Fun Halloween Trivia – For The Whole Family
It is the spooky time of year! While often we focus on costumes, carving pumpkins, and scary movies, there is a rich history of Halloween. What better way to celebrate than with some Halloween trivia!
If you’re looking to get into the Halloween spirit, why not test your knowledge with this fun video of Halloween trivia? See how much you really know about this spooky holiday!
Check out this Halloween Trivia video for the whole family. Play in teams or see how each person does.
Halloween Trivia Video
Halloween Trivia Questions
Rather have your own bit of Halloween trivia fun? Here are some Halloween trivia questions you can use with your family, friends and co-workers.
What famous magician died on Halloween?
Harry Houdini
Who was the first First Lady to decorate the White House for Halloween?
Mamie Eisenhower in 1958
What was candy corn originally called?
Chicken Feed
How is Halloween less commonly referred to as?
All Hallows’ Eve
Who’s said to haunt the White House Rose Garden?
The ghost of First Lady Dolley Madison
What does the Halloween color black symbolize?
Death and darkness
In 2021, approximately what percent of people dressed up their pets for Halloween?
20 percent
What item is banned during Halloween in Hollywood?
Silly string
According to superstition, if you stare into a mirror at midnight on Halloween, what are you meant to see?
Your future spouse
What does the Halloween color orange symbolize?
Harvest and warmth
Which animal, thought to bring bad luck, is often associated with Halloween?
A Black Cat
Which phobia is an intense fear of Halloween?
Samhainophobia.
Americans spend approximately how much on Halloween each year?
6 Billion Dollars
What was the first Hollywood mainstream movie to feature a werewolf?
Werewolf of London, released by Universal Pictures in 1935
What was the first city in the United States to plan an official Halloween celebration?
Anoka, Minnesota.
In Scotland, what vegetable used to be carved into a jack-o-lantern?
A turnip
Vincent Price provided a spooky voiceover for which hit song?
Michael Jackson’s Thriller
In what country did carving jack o’ lanterns originate?
Ireland
The fear of scarecrows is called?
Formidophobia.
Approximately how many pieces of candy does a plastic jack-o’-lantern hold?
250.
Which very popular Halloween candy was named after a horse?
Snickers
Which movie completed filming on Halloween 1997?
The Blair Witch Project
Wearing costumes on Halloween originated in order to?
Ward off ghosts
Which U.S. state produces the most pumpkins?
Illinois
What popular fall festival activity did the Romans bring to Britain when they invaded?
Bobbing for apples
What is a hallow?
A saint or a holy person
Halloween is a fun and spooky holiday that is enjoyed by people of all ages. Whether you are dressing up in costumes, going trick-or-treating, or just enjoying some Halloween candy, there is something for everyone to enjoy. So make sure to get out there and celebrate this fun holiday!
