October 31st is a thrilling holiday for many families - second only to Christmas. Halloween is the day for Trick or Treats, witches, pumpkins, and candy. But after celebrating Halloween for a few years, some parents struggle to keep the holiday special. So we compiled a list of ideas to ensure your family has a great time every year!
How to Plan the Best Halloween Parties for Kids
Halloween parties are always more fun when the hosts take care to ensure that all of the guests have a great time. Below is a step-by-step guide for making sure that your young partygoers have the best possible time at your Halloween bash.
Pick the theme
There are several fantastic party themes to choose from for Halloween events. Kids enjoy friendly Halloween activities, costume parties, and their favorite fictional characters. It's crucial to select a theme before completing any other task for a Halloween party. Otherwise, the remaining Halloween party ideas won't fit with the intended mood.
Make Your Guest List
No matter your age, it's always a good idea to have a guest list for parties. Make sure you invite the number of guests your party space can handle and leave room for additional unexpected guests. Inviting classmates is great fun, but if you don't invite everyone in the class, be prepared for some negative reactions.
Invitations are a great way to add a personal touch to your Halloween party! You can find DIY invitation ideas on Pinterest or order them on Etsy. Just be sure to order before October 1! Your invitations should reflect the theme of your party and include all the necessary contact information and RSVP date.
Getting Your Home in the Mood
You can have a lot of fun with your Halloween decorations, no matter what theme you choose. Scary or cute, store-bought or DIY, there are endless possibilities you can add to your home to get it ready for the holiday.
If arts and crafts aren't your thing, you may always print Getty Images pictures of Halloween celebrations. If someone is artistically gifted, Halloween scenes might be created on canvas using acrylic paint. If you're using another person's work, make sure they get compensated for the artistic labor they did.
Spooky Treats for Parties
Small gifts that represent the Halloween spirit are perfect for guests of any age. Be sure to include popular items like candy, as well as spider rings, candy corn, or spooky pencils and erasers. You could also bake some festive treats for your visitors.
It's possible to make Halloween-themed goodies in a snap. There are excellent recipes for meals, such as white chocolate Halloween bark or Halloween Monster Cupcakes. Sugar Cookies, particularly with Halloween-inspired cookie cutters, are a lot of fun to make. Soul Cakes, on the other hand, honor All Hallows Eve or All Saints Day on October 31. And remember that pumpkin pie is always on the menu!
Games and Activities
Halloween party games can be quite entertaining. Bobbing for apples is one of the oldest Halloween traditions, but adding some curve balls can make next year's Halloween bash a success! Each kid could tell ghost stories or view frightening movies or something more pleasant, such as "Hocus Pocus."
"Wrap the Mummy" is a great game for young children. There will be two teams, with one child as "The Mummy." The goal is to wrap up the Mummy using a toilet paper roll. The first team to do so wins the game.
Children love bringing home a decorated pumpkin to show off. If you don't want to cut the pumpkins, no problem! You can paint them or glue on googly eyes and yarn for hair. Let your child's imagination run wild and create silly looking Pumpkins!
Halloween is a fun holiday for people of all ages, and there are many inexpensive party ideas that will delight any child. If you're stuck on ideas, try searching online for "Halloween games for kids." And don't forget – if the kids are in costume, the adults can judge a contest! Chaperones can get in on the festivities by wearing costumes as well.
If the party is held on Halloween night, the conclusion of the celebration may be the beginning of neighborhood trick or treating!
Hosting Halloween Parties for Teens
While many of the above are suitable for teen Halloween party ideas, a celebration for teens is quite different. Here are some ideas to make a great Halloween party for teenagers.
Best Halloween Party Ideas for Teens
There are a lot of great ideas to throw a teen party if you want to get teens in the Halloween spirit. For starters, every attendee should wear Halloween costumes. Allow the teens to dress in their most ridiculous attire, including the young man wearing a tuxedo in order to be a future husband. Horror movies like "Halloween" or "Friday the 13th" can be played in the background for those interested in watching. Otherwise, it creates a spooky atmosphere for all attendees to enjoy.
If you're looking to make your Halloween party more appealing to teenagers, try a scarier theme like the undead rising from their graves or the witches of Salem. Either way, teens will have to get creative with their decorations. One idea is using dry ice for a foggy effect, or black and strobe lights in a dark room. Pumpkin carvings are always popular this time of year - consider making them even spookier by carving Jason Voorhees faces if you're going for a Friday the 13th theme.
List the Party Rules
With a teenager's Halloween party comes an additional set of restrictions. While teens want to hang out with their friends, they must be responsible enough to keep it clean and prevent illicit drugs or alcohol from entering the event. This should always be handled by an adult, but ensure the adolescent host is also informed about the rules.
Family Celebrations for Halloween
Scary movie night
If you're looking for a fun way to spend October 31, why not have a scary movie night with family and friends? If the big day falls on a Friday, you can make it an all-night affair! Don't forget to serve up some popcorn and candy before the movies begin.
No Halloween is Complete Without Costumes!
Make sure to pick out a fantastic outfit! During the holiday, kiddos like to dress as someone they respect most, but finding the proper costume isn't always simple. If kids are going door-to-door for Halloween candy, they want to look their best, so having costumes ready or creating a backup list may be a good idea. Dressing an infant or toddler in a pumpkin costume could be adorable, and they will remain warm and comfortable in this costume.
Some young ladies prefer more revealing costumes, but a group costume or dressing up as a dead bride would be better for a frightening evening in the dark. For their terrifying night out, many groups dress up as the cast of "Hocus Pocus." It's worth noting that just because someone is a teenager does not imply that they can't go trick or treating.
Stock Up on Candy
When it comes to Halloween candy, remember that children enjoy the most popular sweets. Ensure you have the finest chocolates so your home is the most anticipated stop during the holiday. Also, keep in mind that some youngsters may be allergic to certain sweets, so having a broad range of options may be ideal.
Get Ready for the Trick or Treating
Believe it or not, preparing your house for trick-or-treaters can be just as fun as going out and collecting candy. Make sure to carve some pumpkins, hang up spooky decorations, and stock up on candy before the big night. And don't forget to have a few goodies ready for when the kids come home tired from all their walking. Friday nights are the perfect opportunity to turn movie night into a Halloween tradition by popping some popcorn, eating pumpkin spice treats, and watching scary movies in the dark.
Enjoy the Halloween Spirit In Your Liv Multifamily Community
Liv Multifamily has several Halloween-related activities for its tenants to get into the Halloween spirit! The community holds Halloween kids club craft sessions for youngsters to make their finest Halloween décor and themed "Yappy Hours" for all four-legged residents to enjoy their fair share of Halloween fun. Residents can join in with costume guessing competitions or attend special happy hours focused on various themes.
At Liv Multifamily communities, there's a way for everyone to enjoy the Halloween season! To discover more, go to the resident portal page and look at the community calendar.
