The Chinese celebrate the “Hungry Ghost Festival” in mid-July, when it is customary to float river lanterns to remember those who have died. By contrast, Halloween is often called “All Saints’ Day” (Wànshèngjié, 萬聖節), or (less commonly, but more correctly) “All Saints’ Eve” (Wànshèngyè, 萬聖夜) or “Eve of All Saints’ Day” (Wànshèngjié Qiányè, 萬聖節前夕), stemming from the term “All Hallows Eve” (hallow referring to the souls of holy saints). Chinese Christian churches hold religious celebrations. Non-religious celebrations are dominated by expatriate Americans or Canadians, but costume parties are also popular for Chinese young adults, especially in large cities. Hong Kong Disneyland and Ocean Park (Halloween Bash) host annual Halloween shows.
Halloween traditions 