Halloween’s Weird, Lost Traditions That Might Surprise You

From costumes and sweets to haunted houses and jack-o'-lanterns, Halloween is a night filled with spooky fun. But did you know that many of today’s Halloween customs have roots in ancient rituals and strange traditions that have been lost over time? Join us as we delve into the forgotten origins of Halloween and uncover the bizarre customs that shaped this eerie holiday. In this video, we’ll explore: 👻 The Celtic festival of Samhain and its influence on Halloween 🔥 Why bonfires and “bone fires” were once essential to Halloween 🍏 Strange divination games with apples, mirrors, and even kale 🕯️ How ancient traditions of honouring the dead transformed into trick-or-treating 💀 The eerie roots of jack-o’-lanterns and Stingy Jack’s tale Discover how Halloween evolved from a night of warding off spirits and reading omens to the celebration we know today. Some of these customs might surprise—and even shock—you! Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell 🔔 to join me for more eerie tales and spooky histories. Comment below if you’d revive any of these strange traditions in your own Halloween celebrations! 🧙‍♀️🕸️ #HalloweenHistory #ForgottenHalloween #AncientRituals #WeirdTraditions #HalloweenOrigins #SpookyStories