4 Ways to Organize a Halloween Party

2024 Author: Samantha Chapman | [email protected]. Last modified: 2023-12-17 09:13

"Trick or treat" is not an opportunity reserved only for the youngest. Halloween means parties. It is also a great excuse to decorate and scare. So start collecting costume ideas and read on to this article.

Steps

Method 1 of 4: Plan the Party

Step 1. Consider the style of the party that interests you

There are many to choose from, so better start thinking about it in time. Some themes you might like include:

• Haunted house
• Ghosts
• Horror
• You do
• Pumpkin (all orange!)
• Cemetery
• Costume (any is fine)

Step 2. Take note of the ideas

Before going to any store make a list as follows:

• Decorations you would like
• Foods
• Music
• Prizes and games (optional)
• Film (optional)
• Other ideas

Step 3. Consider who you will invite

This will give you an idea of the numbers and space as well as the necessary supplies. If you have a specific theme (movies for example), limit the number so you don't end up with 12 Freddie Krueger.

If the party is at your home, limit the number of people so you can manage them with confidence. After all, you are the master of the house, successes and failures weigh on you

Step 4. Prepare the invitations

Use the theme as a guideline. Define the time, date and provide every detail on what to wear, what to wear, etc. Send out the invitations at least two weeks before the party. Here are some invitation ideas:

• Get some cardstock and a template from the internet; draw and cut out a witch hat. Use a silver marker to write on it.

  If the hat isn't exactly the best for you, try pumpkins, ghosts, graves or black cats. If you put it in an envelope, add some cilantro for an extra touch

• Buy a group of small pumpkins from the greengrocer. With a permanent marker draw a funny face on the front and some details on the back. Let it dry, otherwise you risk smudging everything.

Method 2 of 4: Before the Party

Step 1. Purchase the decorations

If it's a big party, you'll have to put more effort into decorating, it also depends on how many hands are available! Decorate in advance so you don't have to rush everything.

• For a haunted house:

  • If you already have fairy lights at the entrance, replace them with illuminated skulls. Place sculptures on the window and take advantage of technology - many decorations have motion sensors that will scare guests as they enter.
  • For the inside, use stones in the corners and a fog machine at the door. Hang spiders and bats in non-obvious areas and if the lights are low, use some fluorescent spray.

  

  Step 2. Consider what you want to serve to eat and drink

  For Halloween there are always lots of ideas in newspapers, books and even online. WikiHow also has its own section on this - check out the Halloween category. Prepare meals in advance, especially if you have complex things (cookies in the shape of hands, skulls, etc.).

  • Witch's fingers are pretty simple and are made from biscuits and sliced almonds. Think cheese for the brain, mozzarella for the eye sockets and green olives for the eyes.
  • As for the things to drink, the cauldron with the punch is mandatory. And if you can get your hands on dry ice to make it smoke, so much the better. A bright LED on the bottom will give a nice touch.
  • Line the rim of the glasses using red colored corn syrup, letting it slide down the glass to get the creepy look for the situation.
  • Don't forget the desserts! If you're feeling creative you can make bloody or zombie-style cupcakes.

  

  Step 3. Prepare the music

  Do this in advance and set up the system where it is easy to hear. Don't just think about the music, but add some sound effects too!

  Have them leave outside in order to prepare the guests. Inside, the effects can even be shorter. Maybe you can download something for free from the internet

  

  Step 4. Design games if you like

  You will need to take into account the number of participants, age and interests. Search online for ideas.

  • Costume parties are a favorite. You can also narrow it down - all guests have to dress like a character from some horror movie, even a specific one (maybe even the house could be decorated following that movie) or zombie.
  • The Pumpkin Decorating Contest is a great idea as long as your guests don't get carried away, turning it into a contest for who gets the most pumpkin on.

  Method 3 of 4: At the Party

  

  Step 1. Put the decorations on the same day

  Move the furniture, check that there is enough space to move, dance, play, etc. Place food in an accessible area, but avoid getting it in the way.

  Better to insure the house ahead of time. The set table should be away from anything that can be knocked over or that can ruin it. If guests are drinking, find a place for coats, keys, and have bathrooms ready

  

  Step 2. Prepare the table before the party

  It's always fun to decorate it in a Halloween style with an orange tablecloth, a witch's hat, a pumpkin or anything that excites your imagination. Provide plates, cutlery, napkins, glasses, etc. Serve drinks nearby.

  Wait to put ice in drinks or bring warmed-up foods to the table until all the guests are there

  Method 4 of 4: Party in the Office

  

  Step 1. Place the decorations

  They can be of the classic orange and black or more specific. Better still if there is some colleague who offers to help you.

  • Decorate your office like a movie set. Staff can vote before Halloween. Then on the day of the party the members will dress up as the characters from the chosen movie.

    Certain departments may have a different theme. You could pass a bowl of movie titles and let each one draw one for inspiration. It could become a "guess the title" competition for the day of the party

  • Even a musical theme works… just celebrate a dead rock star from the past. A Halloween idea: Pick a genre, decorate the office like an abandoned recording studio, and have everyone dress up like a dead singer.

  

  Step 2. Have a murder party

  Halloween doesn't have to be just pumpkins, pretzels and zombies. It can also go old school and get sophisticated. Plan a murder night. It will need to be prepared well in advance, but it might really be worth it.

  You will have to write a part for each character, informing them how and why they knew the "deceased" and what their feelings were towards him. Assign her and reveal clues during the evening, uncovering alibis, secrets and interactions. Before people go home, have them guess who the killer is (the killer will need to know in advance so write it down in his script). Obviously, make the criminal reveal himself

  

  Step 3. Prepare a Halloween lunch

  Unfortunately, there are no traditional foods or drinks associated with a Halloween party. Whatever the theme, stick to that. Who wants a whiskey & soda?

  Generally the best choice is the buffet. Pumpkin biscuits, cat's tongues (or witch's fingers), deviled eggs and crab legs are perfect

  Advice

  • Consider giving awards for best costume, best joke, best laugh, etc. The younger the participants, the more prizes you will need to have.
  • If there are adults and children at the party, provide a place for the little ones to sleep if they get tired; this way the adults will stay a little longer.