18 Fascinating Facts About Halloween

WESTLAND, Mich.,–– Have you ever wondered how much candy is sold and eaten during Halloween? Or do you wonder how many people trick-or-treat each year? Well, you don't have to wonder anymore! These 18 fascinating facts about Halloween are sure to answer any questions you have about the spookiest time of the year!

1. According to a survey conducted in 2016, the most popular Halloween candy in Michigan are chocolate M&Ms!
2. Last year, over 171 million people in the US celebrated Halloween. This year, over 70% of Americans are expected to partake in this year's spookiest celebration!
3. Americans are currently projected to spend over $8.4 billion on Halloween decorations, costumes, candy, and other holiday supplies.
4. Halloween is the sweetest holiday of the year. Chocolate sold on Halloween doubles the amount sold on Valentine's Day. In fact, over $1.9 billion a year is spent on Halloween candy alone in the United States. That's a lot of candy!
5. Any candy you get this Halloween will last a lot longer than you'd think! Chocolate can last up to two years if properly stored in a dry area, and hard candy can last up to a year.
6. If you're giving away candy this year, make sure you buy the right kind! 50% of kids prefer to receive chocolate candy for Halloween, compared to 24% who prefer non-chocolate and 10% who would rather have gum.
7. Salem, Massachusetts, is considered the Halloween capital of the world due to its haunted history of the Salem Witch Trials.
8. Halloween has gone by several names throughout history. It's been called All Hallow's Eve, Witches' Night, Snap-Apple Night, Samhain, and even Summer's End!
9. The first celebrations of Halloween began over 6,000 years ago in Ireland. Since then, the holiday has achieved global success and participants can be found in most parts of the world!
10. Halloween originated as an ancient Irish festival for the dead called "Samhain." On Samhain, participants would dress up as ghosts and demons and leave "treats" on their front porch to appease any spirits that might otherwise haunt them.
11. If you went trick-or-treating in the Middle Ages, you'd have to sing or dance to receive your treat! This practice is called "mumming" and is still frequently practiced in some parts of Europe.
12. Halloween isn't celebrated in Mexico. Instead, the Day of the Dead is celebrated on November 1st. Participants dress up like the dead and parade down the streets in honor of those who have passed on to the next life.
13. In China, the Lantern Festival takes the place of Halloween. Dragon-shaped lanterns cover the streets to help guide spirits back to their homes for the day, where families typically leave food and water by their ancestors' portraits to welcome them for the evening.
14. The first Jack-o-Lanterns were actually made from turnips and potatoes! They were given scary faces to ward off spirits that could potentially haunt families in Ireland.
15. The largest pumpkin ever weighed was over 2,624.6 lbs. That's definitely one big Jack-o-Lantern!
16. According to an ancient Halloween tradition, if you wear your clothes inside out and walk backwards on October 31st, you'll see a witch at midnight!
17. Currently, Boston, Massachusetts, holds the record for the most Jack-o-Lanterns lit at once (over 30,128!)
18. It is extremely rare for a full moon to occur on Halloween. The next full moon on Halloween is predicted to occur on 10/31/2020.

Halloween is the second most celebrated and universally recognized holiday in the world (with Christmas in first place). Now that you've learned these 18 interesting facts about Halloween, you won't be able to look at the spookiest holiday of the year the same way again! The best part about the fall, besides the candy, apple cider, haunted hayrides, and Halloween celebrations, is that it's also SUV season! Take a look at our new SUV inventory to find exclusive deals on the Ford Explorer, Escape, and Edge. Additionally, you can save money by taking advantage of our manufacturer offers to get a great deal on a new Ford vehicle. Plus, we frequently update our regional incentives as more offers become available, so check back regularly to find further savings at North Brothers Ford!

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