Halloween in the pandemic: Costumes and candy, at a distance Halloween parades, parties and haunted houses were canceled as the coronavirus pandemic left its mark on the holiday and its traditions this yearGhosts, skeletons, princesses and black cats roamed the streets as usual this Halloween, but they kept their distance, wore face coverings and carried hand sanitizer in their quest for treats. Like with everything else this year, the pandemic also left its mark on Halloween. Parades, parties and haunted houses were canceled due to bans on large gatherings and concerns that spooky celebrations could spread the coronavirus. Caden Korchuk, 11, and friend Jayden Schoning, 10, both dressed as skeletons, also appreciated getting their candy delivered from a distance. New York City’s health department recommended avoiding large groups, haunted houses and bobbing for apples — "Keep your spit to yourself,” it said in an advisory.

Source: ABC News October 31, 2020 21:11 UTC