Oh! Well, yeah, there's a little more to it, particularly in terms of its origin; see, if Halloween's origins here are anything like they are in my world, it likely started off as a day when it was believed that supernatural forces such as ghosts were unusually active. People would wear costumes or masks to ward off these beings, and would leave food out for them.
Over time, these traditions drifted and mixed with those of other cultures, but the general association with costumes and food remained. At this point, what's most common is for children to go door-to-door in costume collecting treats, while adults will more often either hand out said candy or attend costume parties, where food is typically still provided.
Or just stay home and eat candy they got at a discount, that works too.
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Over time, these traditions drifted and mixed with those of other cultures, but the general association with costumes and food remained. At this point, what's most common is for children to go door-to-door in costume collecting treats, while adults will more often either hand out said candy or attend costume parties, where food is typically still provided.
Or just stay home and eat candy they got at a discount, that works too.