Halloween Fun Facts & Trivia

Halloween is filled with fascinating history and quirky traditions! Here are some fun facts and trivia to share with your client as you chat about the spooky season:

Origins of Halloween:
Halloween traces back over 2,000 years to the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain. It marked the end of the harvest and the beginning of winter, a time when people believed the boundary between the living and the dead was blurred.

Jack-o’-Lanterns:
Did you know? The tradition of carving pumpkins started in Ireland, where people originally carved turnips to ward off evil spirits. When Irish immigrants arrived in America, they found that pumpkins were larger and much easier to carve!

Candy Corn:
This iconic Halloween treat was first made in the 1880s and was called “chicken feed” because it looked like corn kernels. Today, around 35 million pounds of candy corn are sold every year!

Spooky Colors:
The signature colors of Halloween—orange and black—symbolize the fall harvest (orange) and the darkness of winter (black).

Witch Trials:
The infamous Salem witch trials of 1692 in Massachusetts resulted in 20 people being executed. This dark chapter in history continues to influence Halloween stories and traditions today.

Trick-or-Treating:
The practice of trick-or-treating is believed to come from the medieval tradition of “souling,” where children would go door-to-door offering prayers for the dead in exchange for food.

Most Popular Halloween Costumes:
Witches, ghosts, and vampires are classic Halloween costume choices that remain popular every year. What’s your client’s favorite Halloween costume memory?

Halloween’s Popularity:
Halloween is the second-largest commercial holiday in the U.S., with consumers spending billions on candy, costumes, and decorations. It’s a big deal!

Black Cats:
In folklore, black cats were once thought to be witches’ companions or even witches in disguise. Today, many cultures see black cats as symbols of good luck.

Mischief Night:
In some places, the night before Halloween is called “Mischief Night,” where kids engage in lighthearted pranks. It’s a night of playful fun—but hopefully not too much trouble!

Share the Fun!
Have a favorite Halloween fact? Ask your client what they think and enjoy swapping stories!