It’s almost Halloween again and you know what that means! Spooky costumes, loads of candy, pumpkin carving, and more! Whether you’re most excited about getting your annual pumpkin spice latte, taking Instagrams pics at your local pumpkin patch, or dressing up as one of your favorite characters, Halloween is a fun time for everyone. We’ve provided some information below on safety tips for those of you who plan to go trick-or-treating, a brief history of Halloween to get you in a spooky mood, and activities you can enjoy all month long.
History
Around 2000 years ago, the Celtic peoples observed the first Halloween in Europe. The holiday was originally observed to celebrate the harvest season and the beginning of the new year. Many of the traditions that we associate with Halloween today come from the customs and superstitions of our ancestors, such as jack-o’-lanterns which came from the Irish immigrants who originally carved them out of turnips, potatoes, and beets. Today over 179 million Americans celebrate Halloween and spend over $9.1 billion on Halloween per year. That’s a lot of money! Unfortunately, Halloween is still not a federal holiday and most businesses are still open including SDCC.
To learn more, go to https://www.history.com/topics/halloween/history-of-halloween.
Safety Tips
Your child’s safety is our top priority! Here are some tips to make sure you and your child stay safe this Halloween: https://www.safekids.org/tip/halloween-safety-tips
Activities
Fun activities for you and your family this October: https://www.sandiego.org/articles/top-monthly-events/october.aspx