There is a tradition that satanic cults tend to perform rituals during Halloween, and one of their favorite sacrifices is black cats, which puts these animals' lives in danger.

Participants in trick or treat activities in Des Moines are required to perform or tell a joke before they are given any treats by the owners of the houses they visit.

The Celts would celebrate the end of their harvests with festivals where people light up bonfires while wearing costumes, all in an effort to ward off evil spirits that are believed to be prowling on that night.

A woman is said to be able to see the face of her future husband if she stands in front of the mirror while holding a candle during Halloween night.

Traditionally, salt has been used in several countries and religions around the world to ward off evil spirits, and it can be done by simply throwing a small amount over one's left shoulder.

Sugar production was at a low point during World War 2 and the rationing of sugar was implemented. This resulted in almost no production of the sugary treats used for trick or treating.

Trick or treat was formerly called guising, and the custom during Halloween has existed since medieval times! It was originally found in Scotland and Ireland.

Halloween is usually full of decorations and costumes that cause some people to suffer from extreme fear, may it be fear of spiders, vampires, cats, or even clowns.

The Dias de Los Muertos celebrations originated from the Aztecs and lasted a month but were slowly shortened to two days under Spanish and Catholic influences.

This is a custom that was brought over from Ireland where the story of Jack of the Lantern was first told, and jack o' lanterns were carved from potatoes, turnips, or beets.