Halloween - Wikipedia
Halloween[a] is a celebration observed in many countries on 31 October, the eve of the Western Christian feast of All Hallows' Day.
The History of Halloween: Traditions and Meaning of the Holiday
Oct 14, 2025 · Halloween has been celebrated for centuries. Here's what experts say about its origin, history and the meaning behind some of its most popular customs.
Halloween | Definition, Origin, History, Traditions, & Facts
5 hours ago · Halloween is a holiday observed annually on October 31 and noted for its pagan origins and its Christian roots as well as its secular traditions. In much of Europe and most of …
Halloween: Origins, Meaning & Traditions | HISTORY
Nov 18, 2009 · Halloween is a holiday celebrated each year on October 31. In 2025, Halloween falls on Friday, October 31. The tradition originated with the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain, …
Halloween: The History of the Holiday and Its Traditions
Oct 9, 2025 · We celebrate Halloween every year, but do you know the origin story? We’re breaking down the history of Halloween and its traditions like costumes and candy.
Ten Halloween Facts and Traditions You Need to Know
1 day ago · Halloween is the most popular holiday in the world, after Christmas (based on level-of-celebration and consumer spending) and, increasingly, the most lucrative. According to the …
The Real Origins of Halloween Traditions | The Old Farmer's …
Oct 22, 2025 · Discover the history behind Halloween traditions: jack-o’-lanterns, costumes, trick-or-treating, and more. Learn why we celebrate this spooky holiday today.
The History Of Halloween: Origins, Traditions & Facts | HistoryExtra
Oct 23, 2024 · Pumpkins are carved, decorations appear and children (and adults) ready their costumes. But where did these traditions begin? Below, explore the history behind Halloween, …
Where did Halloween originate? Here's the history of the holiday
2 days ago · An ancient Celtic Festival, the Catholic Church, the Irish Potato Famine, and community leaders turned Halloween into the holiday we know today. Here's the history.
The Real History of Halloween - Lifehacker
Oct 20, 2025 · Where did Halloween come from and how did it end up like this? The real history of Halloween is far more complicated than we've been led to believe.