What Is Halloween? Why Do We Celebrate It?

Each year on October 31, millions of Americans celebrate Halloween. For many, this holiday is a fun time of year when people dress up in costumes, go trick-or-treating, and have parties where they eat treats and carve pumpkins. At the same time, people often look back on the past at this moment to remember their lost loved ones. However, some people believe this is just a celebration of Halloween, which has lost its religious significance over time.

So, where did this spooky holiday come from? And why do we continue to celebrate it today?

The holiday has a long and complicated history because, you know, our gran-gran-grandparents have already started to celebrate. Halloween has its roots in an ancient Celtic festival known as Samhain. This festival was held at the end of the harvest season to mark the beginning of winter. On the evening of October 31, the Celts thought there was a hazy line separating the world of the living from the world of the dead. As a result, they believed that ghosts and other supernatural beings could cross over into our world. The Celts would build bonfires and wear costumes made from animal skin to ward off these evil spirits.

Over time, this pagan holiday became blended with Christian traditions. In the 8th century, Pope Gregory III declared November 1 to be All Saints' Day. This day honored saints and martyrs who had no specific day. Then, Hallowmas was later combined with All Souls' Day, a day when Christians prayed for the departed souls who were stuck in Purgatory. Together, these two days became known as Allhallowtide. 

As Christianity spread throughout Europe, so did the celebration of Allhallowtide. By the 19th century, Halloween had become a popular holiday in America. However, it wasn't until the 1920s that Halloween took off as a commercial holiday. 

Until today, in 2022, Halloween is one of the most popular holidays in America. Each year, billions of dollars are spent on Halloween costumes, decorations, and treats, and its popularity shows no signs of waning.

But why do we continue to celebrate Halloween today? For many, it's simply a fun excuse to dress up and have a good time. But at its core, Halloween reminds us of our connection to the natural world and where we stand in the life-and-death cycle. It is a time to remember those who have gone before us and to reflect on our mortality. It is a timely reminder that we are all part of something much larger than ourselves in an age where we are increasingly disconnected from nature and focused on our individual lives.

Trick-or-Treating

Trick-or-treating is a popular Halloween tradition in which children dress up in costumes and go door to door collecting candy from their neighbors. Although it's unclear where trick-or-treating first began, it is thought to have started in Ireland, where poor children would knock on people's doors asking for food on All Hallows Eve. After receiving food, children will pray for the dead relatives of the givers on Halloween. 

In the United States, trick-or-treating became popular in the 1920s and has since become a staple of Halloween celebrations. Today, children of all ages enjoy dressing up and going door to door searching for sweet treats. Over the years, trick-or-treating has remained an enjoyable way to celebrate Halloween and create lasting memories with family and friends.

Halloween Costumes

The opportunity to dress up in a costume is one of the best aspects of Halloween. Whether a child or an adult, there's something fun and liberating about putting on a disguise and becoming someone else for a day. Some people will be responsible for purchasing Halloween clothes for their friends or family so that they can match them. Sometimes it's fun to give your friends a bag of Halloween costumes as a gift for them to choose from. 

You know the secret to a great costume is striking the ideal balance between originality and usefulness. After all, you want your costume to be recognizable, but you also don't want to be so uncomfortable that you can't enjoy the party. In light of that, the following advice will help you select the ideal Halloween costume:

Before making a purchase, consider what you want your costume to express about you. Are you looking to be scary, funny, or sexy? Select your favorite theme, and once you've decided on a theme, it will be easier to narrow down your choices. 

Homemade costumes are always an option if you're on a tight budget. And even if you're not crafty, plenty of simple costumes can be put together with items you already have in your closet. 

Don't forget the accessories. They can make or break a costume, so take the time to find the perfect hat, wig, or prop to complete your look. With these tips in mind, you're sure to find the perfect Halloween costume this year. Happy hunting!

Gevi Halloween Giveaway

Halloween is just around the corner, as we can see, the leaves are beginning to change color, and the air is getting cooler and cooler. So what better way to celebrate than with a fun Halloween Giveaway?  

This year, we're offering amazing prizes: 

1 Grand Prize: $599 Gevi Coffee Machine 

1 First Runner Up: $489 Gevi Black Nugget Ice Maker

1 Second Runner Up: $469 Gevi Blue Nugget Ice Maker

1 Third Runner Up: $449 Gevi White Nugget Ice Maker

How to Enter: 

1. Follow both @gevi_tech and @phillygrub on Instagram
2. Like the Gevi Halloween Giveaway post and tag 3 friends you want to win prizes together
3. Share the post with the Hashtag #GeviHalloweengiveaway

The Giveaway will end at 11:59 PM on October 31, 2022, EST. We will announce the winners on November 1, 2022, on Gevi Household's official Instagram(@gevi_tech). Winners of the Giveaway will be selected in a random drawing. We can't wait to know who will win, and we hope you have a safe and happy Halloween. 

Please visit the video for Gevi Halloween giveaway 2022 on Youtube.

Note: It is open to legal residents over 18 years old in 48 US states (except Hawaii and Alaska). For Terms and Conditions, please visit the link https://www.gevi-tech.com/pages/halloween-giveaway.