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  1. Halloween - Wikipedia

    Episodes of television series and Halloween-themed specials (with the specials usually aimed at children) are commonly aired on or before Halloween, while new horror films are often …

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

    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 …

  3. Halloween: Origins, Meaning & Traditions | HISTORY

    Nov 18, 2009 · What is the History of Halloween? Halloween’s origins date back to the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain (pronounced sow-in).

  4. 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.

  5. 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, …

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

    Oct 20, 2023 · What Is All Saints' Day? What Is Samhain? Where Does Halloween Come From? What is The Day Of The Dead? Fittingly, everything about Halloween is a bit bizarre. Kids put …

  7. 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.

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

    Oct 28, 2024 · Halloween is a mix of both pagan and Christian traditions. However, it originates in Gaelic and Celtic rituals dating back at least 2,000 years, and it’s from these that we get the …

  9. The Real Origins of Halloween Traditions | The Old Farmer's …

    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.

  10. 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 …