@littlekatedj Halloween's origins trace back to the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain, celebrated on October 31st. Celts believed this day marked the end of the harvest and the start of winter, a time when the boundary between the living and the dead blurred. People lit bonfires and wore costumes to ward off roaming spirits.
With the spread of Christianity, Samhain was merged with All Saints' Day on November 1st, a time to honor saints, turning October 31st into All Hallows’ Eve, eventually shortened to Halloween.
Immigrants, particularly from Ireland and Scotland, brought Halloween traditions to North America in the 19th century. Modern Halloween has evolved into a secular, community-centered holiday characterized by activities like trick-or-treating, carving jack-o'-lanterns, costume parties, and haunted attractions.
While the celebration has pagan roots, today it's largely a fun, whimsical holiday centered around creativity, community, and the playful exploration of fear.
