Creepy treats: Halloween flea market delights Prenzlau!

Creepy treats: Halloween flea market delights Prenzlau!

The first Halloween flea market in Prenzlau recently attracted many visitors and proved to be a lively meeting place for young and old. Organized by Nicolle Degner, the event was a complete success despite the cool autumn weather, with a lot of activity on the square, where nine stands offered a colorful program to browse, participate and discover. Activities such as face painting, pumpkin carving and lantern making were particularly popular among families.

Culinary enjoyment was also provided: delicacies such as pumpkin cake, pumpkin soup, fragrant coffee and fruity punch attracted the guests. A special attraction were the drinking bags in the form of “blood bags”, filled with delicious fruit juice and lovingly prepared by Martina Skiba. They were sold by Meggan Lou, Nicolle Degner's daughter. There was also a buffet with donations of cakes and pastries from the dealers, as well as a drinks bar from Bodo Zeiler, whose commitment was widely recognized.

The diversity of the offer

Stand operators persevered despite the less than ideal weather, offering a wide range of flea market items, handmade fall and Halloween decorations, and small gift ideas. Many visitors expressed their wish for a repeat event next year. The organizers are optimistic that this Halloween flea market will become a permanent tradition in Prenzlau in the future.

After the colorful hustle and bustle around the flea market, the question arises as to how Halloween found its way into today's world. The term “Halloween” comes from “Allhalloween” or “All Hallows’ Evening” and is celebrated on the evening before All Saints’ Day, November 1st. Its origins lie in ancient Celtic harvest festivals, particularly Samhain, a holiday when it was believed that the souls of the dead could contact the living.

A look into history

Traditionally, people celebrated with large bonfires and offered food to protect themselves from demons and evil spirits. With Christianization, Samhain became less important, but was combined with Christian customs. The fascination with the dead and the commemoration of them has persisted over the centuries, even if customs have changed.

Introduced as a tradition is “Trick-or-Treating”, which has its roots in “Souling”, in which children asked for soul cakes and prayed for the deceased. Despite the different views on Halloween and its historical significance, the celebration remains vibrant in many cultures. While some question the event, the question of whether it is appropriate for Christians to celebrate Halloween continues to be an issue on the minds of many.

In any case, the first Halloween flea market in Prenzlau left a lasting impression. Nicolle Degner thanks everyone involved and promises a promising repetition that the community can look forward to. A festival that is not only fun, but also strengthens the sense of community!