Is Halloween gaining popularity in China?

TedM (UK)

Chinese people love any excuse for an activity that is different from their working lives. There is nothing about religion; just the exciting bits about giving gifts, decorating and dressing up. Good excuses for parties, eating good food and meeting friends and family.

Young people dressed in Halloween costumes take part in a parade to celebrate Halloween on the Nanjing Road shopping street in Shanghai, China, October 31, 2013.[Photo/IC]