Ghouls, scary clowns and Barbie: The world dresses up for Halloween, in photos

Ghouls, scary clowns and Barbie: The world dresses up for Halloween, in photos
October 31, 2026

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Ghouls, scary clowns and Barbie: The world dresses up for Halloween, in photos

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From ghouls and zombies to scary clowns, Barbie and Little Red Riding Hood, Halloween is bringing out costumes of every kind around the world. Revelers are getting into the spirit at sporting events, Halloween celebrations and even protests.

France, the United Arab Emirates, Colombia, Chile, the United States, Lithuania and Taiwan capture the global mix of fright and fun — from creepy creatures and horror-inspired looks to a few cute, colorful surprises.

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