The History of Halloween - Everything You Need to Know

Halloween’s origins date back over 2,000 years to the Celtic festival of Samhain, a time when the boundary between the living and the dead was thought to blur.

As Christianity spread, Samhain merged with All Saints' Day and All Hallows' Eve, blending ancient rituals with Christian traditions.
The carving of Jack-o'-lanterns began with Irish immigrants bringing the tale of "Stingy Jack," while trick-or-treating has roots in medieval "souling."

Today, Halloween has evolved into a global celebration, drawing comparisons to festivals like Mexico's Día de los Muertos, blending ancient customs, modern pop culture, and commercialism into one iconic night.