Comments on: Halloween in Norway: What to Expect from Spooky Season /halloween-in-norway/ All Things Norway, In English Mon, 22 Sep 2025 14:12:12 +0000 hourly 1 By: Paul Lewis /halloween-in-norway/#comment-731420 Fri, 16 Oct 2020 20:45:25 +0000 /?p=25822#comment-731420 My son had the very first Halloween party in his neighborhood, Hosle, when he was eight, I think. That would have been 2004. We decorated the house and yard with cobwebs, skeletons, etc. that I brought from the US and gave out candy to the guests. Now they go trick or treating in the neighborhood.

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By: Nicole /halloween-in-norway/#comment-542974 Tue, 30 Oct 2018 14:59:37 +0000 /?p=25822#comment-542974 In reply to Barbara Shoup.

Lots of times Norwegians just use the english word with a Norwegian accent when there is no norweginan equal to that english word… Halloween, is more of an American tradition so most people just say “Halloween”

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By: Barbara Shoup /halloween-in-norway/#comment-542953 Tue, 30 Oct 2018 06:24:04 +0000 /?p=25822#comment-542953 I would like to hear more on Norway’s celebration/recognition of Halloween! What is Halloween called in Norwegian?

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By: Steven Johnson /halloween-in-norway/#comment-542948 Tue, 30 Oct 2018 05:32:20 +0000 /?p=25822#comment-542948 In many parts of America (region and countries neighboring to and including the United States) Halloween is often recognized as Day if the Dead by predominantly Hispanic Catholics. By this name alone, this influence causes a deeper and often religious observance of the day. Within a day or two after, All Souls Day is observed. In no way is this observance strictly patronized by Catholics only.

Modern Halloween practice is mostly recognized as a fun evening with the kids trick-or-treating around the neighborhoods. Homes are often decorated with elaborate scary motifs. Historically, when the porch light is turned off, it means that home has run out of candy to give, or they are not participating at all. Adult themed parties are often held late into the evening, but perhaps somewhat less in number than other major holidays.

Both the Day of the Dead and All Souls Day are frequently recognized as Catholic observances, but this is not limited to just Catholics.

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By: Monica /halloween-in-norway/#comment-542803 Fri, 26 Oct 2018 20:18:46 +0000 /?p=25822#comment-542803 The church has its friendly Hallovenn. Fun, sweet and kind

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