How Taiwan Turns Halloween into a Week-Long Spectacle

Reading Time : 3 minutesTaiwan has quietly transformed Halloween from a minor Western import into a sprawling, multi-city spectacle that defies easy explanation. From Taipei’s all-night art festivals to Kaohsiung’s giant pumpkin light shows and theme park hauntings, the island’s October 31st has become something no one could have expected. This investigation traces how a single night grew into a full-blown, island-wide cultural phenomenon.

Halloween : Celebrating Frights Across the World

Reading Time : 2 minutesFrom America’s costumed trick-or-treating to Taiwan’s growing Halloween craze, this global celebration has evolved in unique ways. Explore the blend of spooky customs, like Mexico’s Día de Muertos, and quirky tales from Japan to Europe. Halloween has become a cultural phenomenon, mixing eerie fun and heartfelt traditions, capturing imaginations worldwide.