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Countries with Unique Halloween Traditions

We will take you on a virtual journey to various countries to discover unique Halloween traditions. Let's explore together! Boo! Halloween is creeping closer, and while many of us may not have the time to jet-set around the world in search of spooktacular Halloween traditions from every corner, fear not! You can still catch the wicked excitement by delving into this chillingly captivating blog!

United Kingdom

Unique Halloween traditions in the United Kingdom are baking soul cake and doing apple bobbing.  These small, spiced cakes were traditionally given to those who went gone, which was a practice where children and the poor went door-to-door singing and receiving food in return for prayers for the dead.

Also, there is a whimsical game that can make the Halloween traditions more delightful. The game's name is apple bobbing. This is a game and also become one beloved tradition that adds an extra layer of delight is the enchanting game known as apple bobbing. In this age-old game, a tub brimming with crisp, glistening apples takes center stage.

The intriguing challenge unfolds as participants attempt to capture these alluring fruits using only their teeth, with their hands held mysteriously behind their backs. It's a captivating test of skill and daring, evoking laughter and anticipation as each bobbing attempt plunges players into a world of playful uncertainty. The victorious capture of an apple is met with jubilant cheers and the sweet reward of a cherished tradition that transcends generations.

While playing the apple bobbing game could be both a testament to tradition and a source of joyful amusement, brings smiles to the faces of both the young and the young at heart, adding a splash of spooky fun to the Halloween celebrations in the UK.

Speaking about Halloween Traditions in the UK, our friend, Rachael Jess has unique Halloween Family Traditions that are truly amazing. Based on our chat, she has family traditions by starting to discuss what her family will be wearing this year!  Whether going to a party, staying in for the kids, or going out to trick or treat.  

She and her family also like to source our pumpkins from our local farm. They have some amazing sizes and colors, we're helping a local business and every year we pick new crafts to make to decorate the house with.

We are from Twinkl really glad to feature her family traditions, it's so lovable and interesting. The family traditions that she and her family do also can increase the family bounding chemistry between parents and their kids, which is a good thing to implement!

United States

A country with unique Halloween traditions is the United States of America or USA. In this Country, Halloween holds significant importance in the United States, ranking among the most prominent annual celebrations. Children from all across the country eagerly anticipate the influx of sweets and treats. While the origins of Halloween can be traced back to Europe, the United States has cultivated its distinct and enjoyable Halloween customs.

PS: I would willingly go inside a haunted house if there were something cute, like a friendly dog, inside!

When Halloween comes, there are some unique Halloween traditions in America about haunted houses and the enchanting mysteries of corn mazes. As Halloween evokes images of ghosts and ghouls, these traditions thrive in the United States, captivating the hearts of countless children who delight in ghostly pursuits and the enchantment of corn mazes.

In the United States, before Halloween on October 31st, there is a National Candy Corn Day on October 30th and both of those special days are celebrated together to bring more festive joy. Halloween is known for costumes, spooky decor, and candy, with candy corn as an iconic treat.

Australia

In contrast to the United States, Halloween is not observed in Australia in a similar manner. There is a range of attitudes among Australians towards this spooky holiday, with some embracing it while others do not. In fact, the celebration of Halloween in Australia can be a contentious and divisive issue for some.

But Australians still do many exciting activities during Halloween like going around to do Halloween gatherings with their neighbor, solving paranormal investigations mysteries, and doing trick or treat for kids accompanied by their parents.

Mexico

In Mexico, Halloween Day it is familiar by the name Dia de Los Muertos, as seen in Coco Movie. There are so many unique Halloween Traditions in Mexico; some are really interesting to try. The first is Calaveras de Azúcar. This is where Sugar skulls are intricately decorated with colorful icing and the names of deceased family members. They are both a decorative element on altars and a sweet treat often given to children.

The second is about the Graveyard Celebrations. Families gather at cemeteries to clean and decorate the graves of their loved ones. They spend the night reminiscing, telling stories, and celebrating the lives of the deceased with music and food.

France

In Lorraine, a region in northeastern France near its borders with Belgium, Luxembourg, and Germany, a unique Halloween-like tradition known as "ROMMELBOOTZEN" in German or "Nuit des betteraves grimaçantes" in French, which translates to the "night of the grimacing beets," takes place.

On October 31, the eve of All Saints Day, children in Lorraine carve spooky faces into sugar beets and position them on windowsills, wells, cemetery walls, and crossroads to spook passersby.

This tradition, with Celtic origins like Halloween, can be celebrated at Château Saint Sixte during the Grimacing Beet Festival, featuring workshops, shows, and evening tales for families and children

Italy

Each year, in the quaint Italian village of Serra San Bruno, children carve pumpkins into skull shapes. Subsequently, they carry these skulls to residences and commercial establishments, requesting compensation in exchange for safeguarding the properties from malevolent spirits. 

Singapore

If almost every country's Halloween is also identic with carving pumpkins, it's kind of a little bit unique in Singapore. Since the price of pumpkin is high, we prefer to crave potato, watermelon, or pineapple.

So we named it as a potato Jack O Lantern, Watermelon Jack O Lantern, or Pineapple Jack O Lantern. But it's still beautiful and if you want to do this with your pupils or children, make sure to do it together because it will be using sharp tools to carve it, so do it carefully!

Let's find out more Spooktacular fun activities that you can do during Halloween through Diary of A New Mom blog!

Japan

While Halloween remains a relatively recent addition to Japanese culture, it has steadily gained popularity in Tokyo over the past decade. Primarily embraced by children and the younger generation, Halloween in Japan is viewed as a festive occasion centered around costume parties. Instead of opting for frightening personas, individuals tend to don cute and endearing outfits, often featuring characters like PIKACHU or Mario.

One noteworthy Halloween celebration in Tokyo is the Shibuya Halloween Parade, recognized as Japan's largest Halloween event, renowned for its lively and bustling atmosphere. It's important to mention that after the festivities, it is customary for people to come together to clean the streets on the following day, reflecting a strong sense of community and responsibility.

Thailand

Halloween in Thailand takes on a unique character, eschewing traditional customs like trick-or-treating and the grand displays of spooky decorations. Instead, the holiday spirit is infused into the public spaces, where vibrant orange-themed decorations and an indulgent candy extravaganza paint the streets with a whimsical charm.

Moreover, department stores enthusiastically embrace the Halloween fervor. They roll out dedicated Halloween-themed merchandise aisles, cleverly designed to capture the imaginations of both children and adults. In these captivating sections, you'll find comprehensive sets for crafting Halloween costumes, alongside essential tools for pumpkin carving. This fusion of creativity and commerce transforms Halloween into a captivating and all-encompassing celebration in the Land of Smiles.

Halloween is a very interesting event, so many countries have different Halloween traditions to celebrate this event. How about? What kind of Halloween Traditions that is unique in your country? Please tell us through our Twinkl Singapore Instagram so we can repost it to our story and many people can learn more knowledge about unique Halloween traditions in your country!

As always, don't forget to visit www.twinkl.com.sg to find more interesting things, crafts, DIY, or activities to celebrate Halloween with your loved one!

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