Historians say variously that the Middle Ages ended with the fall of Constantinople, in 1453; with the discovery of America, in 1492; or with the beginning of the Reformation, in 1517. A New Empire In The West. The Early Middle Ages, 500-1000.
Halloween's Origins. The word Halloween is derived from the term, All Hallows Eve, which occurred on Oct. 31. All Saints Day or All Hallows Day was the next Day, Nov. 1st. Therefore, Halloween is the eve of All Saints Day. Some say that the origins of Halloween can be traced back to ancient Ireland and Scotland around the time of Christ. On Oct. 31st the Celts celebrated the day because it was when animal herders would move their animals into barns and pens and prepare to ride out the winter. This was also the time of the crop harvests.
For us and many others, Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort is one of the most special times of the year. It generally runs mid-September through Halloween with special decorations, surprises and special ride features. This year, Disneyland Halloween Time begins Sept. 9, 2016, and runs through Oct. 31, 2016. While some of the fun festivities are included with Halloween Time, Mickey's Halloween Party is not. The parties, which are held on select nights during Halloween Time, require event tickets.