Is Halloween Really Just For Kids?

Adults continually participate in Halloween festivities and parties. But we all know that Halloween is a celebration of ghosts, ghouls, gnomes, and family ties. Perhaps that's the reason why Halloween usually ends up being connected with children, especially in North America.

H is for Halloween and the Harvest

Way back before Hollywood-inspired costumes arrived, rural American farmers would open their land to hunters during Halloween. Halloween was a significant time of the year for hunters because it was when the hunting season started. Trekkers and travelers would also start to fill up the immaculate lands in the northeastern regions of the United States.

In 19th century folklore, harvest time is very important in the US. The telling of tales and legends began when this time of year arrived.

Trick or treat!

There are several urban legends that made people fear trick-or-treating for some time. Some of these urban legends were:

- People who stuff corroded razors into candy apples.

- Contaminated candies given to kids

It was a good thing when more and more homes opened their doors and gave out treats for children in the late nineties. This was a sign that children could now go out on Halloween night, meaning it was safe to roam around their neighborhoods. For adults, it was also a sign that there was nothing to worry about regarding their children's safety on Halloween night.

Why do people cling to the vision? Many believe that supporting the trick or treat tradition of Halloween showed the degree of solidarity in a neighborhood. If your kids can be safe from harm at night, under the care of all the adults who are anticipating the arrival of the children, then youre in a good neighborhood with responsible adults.

The Academe and Halloween

One of the most eminent American-cultured powerhouses is the unlikely school. During the time when conservative groups started losing grip on Halloween celebrations, schools started to support gatherings during fall. Such events encompassed:

- Halloween processions

- Halloween parties

The tradition is taught to children. However, in recent years, Halloween has become more and more about consuming Halloween-themed commodities than sharing solidarity with neighbors or enjoying the company of good friends and family in gatherings.

Big Bag O' Money!

Apart from being a traditional time for the spooky things, large companies are finding more and more reasons to smile during the festivities. Childrens festival is an understatement; the candy industry makes sure that the festival can be enjoyed yearlong.

From simple candies that bear resemblance to the hallmarks of horror films and stories, such as Count Dracula and the Wolf Man to gummy concoctions that bear resemblance to false fangs and bloody snakes, Halloween has truly become a consumerist enterprise.

An estimated income of $950 million a year is brought in by all products related to Halloween. Most of these products sold during this season are little toys and candies. It is thought that this may be a good thing, since it's a way of training children to become wise shoppers when they become adults.

Thats Halloween for you; festivities for children, yet guarded largely by adults.

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