🎃 Ancient Origins

Halloween traces back to the Celtic festival of Samhain, when people lit bonfires and wore costumes to ward off ghosts.

🕯️ All Hallows’ Eve

In the 8th century, Pope Gregory III designated November 1 as All Saints’ Day. The evening before became known as All Hallows’ Eve—eventually Halloween.

🧛 Halloween in America

Immigrants brought Halloween traditions to the U.S., where it evolved into a community-centered holiday with parties, costumes, and trick-or-treating.

📚 Fun Fact

The word “Halloween” comes from “All Hallows’ Eve,” the night before All Saints’ Day.