How did trick or treat start in America?

Answer 1

Halloween started in America when immigrants came from Ireland and Scotland, bringing their customs and traditions to the United States, though the meaning of Halloween is not the same in the U.S. as it is in those countries.

And some more history on Halloween:

Halloween started several thousand years ago with the Ancient Celts (a group of pre-Christian mystics who worshipped nature). They considered October 31st the end of the year and they threw a big party which was known as Samhain. It was a celebration of the autumn harvest and the Celtic new year, when they believed spirits could come back and visit with living relatives.

Celts put out food and drink for the dead and left their windows, doors, and gates unlocked to give the spirits free passage into their homes. Some people believed if you left "treats" on the front porch for the spirits and ghosts, this would make them happy and they would not hurt you.

Later, as Christianity spread, November 1st became a religious holiday known as All Saints' Day. The prayer that was said on this day was called Allhallowmas. The night before became known as All Hakkiwe'en, or Halloween.

Answer 2

first of all Halloween came from Scotland and Ireland so when they immigrated to the USA Halloween traveled with them.I hope this was your answer goodluck

Answer 3

Irish and English immigrants brought the tradition of Halloween to America in the mid 1800s.

Answer 4

Halloween was orginially a European tradition that was brought to America. The exact location of where Halloween was made up is unknown.

Answer 5

the christian were the first persons to come up with it but no they say that can't celebrate Halloween