We attended a Halloween party, organized by Schneider Haus National Historic Site along with our friends, in their neighborhood. Entry was based on pre-booking, with timed slots and limited to only those who are fully vaccinated. They decorated the place with haunted forest, cemetery, ghosts, witches and vampirinas. You can find few photographs from the venue, here.
It was held outdoors and due to heavy rain, the place was muddy and slippery. But it didn't stop the kids from enjoying the evening. They put up their best show in spooky costumes and played trick-or-treat.
Just to give a little background, Halloween is celebrated by many countries on 31st October of every year. It is the time of the year dedicated to remember all those dead. Initially, Halloween was celebrated in Ireland and Scotland. As people started migrating, it was brought to the US in 19th century and to other countries in 20th and 21st centuries.
When it originated, Halloween's rituals were influenced by an ancient festival of Samhain (Gaelic festival marking the end of the harvest season and beginning of winter) which included animal sacrifices, bonfires, wearing eerie costumes to chase ghosts away. In due course, it evolved into fun filled celebrations - like pumpkin carvings, trick-o-treat, wearing spooky and funny costumes and family get togethers.
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Good one going back to history and it's origin
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