Should Kids Celebrate Halloween? (My Honest Thoughts as a Believer đ)
This might not be a popular opinion, but I donât think Halloween is a simple yes or noâit really comes down to age, safety, and maturity.
A lot of churches strongly advise against Halloween, and I understand why. But I also think not everything has to be approached in extremes. Sometimes wisdom looks like discernment, not just avoidance.
For example, young kids (ages 2â4):
They often donât fully understand the difference between whatâs real and whatâs fake.
So taking them to something like a haunted house? That could genuinely scare themânot in a fun way, but in a way that overwhelms them. In crowded places, they could even get hurt or trampled.
Now, if itâs something mild and age-appropriate, thatâs different. But overall, I think younger kids need more protection than exposure.
Older kids (around 7â10+):
At this age, kids usually understand reality vs imagination much better.
They can process âspookyâ things without internalizing fear the same way, and theyâre more emotionally equipped to handle it.
So instead of asking:
âShould kids celebrate Halloween?â
Maybe the better question is:
đđ˝ âWhat is appropriate for this child at this stage?â
Because itâs not just about the holidayâitâs about:
- emotional readiness
- safety
- and how itâs being approached
As believers, I donât think we need to make everything either completely off-limits or fully accepted. Thereâs room for discernment, boundaries, and intentional parenting.
At the end of the day, itâs less about the holidayâŚ
and more about the heart, guidance, and wisdom behind the decision.