30 Fun Halloween Activities for the Whole Family to Enjoy
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Of course, nothing’s more fun for kids than collecting all that Halloween candy when trick-or-treating. But there are plenty of other ways for you and the kids to enjoy the spooky season! We’ve rounded up fun Halloween activities for every family member to enjoy all October long.
While you probably already decorate for Halloween to make your house the most festive on the block, and you likely carve a pumpkin or create a no-carve pumpkin, there are many other ways to enjoy the season together as a family. Whether you love crafting together or creating a unique Halloween-themed recipe, we’ve got plenty of ideas for making holiday memories with your kids. From visiting a corn maze to going apple picking, there are tons of different ways to embrace the season. Or maybe you want to indulge in a scary movie night or bake up some Halloween sweet treats. No matter what your family enjoys doing, we’ve rounded up ideas for everyone.
Read on to find the most fun Halloween activities for kids and adults to do this fall:
DIY a Spider Garland
Pom poms and pipe cleaners make these absolutely adorable (and not-too-scary) Halloween decorations. Help your little ones make these, or supervise older kids to create a garland they'll love.
Get the full DIY Spider Garland tutorial at A Beautiful Mess.
Visit a Pick-Your-Own Pumpkin Farm
Every kid, big and small, will love choosing their own pumpkin from a real farm. Find local pick-your-own pumpkin patches and farms here.
Craft a Black Cat Collection
This no-cost craft uses things you already have around the house: toilet paper or paper towel rolls and tissue boxes! Kids of all ages will love making these to decorate wreaths, the mantel, and more.
Get the full Wickedly Fun Halloween Cat tutorial at A Piece of Rainbow.
Create A Halloween Charcuterie Board
How cute is this? Let your kids arrange sweet treats for a seasonal charcuterie board. Use it as a centerpiece for parties or a big family dinner celebrating Halloween.
Get the full Halloween Charcuterie Board tutorial at A Pumpkin and a Princess.
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Book an Autumn Train Ride
Enjoy the autumn colors with your child on an old-fashioned train ride. Many companies offer Halloween-themed events this time of year, or simply enjoy the seasonal beauty. Search "train rides near me" to find one nearby.
Make Edible Candy Corn Slime
Share this fun activity that's a craft and a recipe. Edible slime will have the kids giggling. It's a great way to spend time together or a fun treat for Halloween parties.
Get the full Candy Corn Slime tutorial at A Sparkle of Genius.
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Host a "Whodunnit?" Party
Teens especially will enjoy cracking the case on a murder mystery. Online kits make it easy to set the stage for a night of sleuthing.
Make a Boo Basket
Start a fun neighborhood tradition with your kids by creating a boo basket! Secretly leave a basket of goodies on a neighbor's porch with instructions on what they should do next to spread the cheer.
Get the full Boo Basket tutorial at Alice and Lois.
Host a Classic Monster Movies Night
Dig up (pun intended!) some kid-friendly Halloween movies from the old days and plan to laugh your heads off (yeah, they're not that scary, but they are fun!). From old-school Frankenstein to The Wolf Man, spend an evening sharing these old flicks with the kids. Make plenty of popcorn!
Weave a Fun Halloween Hairdo
Your little one will love this adorable Halloween-themed hairdo, complete with plastic spiders.
Get the full Halloween Hair Styles tutorial at Arin Solange at Home.
Make a Caramel Apple Board
Here's another fun board idea: Caramel apples with plenty of other sweet treats. This would be ideal for a teen party.
Get the full Caramel Apple Board tutorial at Artfully Alissa.
Do a Halloween Mani
You and the kids can do a basic Halloween manicure with seasonal colors, or opt for nail stickers, which are easy to use and remove.
Create Creepy Halloween Art
Use thrifted artwork to have your kids create a creepy display for decorating at a party or to display at the front door. It's ingenious and so simple!
Get the full Creepy Halloween Art tutorial at Bless'er House.
DIY a Pillow Wreath
This is such a cute wreath that you can craft together with the kids. Choose your favorite Halloween-themed fabrics for a one-of-a-kind wreath.
Get the full Pillow Wreath Tutorial at Crafting Cheerfully.
Plan A Family Halloween Dinner
Make Halloween (or the week of Halloween) special by hosting a themed dinner. The kids can help you whip up dishes like Monster Wraps or Jack-o-Lantern Pie.
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Roast Pumpkin Seeds
Don't toss those pumpkin seeds after carving your jack o'lantern! Roast them at 350 degrees for 15 to 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Spice them up with salt, paprika, cinnamon, sugar, or any combination of seasonings you like.
Host a Holiday Bingo Game
Get the party started with this fun Halloween bingo game for little kids. It's perfect for a party at home or school.
Get the full Halloween Bingo tutorial at Crafts by Amanda.
Build a Haunted Gingerbread House
You don't have to wait until Christmas to create a gingerbread house. Design a haunted one for Halloween. Many companies offer kits if you don't want to bake from scratch.
Create a Barbie Pumpkin
Sure, scary pumpkins are always fun. But this Barbie pumpkin is on trend and so much fun to make with your little one.
Get the full Barbie Pumpkin tutorial at Crafty Little Gnome.
Go Apple Picking
Go apple picking at a local pick-your-own farm! Then come home to make an apple pie or caramel apples!
Whip Up Some Halloween Fudge
Yes, it looks like candy corn. But it's actually fudge! Make this fun recipe with your kids and see how long this fudge lasts in your house.
Get the full Candy Corn Fudge tutorial at Club Crafted.
Attend a Halloween Parade
Many communities host Halloween parades, where everyone comes in costume. Search "Halloween parade near me" to find out if there's one locally.
Make Halloween Snack Pretzels
These pretzels are almost too cute to eat! But your kids will love getting creative with the designs.
Get the full Halloween Snack Pretzel tutorial at Inspired by Charm.
Go on an Autumn Picnic
The weather is still beautiful, and the colors are glorious. Pack up a basket and head out to the nearest park to enjoy some quality family time on a sunny autumn weekend.
Adopt a Pet Ghost
You and the kids can whip up a few of these fun pet ghosts in no time! They're great for parties or trick-or-treaters.
Get the full Pet Ghost tutorial at It's Always Autumn.
Visit a Corn Maze
Find a family-friendly corn maze near you, then spend the afternoon figuring out how to get out!
Hang Halloween Lights
Why wait for Christmas? Show off your Halloween spirit with holiday-themed lights.
Bake Frankenstein Macarons
You and the kids will have a blast baking these Frankenstein macarons. They're not as complicated as they look because the kids can draw on their faces and hair with edible pens.
Get the full Frankenstein Macarons tutorial at Happiness is Homemade.
DIY Your Halloween Costumes
Sure, store-bought is fine. But why not get creative and brainstorm with the kids? DIY costumes are actually way more fun to create, and it's a great activity your kids will always remember fondly. (Don't forget to dress up your pet, too!).
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Tell Scary Stories
Take turns with your kids telling scary stories. Bonus points for building a fort!
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