The "witches' festival," often associated with the celebration of the Samhain holiday, occurs on the night of October 31st. This festival marks the end of the harvest season and the beginning of winter, a time when the veil between the living and the dead is believed to be thinnest. Many people celebrate with bonfires, costumes, and various rituals to honor ancestors and spirits. In modern times, the festival has evolved into a broader celebration of Halloween, where traditions like trick-or-treating and pumpkin carving are popular. Some communities also hold events that focus on the historical aspects of witchcraft and the persecution of those accused of being witches during the Salem witch trials.