Halloween is my favorite time of year, and as a mom, I love getting my kids excited for all the spooky fun that comes with it! From visiting pumpkin patches and haunted houses to exploring scare zones and attending family-friendly Halloween events, there’s something magical about the Halloween season that kids of all ages can enjoy.
We’re already planning our Halloween activities, like tackling a corn maze, crafting with construction paper and plastic spiders, and getting those spooky decorations just right. Whether we’re picking out Halloween costumes, hunting for treats at Halloween parades, or getting lost in a haunted attraction, every moment is a fun way to make memories. So, grab your googly eyes and spooky stickers, because this Halloween is going to be one for the books!
Halloween Activities for Kids
Halloween Bucket List
How do you make sure you don’t miss an ounce of fun this Halloween? A Halloween bucket list of course. I have a list of some of the things that really make this season so special to me. You can add your own ideas to the list too, like a Halloween scavenger hunt, Halloween parade, a local family-friendly Halloween event, haunted house attractions, apple picking, and more! Use this list to get started making some awesome memories with your family this year! Get our Halloween Bucket List here.
The Switch Witch
Halloween is notorious for candy and we all know our kids don’t need all that candy at once! The Switch Witch is a genius idea to get your kids more excited about something else and remove the candy from the equation without them giving it a second thought! Learn all about The Switch Witch here.
You’ve Been Booed Kits
Booing your neighbors is so much fun for kids and adults! We love putting these kits together, dropping them on our neighbors’ porches, ringing the doorbell, and running! Your kids will have a blast with the assembly and the delivery. Check out how to make these You’ve Been Booed Kits here.
Q-Tip Skeleton Craft
This easy Halloween craft can be catered to so many different ages and enjoyed by everyone! I love to incorporate this craft into homeschooling and the girls love to display their Q-tip skeletons on the bulletin board. Learn how to make this Q-Tip Skeleton Craft here.
Halloween Decor
Halloween Spiders and Spider Webs
These huge spiders were easy to make, easy to attach to the outside of our house, and pretty inexpensive too. Our kids love this Halloween decoration and they make the house look spooky on Halloween night! Find out how to make your own giant spiders here.
Halloween Doormat
I love the look on my girls’ faces when they come home to a fun spooky season inspired door mat and other decorations. It’s the little things that make everything feel more festive and exciting. Learn how to make your own Halloween Doormat here.
Front Porch Halloween Must-Haves
I love the spooky and haunted house vibes during Halloween and decorating the outside of our house really turns up the excitement for me and the kids! It doesn’t have to be expensive or difficult to deck out your house. Your house will be one of the haunted attractions in the neighborhood! Get all the best front porch Halloween decor ideas here.
The Best Halloween Home Decor
Don’t forget to deck out the inside of your house too! I’ve got the best Halloween Guide for simple home decor that won’t break the bank and looks seriously cool and spooky. Get the best Halloween Home Decor ideas here.
Halloween Food Ideas Your Kids Will Love
Halloween Hot Dog Mummies
This fun Halloween food couldn’t possibly be any easier to make! Your kids will have a blast with these and you’ll have them whipped up in no time! Get the step-by-step guide for making Halloween Hot Dog Mummies here.
Halloween Breakfast Ideas for Kids
I love waking my kids up to a fun, festive holiday breakfast and I have some really simple but seriously fun ideas for you. Get some great Halloween Breakfast Ideas for Kids here.
Halloween Lunch Ideas for Kids
You’ll wish you could see the looks on your kids’ faces when they open their lunch to these spooky fun lunches. These ideas take the simplest foods and make them seriously fun. Check out my Halloween Lunch Ideas for Kids here.
Spooky Smoothie
There are so many unhealthy treats during any holiday, but especially Halloween. All the fun and sweet treat events, there’s no avoiding it to some extent. This spooky is not only fun, it’s also delicious and nutritious. Get the Spooky Smoothie recipe here.
Hocus Pocus Spell Book Brownies
I love making these brownies with my girls! This is one of those great Halloween activities that can easily become a tradition. Get the Hocus Pocus Spell Book Brownies recipe here.
Halloween Gift Ideas for Kids
Halloween Gift Ideas for Girls
I love to put together gift baskets or bags for my girls on holidays. You can fill them with lots of little things and there are so many options. Get my Halloween Gift Ideas for Girls here.
Must Have Halloween Books for Kids
There are countless fun Halloween books for kids, and I could easily create a huge list, but we have some current favorites! Get my list of Must-Have Halloween Books for Kids here.
Non-Candy Halloween Treats
Again, candy is a huge part of Halloween, but at home, you can make an effort to cut back on the candy treats by replacing them with other fun gifts. Get my list of Non-Candy Halloween Treats here.
Family Costume Ideas
Little Mermaid Family Halloween Costume
A Little Mermaid family Halloween costume is such a fun way to dive into the spooky season together! Imagine your little ones as Ariel and Flounder while you and your partner rock King Triton and Ursula outfits, turning the night into an underwater adventure full of color and fun. Check out our Little Mermaid Family Halloween Costume here.
Grease Family Halloween Costume
A Grease family Halloween costume is a total blast from the past! It’s a super cool way to bring some ’50s flair to Halloween night! Check out our Grease Family Halloween Custume here.
Sleeping Beauty Family Halloween Costume
A Sleeping Beauty family Halloween costume is a fairy tale come to life! This children’s fairyland is a dreamy way to add a touch of magic to Halloween night! Check out our Sleeping Beauty Family Halloween Costume here.
Hocus Pocus Family Halloween Costume
A Hocus Pocus family Halloween costume might be your favorite costume! It’s all about bringing the Sanderson sisters’ magic to life! The kids can be mini versions of the witches, while you and your partner rock the full witchy vibe. It’s a wickedly fun way to cast a spell on Halloween night! Check out our Hocus Pocus Family Halloween Costume here.
The Greatest Showman Family Halloween Costumes
A Greatest Showman family Halloween costume is all about embracing the circus magic! It’s a show-stopping way to make Halloween night feel like the greatest show on Earth! Check out our The Greatest Showman Family Halloween Costumes here.
Neverland Family Halloween Costume
This costume is the perfect way to bring some adventure to Halloween night! Picture the kids as Peter Pan and Tinkerbell, while you and your partner become Captain Hook and Wendy. It’s a fun way to sprinkle a little pixie dust on your Halloween! Check out our Neverland Family Halloween Costume here.
Alice in Wonderland Family Halloween Costume
An Alice in Wonderland family Halloween costume is a whimsical way to step into a world of imagination! The kids can be Alice and the Mad Hatter, while you and your partner take on the Queen of Hearts and the White Rabbit. Check out our Alice in Wonderland Family Halloween Costume here.
Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory Family Costume
This family Halloween costume is a sweet way to make Halloween extra magical! The kids could be Charlie and one of the Oompa-Loompas, while you and your partner rock Willy Wonka and the delectable Violet Beauregarde. Check out our Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory Family Costume here.
Hamilton the Musical Family Halloween Costume
Your kids can dress as Alexander Hamilton and Eliza Schuyler, while you and your partner channel George Washington and Thomas Jefferson. This is a fun and historic twist that’ll make your Halloween night truly unforgettable! Check out our Hamilton the Musical Family Halloween Costume here.
Kid’s Costume Ideas
The Incredibles Edna Mode
This costume is a total hit for any little fashionista! With her iconic sleek black outfit and funky glasses, it’s a fun way to bring a bit of Incredibles magic to Halloween! Check out The Incredibles Edna Mode Costume here.
DIY Toddler Halloween Costumes
If you’re looking for simple DIY costume ideas for your toddler, you have to see my list of ideas. I love a good creative DIY costume that doesn’t break the bank or take a ton of effort. Check out our DIY Toddler Halloween Costume Ideas here.
Miss Piggy Costume for Kids
This costume is incredibly cute and really easy to put together. If your girls love dressing up as much as mine do, they will love this costume. Check out our Miss Piggy Costume here.
DIY Monsters Inc Costumes
I’m a big fan of easy costumes, probably because we like to dress up so much during the Halloween season. These Monsters Inc costumes are great for multiple kids to have a theme costume. Check out our DIY Monsters Inc Costumes here.
Wizard of Oz Costumes
This is the cutest theme for matching costumes for girls and it’s so easy to put together. Check out our Wizard of Oz Costumes here.
I hope these ideas help you create a magical Halloween for your kids!
