From ancient traditions to modern-day trick-or-treating, Halloween has changed a lot over the centuries. Celebrated annually on 31 October, the holiday is celebrated worldwide through various festivals, events or simply the tradition of trick-or-treating.
While several past traditions and superstitions haven’t made the cut in recent years, some are still around today. But how much do you know about them?
Test your knowledge in BBC Bitesize's spook-tacularly difficult quiz to find out. Good luck!
This article was first published in October 2019 and updated in October 2026
