Any time is the right time for a good party, so why not throw one this Halloween? Whether you’re looking to host a casual get-together with friends or want to throw an epic bash for the whole neighborhood, here are some fun ideas that will help you make your event stand out from the rest.
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Host a murder mystery party
If you are looking for a spooky theme halloween decorations for your Halloween party, but don’t want to do a haunted house, then consider hosting a murder mystery party. Murder mysteries can be set in any time period and can have any kind of theme—historical or modern, spooky or humorous. It all depends on what type of party you want to throw!
Throw a zombie prom
Have your guests dress up as zombies, with torn clothes and blood on their faces. Serve red and green food to keep with the theme (for example, serve a green vegetable casserole or make red velvet cake). Play upbeat music like Michael Jackson’s “Thriller,” which was famously used in an episode of The Simpsons that parodied zombie movies. With halloween decorations such as fake brains and bloody handprints on the walls and floor, it’ll feel like you’re at a prom in a horror movie!
Plan a circus-themed bash
A circus-themed party can be the perfect fit for your Halloween bash. You can use bright colors and lots of lights, set up a tent or room with high ceilings (or hang decorations from the ceiling), and decorate with a variety of props like clowns, elephants and lions. A lot of balloons will really add to the festive atmosphere! Have fun with your guests!
Have a masquerade ball
A masquerade ball is the perfect theme for a Halloween party. To make it work, decorate the area with masks of all shapes and sizes. You can also hang up some chandeliers or streamers in black and white colors if you want to add more flair to your event. And don’t forget about the table settings!
A masquerade ball theme will look best when everything is decorated with black and white colors, so use black tablecloths, napkins, plates and cups at every table setting. Use balloons that have light colors like red or pink (but not orange), but try to avoid purple because this might clash with the rest of your decorations!
Have a haunted carnival in your backyard
Halloween is the perfect time to throw a carnival at your house. You can have games, food, and prizes for everyone who comes. If you want to go all out and be really scary, consider having a haunted house in your backyard as well. You can make it as easy or hard as you want by deciding whether people should get through before they can win anything!
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Halloween is the perfect time to host a party, but you don’t have to stick with traditional ideas. A haunted tea party will be a lot of fun if you put in the extra effort and make it super scary. If your guests are young, think about hosting a carnival instead of a prom so they can dress up and enjoy themselves without worrying about drinking too much or getting into trouble at school on Monday morning (although parents may still have some concerns). And remember: never underestimate the power of dressing up as someone else!