There are many reasons that Halloween obsessives designate October 31st as their favorite holiday, but I think one of the most pervasive ones is that it’s just plain silly. While it’s true that this is the peak time for horror movies and ghost stories, these are balanced out with the beautiful ridiculousness of it all. I mean, there isn’t really any other time of year when you’ll see as many grown adults decked out in elaborate costumes and handing out buckets of candy.

I’m not saying that there aren’t some scary elements to the holiday, but the goofiness is just as important to the spirit of it all. Why else would this time of year inspire so many memes? For those who crave a spooky fix, they’re an essential part of the package. That’s why we’ve committed to sharing some of the best examples of this with you on a regular basis.