Halloween[a] is a celebration observed in many countries on 31 October, the eve of the Western Christian feast of All Hallows' Day.

19 hours ago · Halloween is a holiday observed annually on October 31 and noted for its pagan origins and its Christian roots as well as its secular traditions. In much of Europe and most of …

2 days ago · Halloween is the most popular holiday in the world, after Christmas (based on level-of-celebration and consumer spending) and, increasingly, the most lucrative. According to the …

September 24, 2025 – In one month, the City of Bettendorf kicks off its traditional Halloween festivities, plus the return of a popular event at the Family Museum!

Halloween Halloween traces its origins to the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain. Over time, it transformed from a pagan tradition into a celebration filled with costumes, parties, jack-o ...

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.

3 days ago · An ancient Celtic Festival, the Catholic Church, the Irish Potato Famine, and community leaders turned Halloween into the holiday we know today. Here's the history.

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.

Oct 23, 2025 · Halloween is just around the corner. Here’s where and when you can trick or treat, plus other events happening throughout eastern Iowa.

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, …