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 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 ...

Halloween is less than a month away and if you and your family are enthusiasts of this fun holiday, plan a day trip or a weekend to see The Great Jack O’Lantern Blaze. You will not be ...

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 ...