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Halloween is always eagerly awaited by many people who want to participate in fun activities such as costume parties, pumpkin carving contests, and the "Trick or Treat" tradition.
However, this year, the COVID-19 pandemic has cast a dark shadow over this highly anticipated event after many health experts in various countries advised people to stay home or hold online parties, as many traditional Halloween activities could pose a high risk of spreading COVID-19.
Many Halloween traditions have had to change because of the Covid-19 pandemic.
People are advised to avoid attending large, enclosed costume parties or going door-to-door with children to ask for candy on Halloween night. Instead, people can carve pumpkins at home rather than attending crowded pumpkin carving events, and organize online costume contests.
People can carve pumpkins at home and participate in online parties.
For those who can't resist the allure of Halloween, outdoor events are a good option, provided they strictly adhere to social distancing guidelines.
This recommendation comes as governments around the world are seeking to strike a balance between public health safety and the need for entertainment during Halloween.
