Candy Craze
According to a 2024 survey, what was the most popular candy last Halloween?
M&M's (which dethroned the long standing Reese's PB Cups)
This holiday is a popular Halloween-esq celebration in both Spain and Mexico when families remember their ancestors.
Dia de los Muertos or "Day of the Dead"
According to a survey, what was the most popular costume for kids last Halloween?
Spider-Man
"Nevermore, Nevermore" is the famous line from which enduring Edgar Allen Poe work?
The Raven
Linus and Sally forgo trick-or-treating to wait in a pumpkin patch for the arrival of who in the famous Charlie Brown Halloween special?
The Great Pumpkin
Which candy company produces twix, snickers, milky way, and 3 musketeers?
Mars
In this Eastern country, Halloween is celebrated by more adults than children.
Japan
Which country is credited with originating most modern Halloween traditions?
Ireland
Which Halloween-esq story tells the tale of Ichabod Crane and his dealings with the Headless Horseman?
The Legend of Sleepy Hollow
What are the names of the three Sanderson sisters featured in the Disney Halloween film Hocus Pocus? (Yes, you must get all three correct for points)
Winifred, Mary, & Sarah
What was the original name for candy corn?
Chicken Feed
In Italy, rather than observing Halloween, many observe this religious holiday instead.
All Saints Day
What veggie did people use for Jack-o-Lanterns before pumpkins became the popular choice? (There are two possible answers)
Potatoes or Turnips
Who wrote the novel Dracula?
Bram Stoker
"This is Halloween", "What's This?", and "Kidnap the Sandy Claws" are all songs in this Halloween/Christmas favorite.
The Nightmare Before Christmas
Which state, on average, buys the most amount of Halloween candy each year?
Utah
Samhain (pronounced SOW-WHEN) was the predecessor to Halloween. This fire festival, still celebrated in Ireland and Scotland, was first observed by which original people group?
Celts
1920s
Which popular creature is often mistakenly called by the name of its creator?
Frankenstein
This film features a young girl who goes through a portal to an alternate dimension where people have buttons for eyes.
Coraline
Which company owns the rights to produce and distribute KitKat bars in the U.S.?
Nestle (globally, the Hershey company manufactures and distributes KitKat bars)
In England, Halloween is often overlooked by which day of remembrance? (Hint: V for Vendetta)
Guy Fawkes Day (Failed attempt by revolutionaries to end the rule of the monarchy)
Which state is ranked, per capita, as the "most Halloween obsessed"?
New Hampshire
Which popular novella follows protagonist Gabriel Utterson as he investigates the odd events surrounding his scientist friend with ties to a murderer?
The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde
This film features a friendly ghost who helps a young lady and her father make peace with the recent passing of their mother/wife.
Casper