Halloween didn’t start as candy and costumes. This video explores the origins of Halloween and the darker beliefs that shaped ...

Halloween, one of the most beloved and widely celebrated holidays, didn’t start in the United States — even though it’s become a massive part of American culture. Costumes, trick-or-treating, spooky ...

The line between the worlds of the living and dead will be their thinnest tonight. At least, that's what the old lore of Halloween says. While now the day is mostly associated with trick-or-treating, ...

Halloween is fast approaching, a day filled with excitement, charged with the spirit of adventure that makes childhood such a memorable time. Many children never outgrow their love for the day and ...

We hope you have your costumes, pumpkins and candy ready: Halloween is just days away! An estimated 73% of Americans celebrate the spooky holiday, adding up to over 250 million people. Despite being ...

Halloween can trace its origins to the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain. All Saints Day incorporated some of the traditions of Samhain, and the evening before was known as All Hallows Eve, which ...

Autumn leaves, the last sun-baked days of moderate temperatures, and neighborhood yard decorations summon this look back to the origins of Halloween. We can credit Julius Caesar and his staff writers, ...

OSHKOSH – Paranormal researcher Chad Lewis will present "Halloween: History, Folklore and Customs" from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Oct. 15 at the Oshkosh Public Library. The free program will explore the origins ...

The night of Oct. 30 is called Devil's Night in Detroit and Miggy Night in parts of England. Elsewhere it's Mischief Night.

It all started at Halloween after World War II in Philadelphia when a family decided to try something new with the Trick-or-Treat custom. Clyde Allison and his wife Mary Emma Allison asked children to ...