Ireland's Halloween tradition involves carving turnips instead of pumpkins, a custom rooted in Celtic folklore
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The origins of Halloween are tied to Samhain, a pagan festival in Scotland celebrated with a vibrant Fire Festival in Edinburgh
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Mexico's Dia de Muertos honors the dead with colorful altars, parades, and family gatherings in cemeteries to celebrate the lives of loved ones
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In the Philippines, the tradition of Pangangaluwa sees children dressed in white sheets singing songs on Halloween night, asking for food as a tribute to lost souls
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Japan's "Jimi Halloween" involves mundane costumes that humorously reflect everyday scenarios, adding a unique twist to Halloween celebrations
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Haitians celebrate Fet Gede, a "Day of the Dead" festival where Vodou practitioners dress as spirits, perform rituals, and honor the deceased
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The term "Jack O'Lantern" originated in Ireland, where hollowed-out turnips with candles were used to ward off wandering spirits like Jack
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Scotland's Fire Festival features acrobats, fire dancers, and theatrical performances as a nod to ancient Celtic Halloween traditions
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In Mexico's Dia de Muertos, participants share “pan de muerto” bread and decorate altars with sweets, toys, and meaningful items for the departed
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During Fet Gede in Haiti, participants pour spicy pepper-infused alcohol on themselves and dress in black, white, and purple to honor the dead