comet555

I'm sure this has been asked before but do they celebrate Halloween here? And if so to what extent?

I was excited that the kids could finally dress up for Halloween without wearing a snow suit underneath. But I just realized that I haven't come across any costumes in stores, treats or even any mention of Halloween.

I'm starting to think they don't really celebrate it, at least not in the way we do.

What does everyone here do on Halloween?

northernbird

This will be my third halloween here and in my area nobody does a thing. I miss that about living in Canada.

comet555

Cute picture!

I think I'll miss Halloween too. I really liked seeing the kids all dressed up and excited about all the trick or treating. Too bad

Amazulu

My wife is having a party for my son and his kindy class. We had one last year as well. All the other mothers seem to be into it. I carved a pumpkin lantern last year (hard work!) and will be doing one again this year. My wife went to a craft store and they were very helpful with ideas and halloween supplies.

northernbird

It might be different where you are. Some more pics.... my finest hour dressed as a pumpkin!!

Scotschick

Hi

One of the theme parks is having Halloween Nights but unfortunately can't remember which one.

We went to one at the Magic Kingdom in Florida a couple of years ago and it was pretty cool.

kez81

i found that last year i made lolly bags for kids but not one came knocking its a shame i remember when i was a kid i use to come home with 2 carrier bags full of sweets.

tictac

Can't believe it's that time of year again already:

Teenage hoodies 'trick or treating' to get cash to buy crack

A month of fireworks going off all hours of the day and night


Two more items I'll add to the ever growing list of things I'm glad I left behind!

gedge

i too loathe Halloween
why do people think it's ok to come to my door and demand something from me?
it's it's not troublemaking trick or treaters, it's caterwauling carol singers or exacerbating evangelists

Go Away... grumble mutter grumble

comet555

We certainly won't be going door to door unless our neighbourhood is participating. I guess I should just ask our neighbours what happens.

Not everyone in Canada did it either, I'd say that 95% of houses did do it though. You could easily spot those that didn't want to get involved. No outside lights on and no decoration. So, if you don't want kids around then keep your outside lights off and maybe even put up a sign or something.

emmyjc1

Movie World is having a special night - looks great fun for the Kids 5.45- 9pm $20 and they get a free goodie bag at the end of the night - over 3 nights - damm I have no Kids!
http://www.movieworld.com.au/Park-In...OVIE-WORLD.htm