1. Trick-or-treating: Children dress up in costumes and go door-to-door in their neighborhood, asking for treats such as candy, chocolate, or other small gifts.
2. Costume parties: Adults and children alike attend Halloween costume parties where they dress up in creative and often spooky costumes. These parties may involve music, dancing, and socializing.
3. Haunted houses and attractions: Many communities set up haunted houses or attractions where people can experience a thrilling and spooky atmosphere. These places may feature actors dressed as monsters or ghouls, special effects, and jump scares.
4. Jack-o'-lanterns: People carve pumpkins into jack-o'-lanterns by cutting out intricate designs and placing a candle inside. Jack-o'-lanterns are often displayed on porches or windows as decorations.
5. Bonfires: Some people build bonfires on Halloween night. These fires can be used for warmth, cooking, or as a gathering place for friends and family.
6. Telling ghost stories: Halloween is a time for telling spooky stories and legends. People may share tales of ghosts, witches, vampires, and other supernatural creatures.
7. Watch horror movies: Many people enjoy watching horror movies on Halloween night to get into the spooky spirit. These movies often feature themes of fear, suspense, and the supernatural.
8. Attend Halloween events: Communities and organizations may host Halloween-themed events such as parades, festivals, or trick-or-treating events for children.
9. Make Halloween-themed crafts: Some people enjoy making Halloween crafts such as paper bats, spider webs, or other decorations to add a festive touch to their homes.
10. Bake Halloween-themed treats: Many people bake special Halloween-themed treats such as pumpkin pies, candy corn, or chocolate cupcakes decorated with spooky designs.