Halloween is increasingly popular in Italy, especially in larger cities and historic towns. Expect costume parties, ghost tours and some neighbourhood trick‑or‑treating, alongside long‑standing traditions around All Saints’ Day and All Souls’ Day. See how Italians celebrate Halloween, how the season differs from the US and UK, and where to experience it.
Over the years, Halloween has grown in Italy, while the following days—Ognissanti and Commemorazione dei Defunti—remain traditional celebrations. Dolcetto o scherzetto = trick or treat, Ognissanti = All Saints’ Day (1st November) and Commemorazione dei Defunti/Il Giorno dei Morti = All Souls’ Day (2nd November).
