Monster Melodies
This viral TikTok remix by The Cramps plays during Wednesday's iconic dance at the Rave'N in the Netflix Series "Wednesday"
What is "Goo Goo Muck"
Though known to be one of the greatest escape artists, he could not escape his fate of a burst appendix when this man died on Halloween Night (October 31st) in 1926
Who is Harry Houdini?
In mythology, these mermaid -esque creatures are often depicted as these alluring figures who lure sailors to their doom with their enchanting voice.
What are sirens?
This director is known for his distinctive gothic style and created iconic Halloween-themed films such as 'The Nightmare Before Christmas' and 'Beetlejuice.
Who is Tim Burton?
This chocolate based candy, which is also the most popular Halloween treat in the US was named after the creator himself
What are Reese's Peanut Butter Cups
This song by Rockwell, featuring Michael Jackson, has lyrics that evoke feelings of paranoia and is often played during Halloween
"What is "Somebody's Watching Me?"
This ancient Celtic festival is considered the origin of Halloween
What is Samhain?
This Spanish phrase, which translates to 'The Weeping Woman,' refers to the tragic figure who roams rivers and lakes, mourning her lost children
What is "La Llorona"?
Considered to be one of the first vampire movies in 1922, this film received a recent remake in 2024 where Bill Skarsgard played the role of the lead character.
What is Nosferatu?
This Halloween classic treat was originally called "Chicken Feed"
What is candy corn?
In Hocus Pocus, Winifred Sanderson sings this song to enchant the adults of Salem, MA
What is "I Put a Spell on You"?
The Irish used to carve lanterns into turnips to frighten away wandering spirits; Americans adopted a similar tactic using this popular Halloween fruit
What is a pumpkin?
In ancient Egyptian mythology, this creature is depicted as a half-human, half-animal figure who asks riddles and destroys those who answer incorrectly.
What is a Sphinx?
In this Disney Channel Original Movie, Halloweentown, Aggie Cromwell, played by this famous actress, this magical grandmother who helps her granddaughter discover her witch heritage
Who is Debbie Reynolds?
Forrest Mars and Bruce Murrie developed this candy to have chocolate that were compact and did not easily melt in your hand.
What are M&Ms?
Finish this lyric from The Nightmare Before Christmas:
"In this town, we call home
Everyone, hail to the ___________"
What is the "pumpkin song?"
This famous Halloween party game originated in Roman times as tool for single people to find a spouse.
What is bobbing for apples?
Like sirens, this infamous Gorgon in Greek Mythology also lures sailors to their doom by looking into the whites of their eyes.
Who is Medusa?
This spooky movie inspired a popular song about making a phone call
What is Ghostbusters?
Swedish Fish is known for their red fishes that taste of lingonberry but in Scandinavia, the original flavor was reminiscent of this tart tasting fruit
What are raspberries?
This 1962 novelty song, which features a playful portrayal of various monsters, reached No. 1 on the Billboard charts during the Halloween season.
What is Monster Mash?
Hollywood annually bans this prankster's tool from 12:00 a.m. on October 31st until 12:00 p.m. on November 1st. Those who violate this ban can face up to 6 months in jail and $1000 in fines.
What is silly string?
This legendary creature from Japanese folklore, known for its shapeshifting abilities, is often portrayed as a malicious spirit that can take the form of a beautiful woman.
What is a kitsune?
This scary movie about a family that moves into a Burrillville, Rhode Island house inhabited by supernatural spirits is based on the real-life case files of paranormal investigators, Ed and Lorraine Warren.
What is "The Conjuring"?
Modeled in the 1970s after the Space Craze, Sour Patch Kids went by another name, inspired by a planet and their astronaut shaped bodies
What are Mars men?
Lana Del Rey in her hit song has declared that now is the season of this haunted Halloween figure.
What is the witch?
Each Halloween, this state bans all costumes related to nun, priest or any clergy member
What is Alabama?
This creature, originally from a Haitian Voodoo term, has come back to life in recent years and popularized through TV shows like "The Walking Dead" and "Last of Us"
What are Zombies?
This 1988 movie (which also had a sequel recently released) features a mischievous bio-exorcist ghost who helps a couple scare the new family that moved into their home.
What is Beetlejuice?
Though not classically Halloween, this sweet fluffy treat was invented by dentist, William Morrison who was trying to cause cavities to drum up business for his dental office.
What is Cotton Candy?
This 1982 Michael Jackson song, featuring a legendary Vincent Price monologue, became a Halloween anthem complete with iconic zombie choreography.
What is Thriller?
In the 1980s, the most popular Halloween costumes included characters like Yoda and Darth Vader from the Star Wars franchise but specifically inspired by this film, the second in the original trilogy
What is The Empire Strikes Back?
This Scandinavian ghostly creature is said to push people off cliffs during Halloween
What is the Draugr?
In the Peanuts TV special, Charlie Brown and his friend Linus stay up all night to wait for this legendary Halloween figure
What is the Great Pumpkin?
What is Utah?