Friday the 13th occurs twice in 2023, with the first one happening on January 13, 2023, and the second one happening on October 13, 2023. While Friday the 13th is often associated with bad luck and superstitions, it is just a feature of the Gregorian calendar and occurs at least once but no more than three times in a calendar year. The last time we had only one Friday the 13th in a calendar year was in 2022, and the next time wont be until 2025.

The final Friday the 13th of 2023 is on October 13, which falls in the same month as Halloween, making both festivities extra special this year. While the exact origins of Friday the 13th are unknown, certain cultures throughout history have considered the date unlucky for various reasons. In Christianity, Friday is said to be the day Adam and Eve ate the forbidden fruit from the Tree of Knowledge, the day Cain murdered his brother, Abel, the day Jesus died, and the day Noahs ark set sail in the Great Flood. Additionally, Judas was the 13th guest at the Last Supper and the disciple most remembered for betraying Jesus Christ.

If youre looking for ways to celebrate Friday the 13th, there are various things you can do, such as visiting places that are associated with the horror movie "Friday the 13th," watching horror movies, or attending events that are specifically organized for this day. According to astrology, Friday the 13th in October 2023 will affect Aries, Cancer, Libra, and Capricorn the most.