About 2,450,000 results
Open links in new tab
  1. Halloween - Wikipedia

    Halloween, or Hallowe'en [7] [8] (less commonly known as Allhalloween, [9] All Hallows' Eve, [10] or All Saints' Eve), [11] is a celebration observed in many countries on 31 October, the eve of …

  2. Halloween | Definition, Origin, History, & Facts | Britannica

    Jun 2, 2025 · Halloween, a holiday observed on October 31, the evening before All Saints’ Day. The celebration marks the day before the Western Christian feast of All Saints and initiates the …

  3. Halloween: Origins, Meaning & Traditions - HISTORY

    Nov 18, 2009 · Halloween has always been a holiday filled with mystery, magic and superstition. It began as a Celtic end-of-summer festival during which people felt especially close to …

  4. History of Halloween - World History Encyclopedia

    Oct 21, 2019 · Halloween is among the oldest traditions in the world as it touches on an essential element of the human condition: the relationship between the living and the dead. The …

  5. The History Of Halloween: Origins, Traditions & Facts | HistoryExtra

    Oct 23, 2024 · Below, explore the history behind Halloween, from its ancient roots to the origins of a much-loved modern phenomenon, the pumpkin spice latte. When did we start celebrating …

  6. The History of Halloween: The Meaning and Origins - Parade

    Jun 4, 2025 · We're taking a look at the history of Halloween and its origins, as well as the meaning behind Halloween symbols. These days, Halloween is a time for trick-or-treating, …

  7. What Is Halloween? All About the Holidays Origins and Traditions

    Oct 22, 2024 · When is Halloween, and what is the true story behind it? Every year it's held on October 31 for two reasons: a pagan one and a Christian one. The ancient Gaelic festival of …

  8. What Is Halloween? | Halloween Definition, History & Facts 2024

    Oct 28, 2024 · As it exists today in the United States, Halloween is a holiday when we can all indulge in the darker, creepier side of life and eat loads of candy. It’s a lot of fun, a little spooky …

  9. Halloween: History, Traditions, and Celebration Tips - Food and …

    Halloween is a holiday rich in history and tradition, evolving from ancient Celtic rituals to a modern celebration of all things spooky and fun. Whether you're donning a costume, carving a …

  10. HALLOWEEN - National Today

    Halloween on October 31 is undoubtedly the creepiest, most ghostly holiday of them all. Children dress up as Batman, the Joker, Wonder Woman, or some other favorite character; go to …

Refresh