The Jack-O-Lantern story comes from Irish folklore, and the original was a far cry from the cute friendly Halloween decoration we know today!

Sure, you may think jack-o'-lanterns have always been carved out of those plump, orange gourds. But, you'd be wrong. Smithsonian Magazine reported that turnips were the chosen vegetable to carve ...

Jack-o’-lanterns are an iconic symbol of Halloween today, ... Potatoes and turnips were the original jack-o’-lantern by: Brooke Williams. Posted: Oct 25, 2023 / 11:47 AM MDT.

It’s that time of year again when everyone gets excited to put out some spooky yard decorations, and the choice for many is the classic jack-o'-lantern. In this roundtable, the Life section writers ...

The jack-o’-lantern as a folk character originated in Ireland as a trickster forced to wander the netherworld after being banned from both heaven and hell for his ornery behavior. He had nothing ...

The Great Jack O’Lantern Blaze introduces new and original designs each year. Its fifth anniversary brings a Day of the Dead installation, with dancing mariachi and sugar skulls carved into ...

Sure, you may think jack-o'-lanterns have always been carved out of those plump, orange gourds. But, you'd be wrong. Smithsonian Magazine reported that turnips were the chosen vegetable to carve ...

Plus: cake was also a major part of the tradition. Food & Wine / Getty Images Halloween is just one day away, and if you haven't carved that pumpkin yet, don't worry. There's still time. However ...

Halloween is just one day away, and if you haven't carved that pumpkin yet, don't worry. There's still time. However, this is an instance where your procrastination may pay off as you can choose ...