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Halloween Surges Across Argentina, Filling Streets and Stores

Younger generations powered by social media have turned an imported custom into a locally reinterpreted fixture.

Overview

  • In Güemes, turnout far exceeded prior years, with hundreds of children trick-or-treating and a councilor-led plaza gathering broadcast live.
  • Rosario retailers reported this year’s strongest activity, with masks and accessories sold out, late-week rushes, and sales rebounding after the Oct. 26 elections.
  • In Salta and the Valle de Lerma, thousands took part in community rounds, reflecting a shift from language schools and nightclub parties to neighborhood festivities.
  • Merchants across candy shops, supermarkets, and party stores decorated storefronts and prepared limited candy stocks, noting unexpected demand and expanded adult participation.
  • Coverage from Madrid underscores that Halloween’s growth often coexists with All Saints’ remembrances, as families blend festive outings with traditional memorials.