Halloween: Americans revive spirit of country’s spookiest holiday

The COVID-19 pandemic put a damper on Halloween gatherings last year. But although the pandemic isn’t over — last year’s fear is giving way to a renewed appetite for Halloween traditions, especially trick-or-treating.

5th annual Scottsdale Dia de Los Muertos event held at the Old Adobe Mission
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More than 100 artworks were on display at the Old Adobe Mission in Old Town Scottsdale in honor of the Mexican holiday Dia de Los Muertos, also known as Day of the Dead.

Trick or treaters got a jump start on Halloween at sweet shops in downtown Mesa
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Most of the stores in downtown Mesa gave out candy to costumed kids on Saturday. All sorts of witches and ghouls were seen in the streets of downtown Mesa after the event was cancelled last year.

White Castle in Arizona becomes Fright Castle on Google Maps

Ghost, giant spiders and other spooky imagery has been added to the Scottsdale restaurant ahead of Halloween

As COVID cases fall, Halloween brings more fun and less fear

Witches and warlocks, ghosts and ghouls can breathe a little easier this year: Coronavirus cases in the U.S. are generally on the decline, and trick-or-treaters can feel safer collecting candy.

2 Gilbert homes showcase spooky, fun and different Halloween displays

Two Gilbert homes showcase spooky, fun and different Halloween displays. One couple rents a 30-foot storage container for all the decorations, and the other says it's not as spooky, but it's perfect for Disney lovers.

Villafane Studios' Pumpkin Scavenger Hunt
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Artist and sculptor Ray Villafane has the details on his interactive pumpkin scavenger hunt in downtown Wickenburg that runs through October 31. Tickets are $20 and can be purchased at https://www.pumpkin-hunt.com.

National Juneteenth Museum to be built in Fort Worth

Just four months after Juneteenth became a national holiday, plans are now in the works for a national Juneteenth museum in the Fort Worth.

Holiday gift ideas from She's Crafty
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FOX 10's Anita Roman checks out She's Crafty in Glendale, where you can make unique holiday gifts.

Year-round horror store opens in Chandler
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Just in time for Halloween, the year-round horror store, Terror Trader, opened up in Chandler. FOX 10 photojournalist Brian Kae gave us a look inside this uniquely frightening marketplace.

Thanksgiving dinner may be more expensive as holiday staples in short supply

While most will likely be able to get their hands on a turkey for Thanksgiving this year, shoppers could be shelling out more cash for it as well as other holiday staples — largely due to supply chain bottlenecks.

Haunted house: Terror in Tolleson
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If you love a good scare and are still looking for something to do this Halloween weekend, this haunted attraction may be for you. Terror in Tolleson is back this year for a special reason. The attraction will be open Friday, Oct. 29 to Sunday, Oct. 31 from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. More information can be found at https://www.facebook.com/TerrorTolleson.

Buckeye haunted house terrorizes those who enter with new themes each year
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Lost in the Black Forest with the Collins Brothers is a haunted house in Buckeye put on by 6Below Productions. Each year they have a different theme and storyline, and the haunt will be open on Oct. 29 and Oct. 30. For more information, visit their Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/scared6below.

Is Arizona facing a turkey shortage ahead of Thanksgiving?

Although there may not be a shortage of Thanksgiving turkeys to choose from this holiday season, you may still be paying a higher price due to supply chain issues across the U.S.