Halloween Celebration

   Festival of Samhain marks the beginning of the Halloween among the Celts of ancient Britain and Ireland. 1st November has measured the end of the summer period, the date on which the herds were returned from pasture and land tenures were renewed. It was also believed that the souls of those who died were believed to return to visit their homes. People like to set bonfires on hilltops to frighten away evil spirits and for relighting their heart fires for the winter, and they often wear masks and other disguises to avoid being recognized by the ghosts thought to be present. It was in these ways that beings such as witches, hobgoblins, fairies, and demons came to be associated with the day.

   Halloween celebration was largely forbidden among the early American colonists along with other festivities, although in the 18th century there developed festivals that marked the harvest and integrated gist of Halloween. In the mid 19th century beginning when large numbers of immigrants which includes Irish shifted to the United States along with their Halloween customs with them. Since 20th century Halloween became one of the most popular holidays in the U.S., especially among children.

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