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  1. Halloween - Wikipedia

    Halloween, [a] also known as All Hallows' Eve, [9] or All Saints' Eve, [10] is a celebration observed in many countries on 31 October, the eve of the Western Christian feast of All Hallows' Day.

  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 · Halloween’s origins date back to the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain (pronounced sow-in). The Celts, who lived 2,000 years ago mostly in what is now Ireland, the …

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

    Oct 20, 2023 · Halloween is rich with time-honored traditions, and a wealth of words to go with them. Read about some of these traditions: Who is the “Jack” in the term “Jack-o’-lantern"? …

  5. 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.

  6. 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.

  7. 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 …

  8. 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.

  9. 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 …

  10. 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, …