The Origins of Halloween
The Halloween celebration we enjoy today are closely tied to historical events dating back for hundreds of years. Halloween's roots can be traced back for several centuries to the ancient Celtic...
How the Irish Celebrate Halloween
Halloween—or Hallowe'en—is said to have originated under the name Samhain (pronounced sow-en), a pagan festival celebrated among the Celts of Ireland and Great Britain. Samhain (from...
Popular Halloween Costumes
Halloween is the perfect day of the year to get a glimpse of what it is like to live in someone else's shoes. You can take advantage of the day to pretend you are your favorite superhero, movie...
13 Facts About Mummies
Mummies are a popular part of our modern Halloween celebrations. Though enshrouded in mystery, they have been among us for millinnea. These thirteen intriguing mummy facts are sure to entertain...
Knock, Knock: Boo’s There: How to Keep Your Trick-or-Treaters Safe Door-To-Door
Halloween is a night of revelry and merriment, mystery and indulgence. It is the one night when even the most protective parents allow their ghouls and goblins to take candy from strangers. They...
The Fascinating Story of Halloween
The history of Halloween is a long and fascinating one, but one that is still shrouded in mystery. This unique celebration is thought to trace its origins to a Celtic festival known as Samhain....
Past Halloween trends and predictions for 2023
As an Irish national who has celebrated Halloween since childhood, you may be interested in learning about the Halloween costume trends of the past few years. Halloween costume trends have followed...
The History of Halloween
The clock chimes. It is 6:00 pm on October 31st. Children rush out the door, dressed to the nines as ghouls and goblins. They swoop down on neighborhoods that are armed and ready; armed with candy...
Halloween Safety Tips For Everyone
It is quickly becoming, time once again, when children love to dress up to trick-or-treat in hopes of a big bag of candy as the reward. While this time of year can be fun for all, it can be...
An Irish Halloween
Halloween, a time honored tradition in many places around the world, may have its origins in Ireland. In fact, one of the reasons why the celebration in the United States and Ireland is so similar...
10 Halloween Horror Movies I Can't Live Without
Halloween is my favorite holiday. All the ghosts and ghouls are roaming the Earth. People's minds turn to death and other morbid fascinations. Nothing goes better with Halloween - except chocolate...
Popular Halloween Costumes for Adults
When attending Halloween parties, many adults want to dress in such a way that they will stand out from the crowd. In many cases, coming up with the best Halloween ideas can be difficult. However,...
13 Facts About Vampires
Almost every culture in the world has its own vampire legend, and some date back thousands of years. Today, Americans are most familiar with Count Dracula and other folklore from Eastern Europe. In...
Seven Tips for Safe Halloween Costumes
Next to Christmas, Halloween has become one of the most child-centric holidays of the year. Many children start dreaming up their costumes months in advance. Sometimes they change their minds at...