Halloween or Hallowe'en, also known as Allhalloween, All Hallows' Eve, or All Saints' Eve, is a celebration observed in many countries on 31 October, the eve of the Western Christian feast of All Hallows' Day.
Date: Saturday, 31 October, 2020 Trending
Significance: First day of Allhallowtide
Observances: Church services, prayer, fasting, and vigil
Observed by: Western Christians and many non-Christians around the world
Origin: Samhain
Also called: Hallowe'en, Allhallowe'en, All Hallows' Eve, All Saints' Eve
The tradition originated with the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain, when people would light bonfires and wear costumes to ward off ghosts.
Date: Saturday, 31 October, 2020 Trending
Significance: First day of Allhallowtide
Observances: Church services, prayer, fasting, and vigil
Observed by: Western Christians and many non-Christians around the world
Origin: Samhain
Also called: Hallowe'en, Allhallowe'en, All Hallows' Eve, All Saints' Eve
The tradition originated with the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain, when people would light bonfires and wear costumes to ward off ghosts.
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