Getting ready for Halloween
Halloween falls on October 31, the evening before All Saints' Day. In the United States, Canada, the UK and Ireland, children go trick-or-treating in costume, and families carve pumpkins into jack-o'-lanterns. The tradition grew from the Celtic festival of Samhain, and in Ireland turnips were carved before pumpkins became common. Costumes sell out fast in the last week, and pumpkin patches are busiest in mid-October, so the countdown is handy for planning a party, buying candy or booking a costume early.
When is Halloween?
Halloween falls on October 31 every year. The countdown above switches to next year automatically once the day has passed.
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FAQ
When should I carve a pumpkin for Halloween?
A carved pumpkin usually lasts three to five days, or longer in cold weather. Carving on October 27 or 28 keeps it fresh for the night.
Is Halloween a public holiday?
Not in most countries. It is an evening celebration on a normal working day.
How many days until Halloween?
The live counter above shows the exact days, hours, minutes and seconds left.
Which time zone is used?
Your own device time zone, so midnight is your local midnight.