Halloween is a lively time full of treats, tricks, and festivities! Kids roam the streets dressed up in costumes, jack-o’-lanterns adorn front porches, and everyone watches out for ominous creatures like black cats, ghosts, and witches. The question is, where did all of these traditions come from?

Many of the traditions and superstitions revolving around Halloween are easily traced back to various moments from the past. Uncovering the haunted history behind Halloween certainly shines a new light on the things we do to celebrate in present day. This year on Oct. 31 you will know many of the true stories behind routine Halloween practices you used to think nothing of.