Halloween History
This magician famously died on October 31, 1926.
Harry Houdini
Don't say his name three times.
Beetlejuice
This chocolate peanut butter confection was named the most popular Halloween candy of the United States, and can be found in the shape of a pumpkin or ghost during this time of year
Reese's Peanut Butter Cups
A creature of the night, because they cannot walk during day.
Vampire
This firey tradition's name is derived from the english words "bone" and "fire". It's original purpose is to keep the witches away.
Bonfire
Jack-o-lanterns were originally carved from this vegetable.
Turnips
Max Dennison accidentally frees a coven of evil witches in this Disney Original Movie
Hocus Pocus
There is a long standing competition over which side of this candy bar is best.
Twix
This devilish creature has an NHL team named after it.
The Jersey Devil
The Irish started this tradition to ward off Stingy Jack and other wandering spirits.
Making Jack-o-lanterns
Halloween originated from the ancient festival, Samhain, which was celebrated by this group of Indo-European people.
The Celts
"Do you like scary movies?" is a well known quote from this 1996 slasher film.
Scream
Named after it's inventor's family horse, this candy bar is sure to cure your hunger.
Snickers
This shape-shifting creature has seen it's fair share of Hollywood. Most recently on an MTV supernatural teen drama.
Werewolf
Marigolds guide spirits to offerings from loved ones during this Mexican holiday, which falls after Halloween
Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead)
This Halloween Song topped the billboard charts in 1962.
Monster Mash
Jason Voorhees kills this many people in the first Friday the 13th.
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This candy's recipe has been dated back to the late 1800s. It's original name was "Chicken Feed"
Candy Corn
The legend of Dracula is based on this historical figure.
Vlad Tepes, Prince of Wallachia (Vlad the Impaler)
This tradition evolved from the ancient practice of "souling", the gifting of soul cakes to the poor who knocked on doors of people's homes.
Trick-or-Treating
This Italian dictator was sworn into office on October 31, 1922
Benito Mussolini
This 1978 low-budget horror film was set in Illinois, and grossed over 70 million dollars.
Halloween
This crispety crunchety candy bar was invented in by the Curtiss Candy Company of Chicago in 1923.
Butterfinger
Keep a horse or a dog around if you want to avoid these mischievous creatures.
This popular game was originally played by young women to find love.
Bobbing for Apples