Some tricks to keep in mind to have the most fun in the spookiest festival ever, Halloween
Summer is transitioning into fall which means October is fast approaching. And what does that mean? That means it's again that time of the year when you celebrate the thrill of horror and creepiness. It's the season of Halloween.
Halloween is a festival that's been celebrated for centuries in one way or the other. It's a unique occasion where weird, terrifying, gross things become fun and interesting. And a wide misconception is if you think this festival is only for kids. Adults can have a lot of fun on this occasion as well. If you are someone who loves to throw parties, then Halloween is one of the best opportunities for you to go all out and discover a new side of everyone.
So this October, if you are up for throwing an exciting adult Halloween party, we are here to help. We have some amazing tips to assist you in organizing the best spooky celebration ever.
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Pick A Theme: The most important part of a Halloween party is its theme. So it should be the first thing you decide while arranging for the gathering. You have to make up your mind if you want a hardcore horror setup or some cute and mild atmosphere. Because both work well with Halloween. Go for a haunted mansion or zombie apocalypse theme if you want to go for hardcore. And if you are opting for something toned down, choose a masquerade party or an 80's movie concept.
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Decide the Guest List: You may think this step is redundant, as deciding on the guest list is a mandate for all parties and not just Halloween. But you should keep in mind that this festival is kind of a different occasion where things are done in a completely different manner. The horrifying or gross decorations and costumes may not be everyone's cup of tea. So when you are deciding on the guest list for a Halloween event, be careful to include only people you know would have fun in such an affair. You do not want people feeling out of place, uncomfortable, and eventually ruining the vibe of the whole event.
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Design the Spooky Invitation Card: Put your creative hat on and DIY the invitation card that goes well with the theme of your Halloween party. You would want to set the mood of the bash starting from the invitation card itself. Go for a spine-tingling, eerie way or a whimsical, funky way. You can also take help from the readily available templates on the Internet. Send cards physically through the mail, or just email them a digital version with RSVP. Don't forget to mention the theme of the party and what kind of costumes guests should wear, if any.
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Decorate The Sinister Surroundings: No matter if you are planning to organize the Halloween party indoors or outdoors, you need to pay close attention to the decorations of the surrounding. The venue should be by the theme of the event. Spruce the place up with all the classic Halloween decorations like jack-o'-lanterns, carved pumpkins, brooms, fake cobwebs, and scarecrows. To enhance the feeling of creepiness, use candles and mood lights.
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Arrange the Most Grotesque Looking Food: No matter what kind of occasion it is, food is one of the most important things to arrange. And Halloween party food is especially interesting and fascinating. Because this is the only function where people intentionally serve the most unappetizing looking food and you have to be ready for surprises in each bite. But you don't have to worry! There's no shortage of options. Starting from appetizers to desserts, everything can be eerily Halloween-themed. Mummy Dogs are hotdogs wrapped like mummies and Feet-loads are meatloaf shaped into severed feet. Just like that, there are skeleton ribs, sweet potato jack-o'-lanterns, pumpkin head fruit platter, spider cookies, monster burgers, etc. You can use cherry or strawberry filling in the desert to make them 'bleed' when you cut into it.
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Don't Forget the Iffy Drinks: Food needs to be complimented with the perfect drinks. That's what makes a party successful. So this is also an important step to choose what beverages to serve to your guests which taste good but look appropriately ghastly, matching the spirit of Halloween. Luckily, there are many options, both alcoholic and non-alcoholic. From a spooky cocktail like Witches Brew to creepy Cherry Eyeball Punch, from classic Bloody Mary to innovative Zombie Cocktail and there's so much more. Go a bit extra length if you want with a mini fountain of red sangria which will look suspiciously bloody.
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Make a Chilling Halloween-Themed Playlist: No party can be complete without some music. Music breathes life into a social gathering. Halloween is no exception. So don't forget to prepare a good playlist for your party to raise the bar of eeriness. If you feel confused about what to curate, then let Spotify or Apple Music do the work( or any other music platform you prefer). There are so many spooky playlists already available there that will perfectly blend with the vibe of Halloween.
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Trick-or-Treat: Treats are not something only kids like. Adults also adore sweets and gifts. So you can arrange for little party favors to give to your guests to bring smiles to their faces. It can be a small gesture of gratitude for coming. You don't need anything extravagant. It can be some silly knick-knacks, vampire teeth, witch's nails, masquerade masks, candies, or small bottles of alcohol.
Our recommendations to add to your party-favors pouch: are Scorpio Brooch, Winged Skull Brooch, Bat Brand pooch, and Spider Brooch.
Royalty Rhinestone Spider Brooch
Keep the Funky Party Activities Coming: Party games are also not some children-only activities. Adults enjoy entertaining party games as well. So it's a great idea to keep your guests engaged with a few fun activities. Wondering what Halloween-themed activities you can arrange for adults? You can modify so many classic games infusing a bit of horror theme or create something completely new. Solve bizarre murder mysteries complete with roles and costumes for everyone, go scavenger hunt around the 'haunted mansion', hold the classic costume contest or play creepy charade game with horror movies. You and your guests are bound to have a memorable time on Halloween with these funky party activities.