Let’s be honest — Halloween stopped being “spooky” the minute your kids dumped their first pillowcase of candy on the floor. But have you ever wondered why we send tiny superheroes, witches, and dinosaurs door-to-door begging for sugar?

It all started centuries ago with Samhain, an ancient Celtic festival marking the end of harvest season. People believed the dead could cross over for one night — so they left food outside to keep the spirits happy. Fast forward a thousand years and suddenly, it’s kids in costumes collecting candy instead of ghosts collecting offerings.

When Irish immigrants brought the tradition to America, “trick or treat” became the polite compromise — give a treat, avoid a trick. And now? It’s just the annual sugar Olympics, where parents sneak “just one” fun-size bar and hope the kids forget about it.

So while Halloween might have mystical roots, let’s be real — it’s now about two things: costumes and candy. A beautiful, chaotic night where ghosts, princesses, and tired parents all get what they came for.

Happy Halloween — may your night be full of laughter, sugar highs, and no raisins in sight. 👻🍭