Halloween
Halloween, celebrated annually on Oct. 31, is a festive and spooky tradition that has roots in the ancient Celtic festival called Samhain. It marked the end of the harvest season and the beginning of winter when the boundary between the living and the dead blurred. In the eighth century, Pope Gregory III designated Nov. 1 as All Saints' Day, incorporating some of Samhain's elements.
Today, Halloween involves various activities like costume parties, trick-or-treating, and haunted house visits. Children and adults alike don elaborate costumes and go trick-or-treating. Decorations, including carved pumpkins (jack-o'-lanterns), symbolize the warding off of evil spirits. The holiday has transcended its religious origins to become a widely embraced, secular celebration, fostering creativity, community, and a sense of playful fright.
Latest Halloween News and Updates
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Heidi Klum is undoubtedly the "Queen of Halloween."
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No Party Store Needed: Last-Minute Costume Ideas from TikTok
One TikToker even suggested dressing up as Zendaya from 'Challengers' for Halloween.
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They’re easy to DIY, too!
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There something for every type of scary movie aficionado.
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The time has come, and donut lovers can rejoice. The Halloween Munchkin Bucket is every bit as adorable as Dunkin' promised in promos.
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In a now-viral video, a woman and her friend discovered several brand-new costumes in a dumpster behind their local Spirit Halloween.
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A group of kids put some of their own candy inside of an empty Halloween bowl and the internet is loving how selfless and sweet they are.
This Man's Halloween Weekend Was Ruined by the "World Men Have Created for Women"
When one content creator tried to go out for Halloween, he found the scares were a little too real for a couple of women. Ladies just want to live.
These Cats Got Dressed up for Halloween and Their Costumes Are Incredible
Although dogs usually tend to steal the show on Halloween, these cats in Halloween costumes will definitely make your spooky season a little better.
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Social media users are jokingly revealing they "hate going to gay Halloween parties" because of their iconic costumes. Check out the memes below!
7 of the Most Hilarious Black Twitter Memes to Be for Halloween
Life is too short to take yourself too seriously. Luckily, Black Twitter has several memes that could be very non-serious Halloween costumes.
A Woman Documents Her Nightmare-ish Uber Ride as Sloth from 'The Goonies'
When a woman wears a scary Halloween costume in her Uber, she looks so ugly that the driver doesn’t even want to pick her up ... or so it seems.
Lights, Camera, Strike! 8 SAG-AFTRA Strike-Approved Halloween Costumes
SAG-AFTRA recently released guidelines for members looking to celebrate Halloween. With that said, here are a few strike-approved Halloween costumes!
Test Your Kids' Halloween Knowledge With These 35 Spooktacular Trivia Question and Answers
Halloween is right around the corner, and what better way to celebrate the spookiest season than with a round of Halloween trivia with your kids?
Halloween Costume Ideas for Teachers That Will Delight Your Students
Looking for Halloween costume ideas for teachers? We've got you covered with easy group costumes, storybook character costumes, and more.
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McDonald's Boo Buckets were a spooky staple starting in 1986. They disappeared in 2016 and returned in 2022. They're back in 2023 with 4 new designs.
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We tried Burger King's Ghost Pepper Chicken Fries just in time for the Halloween season, but these aren't really for the faint of heart.
The Ultimate Halloween Costume Guide for Groups of Four
Discover the ultimate Halloween group costume ideas for four friends. Get ready to impress and have a blast with these creative outfit ideas!
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A chill and chills are in the air as Halloween approaches. Since 2023 was jam-packed with pop culture moments, we're calling upon them for costume inspo.
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Need some inspiration for your Halloween costume this year? We've rounded up the best memes that would make for the perfect Halloween costume.
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Looking for a last-minute Halloween costume for guys? Here are some easy, cheap, and creative ideas from Jake from State Farm to Bob Ross.
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Halloween is around the corner, but if you're on a tight budget, here are 11 easy costume that you can throw together using normal clothes.
Boo! These Expensive Halloween Candy Prices Are Practically a Jump Scare
This person is complaining about Halloween candy prices getting too expensive, and we're inclined to agree. Here's what folks have to say.
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Since the beginning of the horror genre, women have been an integral part in scaring the masses. Take a look at our top 10 Final Girls in horror.
When Was Halloween Invented? A Brief and Chilling History of the Spookiest Holiday
The iconic holiday we know and love had its origins more than 200 years ago. Here, Halloween's history explained. (Also, who invented trick or treat?)