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13 Ways To Celebrate Halloween

October is the season for black cats, cauldrons, and candy.

Katelyn Milligan
Oct 20, 2017
Purdue University
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For some people, Halloween is a day for dressing up and eating free candy. For others, it is an entire season of fun. I am with the former. October is the season of Halloween! Here is a list of what makes this holiday so fun and ways to celebrate it.

1. Pumpkins symbolize fall and Thanksgiving.

But, if you carve out a face then you have a jack-o-lantern! They are fun to make and are amazing decorations.

2. Seasonal movies

Whether horror, kid-friendly, or in between is your preferred style, there are an array of creative movies to watch through October.

3. TV show specials

There are gory, spooky shows like American Horror Story or Halloween sitcom specials like from "The Office" or "Parks and Recreation."

4. Decorations

They do not only have to be blood and gore! Halloween has many themes such as a frightening, crumbly old house with cobwebs, a witch's lair with black cats and cauldrons, or a happy haunt with smiling, fat ghosts and grinning jack-o-lanterns on every surface.

5. Music

Dust out those annual funky tunes. Halloween has a unique sound that adds to the seasonal vibe, whether it is a slasher movie soundtrack or the good ol' Monster Mash.

6. Themed books

Want to expand your literary library? There are tons of fictional stories about the supernatural or mythological creates that populate Halloween legends. When in doubt, read Harry Potter!

7. Halloween phrases

Need a caption for social media? There are several famous, poetic quotes. My favorite is:

"When witches go riding, and black cats are seen, the moon laughs and whispers, 'tis near Halloween." -Unknown

8. Superstitions and myths

Take part in the fun and put up garlic by the door to ward off vampires or grab your (un)lucky black cat. It is the season of spooks!

9. Fall activities

They are a variety of ways to celebrate. Whether it is going through a corn maze or getting spooked at a haunted house, there are plenty of group activities to do!

10. Seasonal food

It never tasted so good! This is the time of the year to buy pumpkin spiced everything or consume as much caramel apples or apple cider as you please.

11. Costumes

The process of creating your Halloween costume for The Big Day is a large part of the fun. You get to be whoever you want!

12. Animals dressed up

Because costumes are so prevalent, there is a chance you will see adorable costumes on animals. Who doesn't love that?

13. Candy

The day and season of Halloween means all the candy you can eat! Whether you go scouting on the 31st for free treats or buy yourself a mega bag at the store, candy is an integral part of the holiday.

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