HashtagsCompiled on | #Halloween |
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Related Hashtags | #Happyhalloween |
2024 Date | 31 October 2024 |
2025 Date | 31 October 2025 |
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Halloween in Top X Posts (formerly Tweets) for Halloween -Updated
Halloween HistoryHalloween is a widely celebrated observance that initially served to honour deceased loved ones and mark the end of the harvest season. It is associated with various cultural aspects, including carving pumpkins, wearing costumes, and participating in trick-or-treating. Originally stemming from ancient Celtic traditions, the customs incorporated into modern Halloween celebrations now vary across the globe but continue to promote community engagement and general revelry. This internationally recognised event has its roots in the ancient Celtic tradition of Samhain, which New Zealanders can trace back to the influence of 19th-century Irish and Scottish settlers. Samhain marked the end of the harvest season and the beginning of winter, a transitional period during which it was believed that the veil between the living and the dead was at its thinnest. The arrival of these European settlers introduced various Halloween customs to New Zealand, with the observance evolving to reflect local preferences and values. Today, Halloween celebrations in New Zealand have adopted a distinctly local feel, with traditional aspects such as trick-or-treating, costume parties, and pumpkin carving remaining popular activities. Some communities also organise public events, including parades, haunted houses, and themed attractions, to create memorable experiences for their residents. Halloween in New Zealand consistently falls on the 31st of October, aligning with its Northern Hemisphere counterparts, allowing New Zealanders to actively participate in a global cultural event while celebrating local traditions and creativity. Halloween facts
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