Is Halloween Becoming More about Aesthetic than fear?
Halloween has shifted from spooky traditions to stylish celebrations, as costumes and aesthetics take center stage over fear.
Swati Dubey 
Halloween as a festival began over 2,000 years ago during the ancient Celtic celebration of Samhain . It marked the end of the harvest season and the beginning of winter — a time people associated with darkness, death, and fear. The Celts believed that on the night of October 31, the boundary between the living and the dead became blurred, allowing spirits to return to the earth. To protect themselves, they lit bonfires, wore costumes, and made offerings to ward off ghosts. When Christianity spread, the church adopted the tradition, naming November 1 as All Saints’ Day (or All Hallows’ Day), and the night before became known as All Hallows’ Eve — later shortened to Halloween.
Today, Halloween isn’t about fear or spirits anymore — it’s all about fun, creativity, and community. From kids running around in costumes to adults hosting spooky parties, it’s a night where everyone gets to be someone (or something) else for a while. The pumpkins, candies, and costumes may have changed over time, but the spirit of Halloween ,celebrating imagination and a little bit of mystery — still remains the same.
Halloween has come a long way from bonfires and ancient rituals to costumes and candy bowls. Yet, deep down, it still connects us — to our fears, our creativity, and our shared love for stories. Whether you spend it watching horror movies, trick-or-treating, or just enjoying a cozy night in with a pumpkin latte, Halloween reminds us that sometimes, a little bit of spooky fun is exactly what we need to feel alive.
