Here are some popular customs for Halloween:
- Jack-o'-Lantern Carving - People carve pumpkins into jack-o'-lanterns, which are illuminated candles placed inside. They are typically displayed at doorsteps or windows to ward off evil spirits.
- Costumes - People dress up in costumes for Halloween. Costumes can be scary, funny, or pop culture references.
- Trick-or-Treating - Children in costumes go door-to-door collecting candy from neighbors. They will typically say "Trick-or-Treat" when they approach a house.
- Halloween Parties - People attend Halloween parties where they can dress up in costumes, play games, and eat Halloween-themed food.
- Haunted Houses - People can visit haunted houses, which are attractions designed to scare visitors.
- Telling Scary Stories - Halloween is a popular time for telling scary stories. These stories can be about ghosts, monsters, or other frightening creatures.
- Bobbing for Apples - This is a game where people try to catch apples with their teeth while their hands are tied behind their backs.
- Eating Candy Corn and Other Treats - Halloween is a time for indulging in sweet treats, like candy corn, chocolate bars, and pumpkin-shaped cookies.