Halloween at Home
Halloween is a special time of year for many people. While the holiday is mainly known for ghouls and ghosts, the true spirit of Halloween is creativity. Here are a few spooky ways you can celebrate the season, at home.
Watch Halloween movies in the backyard
Halloween has no shortage of movies dedicated to this season. Grab the projector and go outside for a fun cinema experience everyone can enjoy. Don’t forget the candy and popcorn.
Pro tip: If it’s a dark and stormy night, throw a few beanbags on the living room floor and enjoy movies inside.
Make fun Halloween decorations
Secure facial tissue over a Blow-Pop with rubber bands and voila! – fun little ghost decorations to hang around the house. Use markers to add unique designs to your craft.
Or, scare up some caramel apples with the kids. You can even dedicate the night to trying out some Halloween recipes.
Pro tip: Set up a table and pass out your Halloween goodies to neighbors – add cups of apple cider for a more festive feel.
Host a mystery party
Mystery parties have rapidly become popular. If possible, plan a special evening to cosplay a game of Clue® at home.
Go all out! Send formal invitations, ask your guests to dress up in their best evening wear and serve dinner before taking your best shot at solving the “whodunit.”
Pro tip: Make it a virtual party. Have your attendees meet virtually while drinks* are poured, dinner is served and case files are opened.
*Please drink responsibly.
Tell spooky stories over a fire
During the Halloween season, there is nothing better than roasting marshmallows over a crackling fire and telling a good ghost story. If you need some ideas, read from a book or find a chilling podcast to listen to.
Pro tip: If you're looking for a story to curl up with, we suggest a Stephen King novel.
Carve a jack-o’-lantern
Halloween is all about fun activities, but nothing beats the classic tradition of carving a pumpkin. The possibilities for designs are endless. Plan a carving party with friends or kids and let your imaginations run wild.
Pro tip: Collect the seeds from inside the pumpkin to bake for a tasty snack after carving.
Whether your Halloween is a reserved party of one or a ghostly gathering of 12, we hope these fun ideas can make it more memorable than ever.