- The origins of Halloween are to be found among the Celts of Ireland and Great Britain, over 2000 years ago. This places Halloween among the oldest festivals in the world.
- The wearing of Halloween masks is an ancient custom that stretches back to Celtic times. The ancient coach used to wear masks as part of their efforts to ward off the evil spirits were believed to roam around on the night of Halloween. However, the wearing of costumes and masks only became widespread in the early 20th century.
- Like most festivals, Halloween is associated with certain colours – in the case of orange and black. Orange is linked with the colours of autumn and Halloween pumpkins, wears black symbolises the dark forces that are associated with the festival.
- The carved pumpkin lantern is one of the most well known Halloween symbols. Pumpkin carving became popular in 19th-century America, where pumpkins are plentiful. Prior to this, people in Europe made Halloween lanterns from carved suites and turnips.
- Halloween is one of America’s most popular and widely celebrated holidays. It was originally brought to the country by European immigrants.
- Halloween is a hugely successful event from an economic standpoint, and only the Christmas holiday is more successful commercially.
- Black cats are another popular Halloween symbol, and for once believed to be demons in disguise who assisted witches with their magic.
- Other names by which Halloween is now in include All Hallows Eve, Samhain, The Feast Of The Dead, and the Day Of the Dead.
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