Halloween, the night of October 31st, is a holiday celebrated worldwide with costumes, trick-or-treating, and spooky decorations. But where did this tradition start from?
The History of Halloween
The roots of Halloween can be traced back to the Celtic festival of Samhain, which marked the end of summer and the beginning of winter. The Celts believed that on this night, the veil between the living and the dead was thing, allowing spirits to return to Earth. To ward off evil spirits, they would light bonfires and wear costumes.
Over time, the holiday spread throughout Europe and eventually to the states. In the US, Halloween became popular in the 19th century and has since evolved into a much-loved tradition.