My personal favorite Halloween-related event is the Halloween Skate hosted by Cape Cod Figure Skating Club at HYCC. They have games upstairs, on the ice, and a costume contest. Halloween isn’t just about the holiday itself but it’s about being with friends and family and having fun.

Additionally, Halloween contributes to forms of self and artistic expression, which is my favorite part. There are endless amounts of costumes that people can use to express themselves. I love that costumes can range from buying one at the store, making a quick one yourself, or even creating a piece of art. Halloween is an opportunity to explore makeup, hair, fashion, etc. There are endless possibilities and it’s always fun to see what people can come up with. A few of my favorite costumes are vampires, zombies, or anything that includes makeup. It’s a fun way to add to your costume and make it more realistic.

Halloween has always been one of my favorite memories from my childhood. Every year my family hosts a big party and the whole neighborhood comes together. We have food, games, and go trick or treating. At the end of the night we trade candy and there’s always a way to have some fun.

The best aspect is that Halloween is a holiday that anyone of any age can enjoy. Anyone can stay out late, trick or treat, go to a themed party, and make the most of the day. Specifically for kids, it’s a great experience for them to gain independence, while also consuming crazy amounts of candy.