Candy and dressing up are part of the Halloween season, but that is just not it. There is so much more that you can do. It could also be possible that the weather gets bad or there is something that keeps you from venturing out, but that does not mean you do not get to have fun, and you can do these activities with your family to enjoy the day.
Host a Haunted Movie Marathon
Set up the vibes by turning off the lights and setting up the projector with a scary, haunted movie that leaves everyone screaming and hiding their face in the pillows. You can also arrange for Halloween snacks to complete the vibe. You can do that with your friends and family and do an easy setup at your house. It is a perfect alternative if you do not want to go out or do something big during Halloween. In this way, you can have a cute and cozy night in.
Visit a Haunted House or Escape Room
You can also visit a haunted house or an escape room to live up to the Halloween festivities. You can research and look for places closest to your house and the best scary effects! If not an artificial haunted house, you can even look for buildings in your area that are said to be haunted or have had sights of spirits or any paranormal activities and go there for your Halloween adventure. Just make sure to go with a group and to keep flashlights.
Get Crafty with Pumpkin Carving & DIY Décor
A very fun activity for Halloween is pumpkin carving. You can make teams and set up a competition for which one does better or carves the most pumpkins. If you do not have pumpkins, you can also carve watermelons or bell peppers! You can also get your DIY spirit out and make Halloween decorations, because in any case, decorating for Halloween comes as part of the package. Other than that, you can DIY your costume and think of creative ways to make it yourself, because in 2023, the Americans spent 12.2 billion dollars on Halloween, so maybe cut it down and try to recycle a bit, too!
Attend a Halloween Bar Crawl or a Costume Party
If you are an adult and want to spend the holiday partying away, then you should hit up the pubs in your area. All pubs and clubs offer Halloween-themed parties, like the Chicago Halloween bar crawl, where you can get assorted drinks, play games, and make the most of your night. You can also attend a parade that happens in most major cities or go to a costume party where you can dress up as your favorite character. Obviously, try to think of something unique so you stand out.
Organize a Halloween Game Night
If you are creative, you can even set up a Halloween game night where you plan out games and activities. You can even come up with a scavenger hunt and place hints all around your house, or even your neighborhood, and get everyone involved in the game too. You should get someone to hide the tips in the dark, so no one sees them, and divide everyone into teams who go around looking for hints.
Explore Ghost Tours or Paranormal Adventures
If you are someone who loves to explore, you can join in on tours where you explore old and abandoned buildings, like churches. You go to old parts of the city and hear stories about these buildings and about recent incidents that have taken place. You can feel the spooky Halloween, haunted vibe while also learning about the history and architecture of these places and understanding the era these buildings belonged to.
Conclusion
Halloween is a magical celebration if you make it so, and just like these activities, there are so many other spooky things that you can do, for example, nothing beats the thrill of telling ghost stories while everyone sits around a cozy bonfire, sipping on some hot chocolate, so come prepared with the best horror story and some sound effects for added fun!