Halloween
Saturday, October 31, 2026
Halloween on October 31 blends ancient harvest festivals, Christian All Saints' traditions, and modern pop culture. It features costumes, trick-or-treating, pumpkin carving, haunted attractions, parties, and spooky fun for all ages.
History
Roots trace to the Celtic Samhain (end of harvest, when spirits were thought to walk). The Church placed All Hallows on Nov 1, making Oct 31 its eve. Irish/Scottish immigrants popularized it in America, where it evolved into a largely secular, commercial, child-friendly holiday with strong retail and entertainment elements.
How It's Celebrated
Carve jack-o'-lanterns, dress in creative costumes, go trick-or-treating or host a trunk-or-treat, throw a costume party, watch classic horror or family-friendly spooky movies, decorate your home, visit a pumpkin patch or haunted house, and enjoy seasonal treats. Safety first for kids.