All Hallows' History: The Historical Evolution of Halloween

Thu Oct 23 2025 at 06:00 pm to 07:30 pm UTC-05:00

450 5th Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, United States, Iowa 52401 | Cedar Rapids

Cedar Rapids Public Library
Publisher/HostCedar Rapids Public Library
All Hallows' History: The Historical Evolution of Halloween
Advertisement
Explore the roots of Halloween, tracing its beginnings in ancient Celtic traditions and Roman festivals to its evolution through medieval Europe and into modern pop culture.
Discover how rituals and customs have blended over centuries, turning ancient pagan observances into the vibrant, multifaceted celebration we know today.
Advertisement

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

450 5th Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, United States, Iowa 52401

Icon
Concerts, fests, parties, meetups - all the happenings, one place.

Discover more events by tags:

History in Cedar RapidsHalloween in Cedar RapidsFestivals in Cedar Rapids

Ask AI if this event suits you:

More Events in Cedar Rapids

Nerf Warz (Family Night)
Thu, 23 Oct at 06:00 pm Nerf Warz (Family Night)

5515 4th St Ct SW Suite A, Cedar Rapids, IA

Bingo - Public Welcome
Thu, 23 Oct at 06:00 pm Bingo - Public Welcome

El Kahir Shrine 905 Tower Terrace Rd Hiawatha

All Hallows' History: The Historical Evolution of Halloween
Thu, 23 Oct at 06:00 pm All Hallows' History: The Historical Evolution of Halloween

450 5th Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, United States, Iowa 52401

Pre-Halloween Salvage Sale
Thu, 23 Oct at 06:00 pm Pre-Halloween Salvage Sale

606 Fifth Ave. SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, United States, Iowa 52401

Maple Grove Trunk or Treat Event
Thu, 23 Oct at 06:00 pm Maple Grove Trunk or Treat Event

Maple Grove Elementary School

CR Sings: The Music of Bob Dylan
Thu, 23 Oct at 06:00 pm CR Sings: The Music of Bob Dylan

Opus Concert Cafe

FURIOUS FLOWERS: An Evening of Spoken Word + Music
Thu, 23 Oct at 08:00 pm FURIOUS FLOWERS: An Evening of Spoken Word + Music

The Underground

Mustang Visit Day
Fri, 24 Oct at 08:30 am Mustang Visit Day

Mount Mercy University

Daytrip to Celebration Belle Riverboat Luncheon Cruise (Moline, IL) and Putnam Museum (Davenport)
Fri, 24 Oct at 09:45 am Daytrip to Celebration Belle Riverboat Luncheon Cruise (Moline, IL) and Putnam Museum (Davenport)

819 5th St SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401-2128, United States

Parents' Night Out - Halloween Edition
Fri, 24 Oct at 04:30 pm Parents' Night Out - Halloween Edition

5005 Blairs Forest Lane NE Suite D, Cedar Rapids, IA, United States, Iowa 52402

Saving Us Annual Trunk-or-Treat Event!
Fri, 24 Oct at 05:00 pm Saving Us Annual Trunk-or-Treat Event!

Washington High School (Cedar Rapids, Iowa)

TRUNK or TREAT - PUBLIC INVITED!
Fri, 24 Oct at 05:00 pm TRUNK or TREAT - PUBLIC INVITED!

905 Tower Terrace Road, Hiawatha, IA, United States, Iowa 52233

Cedar Rapids is Happening!

Never miss your favorite happenings again!

Explore Cedar Rapids Events