T17 creepy facts about October You’ve Have Never Heard Of

Are you prepared to be frightened? October is known as the month of Halloween, pumpkins, and other eerie things. Nevertheless, did you know there are some spooky October-related facts you’ve probably never heard of? So, this month is packed with surprises that will give you the chills, from unsettling superstitions to strange historical occurrences. In this article, we’ll walk you through 15 spooky October facts that will have you rethinking everything you thought you knew about this season. Therefore, prepare to be frightened, interested, and fascinated by October’s darker side.

What is the history of October?

According to the commonly adopted Gregorian calendar, which has ten months, October is the tenth month. Since October was originally the eighth month of the Roman calendar, its name is derived from the Latin word “octo,” which means “eight.” Nonetheless, October was made the eleventh month of the calendar when January and February were added.

October has long had significance for a variety of cultures and religions. For instance, Halloween, a celebration with Celtic and Christian roots, is well-known in the United States during the month of October. Also, a holiday honoring departed loved ones, the Day of the Dead is observed in Mexico on October 31. Also Nigerians are always celebrating their independence 1st of October.

In addition, October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, which strives to raise money for research and treatment while promoting awareness of the disease. Furthermore, the renowned Italian dish is also being honored in the United States during National Pizza Month.

What are the 17 creepy facts about October?

17 Creepy October Facts: Strange Traditions and Historical Events that Will Give You Chills

• In 2022, February and October will both end on a Monday. So in 2023, they will both end in Tuesday

 

• In Nigeria, 1 of October was when Nigeria again independency, So, its celebrated Year, 1st of October.

 

• October is referred to as “the month of the dead” in several cultures. For instance, November 1st and 2nd are designated as Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) celebration days in Mexico. In October 1692, during the Salem Witch Trials, 20 persons were put to death for allegedly engaging in witchcraft.

 

• Costumes and candy weren’t always the focus of Halloween. Samhain, a Celtic celebration that marked the end of the harvest and the start of winter, was its original name.

 

• The notorious Jack-o’-lantern actually has its roots in Ireland, where turnips and potatoes were traditionally carved as a protection against evil spirits.

 

• The full moon in October is known as the “Hunter’s Moon,” because it was a time when hunters would stock up for the winter.

 

• The Japanese month of “Kanji,” which translates to “ghost story,” is October.

 

• When listeners mistook Orson Welles’ radio dramatisation of “War of the Worlds” for a genuine news report of an alien invasion on October 31, 1938, it sparked global alarm.

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• Early in the 18th century, a man by the name of Arnold Paole claimed to have been bitten by a vampire in Hungary, which is where the first case of a vampire in history was originally documented. Shortly after, he passed away, and a number of other local residents also passed away from unknown causes. The case served as the basis for “Dracula” by Bram Stoker.

 

• On October 7, 1849, renowned author Edgar Allan Poe passed away in enigmatic circumstances that have persisted to this day.

• The “Wild Hunt,” a phenomenon in which a group of ghostly hunters fly through the night sky, occurs in several parts of Europe in the month of October.

 

• Grown in Belgium in 2016, the largest pumpkin ever measured weighed more than 2,600 pounds.

 

• On October 20, 1960, the enduring horror film “Psycho” was first presented.

 

• The notorious “House of Horrors” murder, which took place in California on Halloween night in 1983, saw David Carpenter savagely murder four individuals.

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• In the 16th century, a man by the name of Peter Stubbe claimed to have struck a deal with the devil and transformed into a werewolf. This is the first case of a werewolf ever to be documented in history. For his misdeeds, he was killed.

 

• October is also referred to as “National Pizza Month” in the United States. Not quite as spooky, but definitely tasty!

List of World Celebrations in October

October 1

• World Vegetarian Day
• International Music Day
• International Day of Older Persons

October 2

• International Day of Non-Violence
• World No Alcohol Day

October 3

• Child Health Day
• Butterfly and Hummingbird Day
• National Boyfriend Day
• Mean Girls Day
• World Habitat Day

October 4

• World Animal Day

October 5

• World Teachers’ Day
• World Financial Planning Day

October 6

• World Cerebral Palsy Day

October 7

• World Smile Day

October 8

• World Hospice and Palliative Care Day
• World Octopus Day

October 9

• World Post Day

October 10

• World Mental Health Day
• World Homeless Day

October 11

• International Day of the Girl Child

October 12

• National Emergency Nurse’s Day
• Farmers Day

October 13

• World Sight Day
• International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction

October 14

• National Dessert Day
• National Fossil Day

October 15

• Global Handwashing Day
• International Day of Rural Women

October 16

• World Singing Day
• World Food Day
• World Spine Day

October 17

• International Day for the Eradication of Poverty
• Black Poetry Day
• World Trauma Day

October 18

• World Menopause Day

October 19

• National New Friends Day
• Global Dignity Day
• National Pharmacy Technician Day

October 20

• World Osteoporosis Day
• International Sloth Day
• International Chefs Day

October 21

• National Reptile Day
• National Pets for Veterans Day
• National Mammography Day

October 22

• International Stuttering Awareness Day
• National Make A Difference Day

October 23

• National Paralegal Day
• National TV Talk Show Host Day

October 24

• United Nations Day
• World Development Information Day
• World Polio Day

October 25

• International Dwarfism Awareness Day
• World Opera Day
• International Artist’s Day

October 26

• National Day of the Deployed
• National Pumpkin Day

October 27

• World Occupational Therapy Day

October 28

• International Animation Day
• National Immigrants Day
• National First Responders Day

October 29

• Internet Day
• World Psoriasis Day
• World Stroke Day

October 30

• National Candy Corn Day

October 31

• World Cities Day

Interesting Facts About Halloween

Sure, here are 10 interesting facts about Halloween:

1. Samhain, an ancient Celtic holiday observed on October 31st, is where Halloween got its start.

2. The Irish legend of Stingy Jack, who deceived the devil and was condemned to walk the earth with only a carved-out turnip to light his way, is where the custom of carving pumpkins first appeared.

3. Harvest and death are symbolised by the Halloween colours orange and black, respectively.

4. After Christmas, Halloween is the holiday with the second-highest commercial revenue.

5. Also, In mediaeval Europe, trick-or-treating was a custom where people would knock on doors to request food in exchange for prayers for the dead.

6. Halloween phobia is referred to as sammanoiphobia.

7. A 2,600-pound pumpkin was the largest one ever measured.

8. Furthermore, Halloween is not only celebrated in these countries but also in various other places, including the United States, Canada, and many European countries.

9. Trick-or-treating was first reported in North America in 1927 in Blackie, Alberta, Canada.

10. Finally, this highlights the significant role Halloween plays in the candy industry.

Who are the Celebrates born in October

 

1. Mahatma Gandhi – October 2, 1869
2. Eminem – October 17, 1972
3. Kim Kardashian – October 21, 1980
4. Hillary Clinton – October 26, 1947
5. Bruno Mars – October 8, 1985
6. John Lennon – October 9, 1940
7. Katy Perry – October 25, 1984
8. Bill Gates – October 28, 1955
9. Julia Roberts – October 28, 1967
10. Pablo Picasso – October 25, 1881
11. Zac Efron – October 18, 1987
12. Snoop Dogg – October 20, 1971
13. Ryan Reynolds – October 23, 1976
14. Kate Winslet – October 5, 1975
15. Amitabh Bachchan – October 11, 1942.

 

 

Fun October Quotes

 

• Double, double toil and trouble; Fire burn and cauldron bubble. By William Shakespeare, Macbeth

 

• Listen to, the children of the night. What music they make! By Bram Stoker, Dracula

 

• I put a spell on you because you’re mine. By Screamin’ Jay Hawkins, “I Put a Spell on You”

 

• There is something haunting in the light of the moon; it has all the dispassionateness of a disembodied soul, and something of its inconceivable mystery. By Joseph Conrad, Heart of Darkness

 

• The dead rise again, bats fly, terror strikes and screams echo, for tonight it’s Halloween. By Unknown

 

• October glows on every cheek, October shines in every eye, While up the hill and down the dale, Her crimson banners fly. By Elaine Goodale Eastman.

 

• The scariest thing in the world is the idea that somebody is out to get you. You can’t live that way. You have to fight back. By Frank Capra.

 

• If you aren’t living in the moment, you’re dead. By Charles Bukowski.

 

• A man who is afraid to die will never actually experience life. by William James.

 

• When you find yourself on the side of the majority, it’s time to pause and reflect. By Mark Twain.

 

• There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you. By Maya Angelou.

 

• Sometimes I wonder if the world is being run by smart people who are putting us on, or by imbeciles who really mean it. By Mark Twain.

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• I don’t know what kind of world we are coming to when a man can only make a living by cheating, lying, stealing, killing and breeding. I refuse to live in it. By Hunter S. Thompson.

 

• If you want to be a leader, you must be a good follower. By John Wooden

 

• The greatest trick the devil ever pulled was convincing the world he didn’t exist. By Mark Twain

 

• The night is darkening round me, the wild winds coldly blow; But a tyrant spell has bound me, and I cannot cannot go. By Emily Bronte, “Spellbound”

 

• Shadows of a thousand years rise again unseen, Voices whisper in the trees, ‘Tonight is Halloween!  By Dexter Kozen

 

• Deep into that darkness peering, long I stood there wondering, fearing, Doubting, dreaming dreams no mortal ever dared to dream before. By Edgar Allan Poe, “The Raven”

What is October Color?

According to “Madeyousmileback” October brings significant seasonal changes in both the northern and southern hemispheres. Furthermore, Autumn reveals the vivid colors hidden under the green summer cover of leaves. So, the loss of the green color is due to the breakdown of chlorophyll occurring when photosynthesis slows down, rather than the autumn chill. Trees exposed to more sunlight can turn red leaves, while others may change to yellow, marigold orange, or brown.

Therefore, the copious presence of pumpkins and fall foliage make October predominantly associated with the color orange. People frequently use the blazing and striking orange shade of pumpkins in Halloween decorations, while the leaves of trees that change colors produce a mesmerizing and awe-inspiring orange and gold view. Additionally, because black symbolizes death and obscurity, which are common themes linked with Halloween, it too is associated with October.

Conclusion

As we reach the end of discussing 17 creepy facts about October, we hope that these facts have both fascinated and spooked you with the dark side of this month. October is full of surprises from eerie superstitions to bizarre historical events, that will make you question everything you thought you knew about this time of year. There’s no denying that October has a certain mystique and allure that draws us in, whether we’re fans of Halloween or not. So, Let’s embrace the spooky side of October and revel in the mysteries this month offers as the leaves turn orange and the nights grow longer. Meanwhile, Who knows what other creepy facts await discovery?

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