Halloween, 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 North America, observance of Halloween is today largely nonreligious, celebrated with parties, spooky costumes, pumpkin carvings called jack-o’-lanterns, and trick or treat. Halloween, [a] also known as All Hallows' Eve, [9] or All Saints' Eve, [10] is a celebration observed in many countries on 31 October, the eve of the Western Christian feast of All Hallows' Day. Visit Halloween Horror Nights, the premier Halloween event, at Universal Studios in Los Angeles, Orlando, Singapore and Japan. From Universal Studios’ famous Halloween Horror Nights to the beloved Knott’s Scary Farm, here are some of our favorite Halloween attractions that will scare the wits out of you. The following are a select few Halloween traditions, some still observed and others that have become relics of the past, along with some “fun facts” about Halloween, to add to this year’s Halloween fun. From pagan rituals to costumes and candy corn, discover how Halloween—and its associated traditions—has evolved through the ages. Discover the history behind Halloween traditions: jack-o’-lanterns, costumes, trick-or-treating, and more. Learn why we celebrate this spooky holiday today. We're taking a look at the history of Halloween, its origins, as well as the meaning behind classic Halloween symbols and fun Halloween facts. Prepare for the scariest Halloween event in Southern California with high-energy live shows and terrifying scare zones awaiting you around every dark corner. Halloween: Directed by David Gordon Green. With Jamie Lee Curtis, Judy Greer, Andi Matichak, James Jude Courtney. Laurie Strode confronts her long-time foe, Michael Myers, the masked figure who has haunted her since she narrowly escaped his killing spree on Halloween night four decades ago.