The darkness of autumn, the warm glow of pumpkin lanterns and children in costumes on the streets — all of this makes Halloween one of the most anticipated evenings of the year for both kids and adults. In 2025, Halloween falls on Friday, 31 October, which means an especially festive and exciting weekend lies ahead.

Traditions that won’t fade

Although Halloween originally comes from Anglo-American culture, it has become increasingly popular in Estonia in recent years. For children, it’s a tradition to go trick-or-treating (“trick or treat”), while adults organise themed parties or costume balls. In retail, late October has become a symbolic turning point — shelves fill up with pumpkins, candles, costumes and decorations.

Pumpkins - more than just lanterns

Pumpkins are the symbol of Halloween and the seasonal superstar ingredient. Their flesh is perfect for soups, cakes, pasta dishes and even lattes. Many Estonian families carve homemade pumpkin lanterns for Halloween — a fun yearly tradition. If you want something a little special, try pumpkin with glazed seeds or bake a spiced pumpkin loaf with cinnamon and nutmeg — the true taste of autumn!

Ideas to make Halloween unforgettable

• Host a costume party with friends where everyone dresses up as a character from their favourite film.
• Decorate your home with candles, warm orange lights and sheer ghost-like fabrics.
• Watch classic Halloween movies — Hocus Pocus, The Addams Family or Beetlejuice to set the perfect mood.
• Make themed treats with children: ghost cookies, pumpkin cupcakes or jelly “eyeballs”.

When the party needs a slightly bigger budget

Halloween can come with small extra expenses - new costumes, decorations, treats or even a bigger family party in the garden. If your budget is limited, Laen.ee’s flexible consumer loan can help cover seasonal costs without unnecessary stress.

Laen.ee solutions are convenient and fast, meaning that your financial safety net is always there — exactly when the autumn season brings unexpected or joyful surprises.