The earliest Halloween costumes involved the bones and skins of animals.
Halloween used to be a romantic holiday, involving games that predicted future love interests.
Halloween used to be called “Cabbage Night” in America.
Trick-or-treaters used to have to dance or perform in order to get their treats.
Pennsylvania is one of the top pumpkin-producing states.
35 million pounds of candy corn are produced every year.
Ironically, the magician Harry Houdini died on Halloween in 1926.
More than twice as much candy is sold on Halloween than on Valentine’s Day.
20 million Halloween cards are sent every year.
More non-chocolate candy is made in California than in any other state.
Unopened packages of candy corn can last up to 9 months.