Geography
Where was Hocus Pocus filmed?
Salem, Massachusetts
A Celtic tradition that led to modern-day trick-or-treating
Samhain - people would put treats or food out to pacify evil spirits.
The first horror movie to be nominated for an Academy Award
The Exorcist - earned a whopping 10 Oscar nominations in 1974, including a Best Supporting Actress nod for then-15-year-old Linda Blair.
The two colors that represent Halloween
Orange and Black - In ancient times, orange represented life (and harvests) while black symbolized death and darkness. Combined, these colors reflect nature during the time of year when Halloween is celebrated.
Average number of candy given to treat or treaters
Two Pieces
U.S. state that produces the most pumpkins each year
Illinois
What two countries popularized Halloween costumes for trick-or-treating?
Scotland and Ireland.
One particular serial killer inspired Texas Chainsaw Massacre, Psycho and Silence of the Lambs.
Ed Gein
According to legend, this means that a loved one is watching over you.
Pounds of candy corn are produced each year
A whopping 35 million pounds of candy corn is made every year—amounting to about 9 billion pieces.
Where was the first city-wide Halloween celebration in the United States?
Anoka, Minnesota.
What year was Trick or Treat for UNICEF founded?
1950
The original title for Disney's Hocus Pocus
Halloween House—and it was more horror than comedy.
Most Popular costume for Pets on Halloween
Pumkin
In what country did bobbing for apples originate?
England
Which U.S. state holds the record for largest pumpkin ever grown?
Minnesota. In 2023, a horticulture teacher set a world record for the heaviest pumpkin ever. It weighed an astounding 2,749 pounds.
Author of the 1818 classic book Frankenstein
What was The Munsters' address?
1313 Mockingbird Lane
Original singer of the song "Monster Mash?"
Bobby Pickett
The first two ever "fun-size" candy bars
Snickers and Milky Way.
What ghost is said to haunt the White House?
The ghost of Abraham Lincoln.
The mother of modern witchcraft
Geraldine Gardner
Name the hotel in The Shining
The Overlook Hotel
From 1947 to 1969 the U.S. Air Force investigated unidentified flying objects, or U.F.O.s
Project Blue Book
The vegetable once thought to have supernatural powers on Halloween
Cabbage