Uncover the history, facts, psychology, and cultural rise of Halloween — then shop our exclusive mugs for spooky season.
Halloween traces back 2,000+ years to the Celtic festival of Samhain, marking summer’s end and the start of winter. With Christianity’s spread, Samhain customs blended into All Hallows’ Eve, the night before All Saints’ Day — eventually shortened to “Halloween.”
Etymology: The word Halloween derives from “All Hallows’ Evening.”
Sources: History.com, Etymonline
Irish immigrants carried these traditions to the U.S. in the 1800s. Trick‑or‑treating gained traction in the early 20th century and surged in the 1940s–50s alongside suburban growth and candy marketing, locking Halloween into American culture.
Source: History.com – Trick‑or‑Treating
Further reading: Smithsonian – Day of the Dead
From Halloween (1978) to Hocus Pocus (1993) and the rise of haunted attractions, Hollywood and social media turned October into a lifestyle. The 2003 launch of the Pumpkin Spice Latte helped cement a broader fall aesthetic.
Further reading: Psychology Today
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A blend of Celtic Samhain traditions and Christian All Hallows’ observances evolved into today’s cultural holiday.
Its roots are pagan (Samhain), but modern Halloween is largely cultural, communal, and commercial.
In recent years, U.S. spending has topped $12 billion (NRF). Average household spend is roughly $100+.
Early disguises were meant to confuse wandering spirits; today they’re about creativity, identity, and fun.
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