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  1. Halloween - Wikipedia

    Halloween, [a] also known as All Hallows' Eve, [9] or All Saints' Eve, [10] is a celebration observed in many countries on 31 October, the eve of the Western Christian feast of All Hallows' Day.

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

    Nov 28, 2025 · Halloween is a holiday that marks the evening before the Western Christian feast of All Saints, or All Hallows, and hence it initiates the season of Allhallowtide. In much of Europe and North …

  3. Halloween: Origins, Meaning & Traditions | HISTORY

    Nov 18, 2009 · Halloween’s origins date back to the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain (pronounced sow-in). The Celts, who lived 2,000 years ago mostly in what is now Ireland, the United Kingdom and …

  4. What Does the Word “Halloween” Mean? - Dictionary.com

    Oct 20, 2023 · Fittingly, everything about Halloween is a bit bizarre. Kids put on costumes and demand candy from strangers. People decorate their houses with spiderwebs and gravestones. Even the …

  5. History of Halloween - World History Encyclopedia

    Oct 21, 2019 · Halloween's origins trace back to the Celtic celebration of Samhain (pronounced "sou-when") when the veil between the living and the dead was thought to be thinnest and souls passed …

  6. 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.

  7. The Real Origins of Halloween Traditions | The Old Farmer's Almanac

    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.

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

    Oct 31, 2025 · We're taking a look at the history of Halloween, its origins, as well as the meaning behind classic Halloween symbols and fun Halloween facts.

  9. 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, from its ancient …

  10. Halloween 2025 Events Guide For Lansing | Halloween Events ...

    Looking for how to celebrate Halloween 2025 in Lansing? discover the best things to do in Lansing for Halloween celebration including Halloween parties, Ghost Hunts, Trunk or Treat, Hunted Tours & …