How many days until Halloween?
Halloween is on 31 October.
Halloween dates
| Year | Date |
|---|---|
| 2026 | Saturday, 31 October 2026 |
| 2027 | Sunday, 31 October 2027 |
| 2028 | Tuesday, 31 October 2028 |
| 2029 | Wednesday, 31 October 2029 |
About Halloween
Halloween on 31 October is the evening before All Saints' Day. It is often linked to older harvest and autumn festivals in the Celtic regions. Costumes, carved pumpkins and trick-or-treating became popular worldwide through the United States. It is not a public holiday in most countries.
Frequently asked questions
When is Halloween in 2026?
Halloween falls on Saturday, 31 October 2026.
What day of the week is Halloween in the coming years?
2026: Saturday; 2027: Sunday; 2028: Tuesday; 2029: Wednesday.
How many days until Halloween?
The live countdown at the top of this page shows the days and weeks left. It is calculated from your device's date, so it is always current.
Is Halloween a public holiday?
In most countries it is not a public holiday but a day that people mark with traditions, events or shopping. Official days off are listed on each country's page.
Does the date change every year?
Fixed-date events such as 25 December stay on the same calendar date and only the weekday changes. Events defined by a weekday rule or by Easter move around, as the table above shows.