Halloween is an annual observance celebrated in North America on October 31, the days before All Hallows’ Eve. It is typically a time for children to Trick or Treat, and for adults to dress up in costumes.
Most people think of Halloween as a time to enjoy candy and treats, but the holiday is also packed with festivities. On October 31, many states and localities held events, such as trick or treating, face painting, Halloween parades, and corn on the cob. There are also many special activities, such as horror movies, family fun, and car races.
The origins of Halloween date back to the medieval Christian holiday of All Hallows’ Eve, when people would visit churches and pray for protection against evil spirits. In the United States, the holiday was first celebrated in 1843. At that time, people would go to groups of friends or family and dress up as different characters from mythology or folklore.
Today, Halloween is a popular holiday in many parts of the world. In the United States, it is the third most popular holiday after Christmas and Easter. In Canada, it is the second most popular holiday after Easter. Worldwide, it is the seventh most popular holiday.
Halloween is a time for children to Trick or Treat, and for adults to dress up in costumes. It is a fun and harmless holiday that helps to keep families safe during the holiday season.
