Create Ghoulish Invitations ​

Invitations are a lot more important than you may think. They set the mood for the party long before it even starts. These free templates from Greetings Island are perfect, whether through the mail, email, or social media, your Halloween party invitations will look great every time.

Frightfully Delicious Food

Whether you're a master baker or you want an easy recipe, the following frightful eats will get everyone into the Halloween spirit! Not to mention they look utterly Insta-worthy. Check out these Halloween inspired food ideas from Food Network or these   Halloween treats you can bake at home! 
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Bewitching Drinks

Spooky or saucy? Why not both? These cocktails truly put the BOO! in boozy. Check out these frighteningly delicious cocktail recipes from Delish. 
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Or make a big batch of Halloween punch to kick off your Halloween party, in this Amazon Cauldron for all the witchy vibes.

​Forget regular cups! Who needs those things when you've got Amazon blood bags?! Fill these bad boys up with colorful cocktails and sip on them all night long.
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Halloween Goodie Bags 

Send Halloween guests home with one of these adorable party favors or treat bags you can make in a snap with HGTV’s free printable labels and embellishments.
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What to put in the goodie bag? Halloween candy is an easy option that's always a hit, and you can dress it up, like the popcorn bag pictured. If you have a little more time on your hands, whip up one of these homemade Halloween snacks for an extra-special treat.

Simply Wicked Décor Ideas

The theme you envision should influence how you decorate the party space. Jack-o’-lanterns and friendly ghosts are more lighthearted Halloween characters. Zombies, witches, and vampires are much darker. If you want to celebrate all the fun sides of Halloween, then it’s okay to mesh the cute with the frightening. Some wonderful tips from House Beautiful that we love to follow.

Oh don’t forget to decorate outdoor! Some easy decorations could be scarecrows, jack-o’-lanterns, cobwebs, or even a fog machine. If you can find walkway decorations that have motion sensors, your guests could be greeted with creepy cackles or boos.
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Finally, your party environment should be just as exciting. Candles, strobe lights, and colored lights can provide just enough light to keep the party interesting. Do keep in mind that areas that have food and drinks should be more illuminated so people can see what they’re getting.

Murder Mystery Party

If you want to make your party an interactive one, then a murder mystery is the way to go. This kit will give you everything you need to pull it off, including bios for all the players, clues to solve the mystery, and tips on how you should dress in character.

Or keep party guests entertained with spooky games like Disney’s Hocus Pocus board game. Or the Ouija Board, which is perfect for a smaller get-together where you’re trying to keep the freaky factor at an all-time high! 

Halloween Playlist

Checkout Spotify, Apple, or YouTube Music, they have curated Halloween playlists, all you need to do is hook your phone up to a speaker to get the party started.

Or if you want to go old school, throw some vinyl on your turntable, in the right setting, even a record scratch can be creepy. One of the best ways to get your party off to a scary start is to play Halloween-inspired music. Our pick? The Nightmare Before Christmas soundtrack. 
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 Photo credit: House Beautiful, Food Network, Delish, Amazon, HGTV​