According to Irish folklore, it is on this day that the mischievous fairy folk emerge from their hiding places.

To prevent human children from being stolen by the fairies and replaced by grotesque changelings, an offering of tea and bread must be left on the doorstep for the little people.

For protection against fairies while traveling (especially through heavily wooded areas or open fields), wear your coat inside out. This is said to cause them such great confusion that they are unable to cause any trouble.