LAST-MINUTE HALLOWEEN PARTY IDEAS

Have you decided to throw a Halloween party, but you haven’t planned much yet? There’s still time! I’ve rounded up ideas for party food, quick decorations, and games to help you pull it together.
Whether you’re inviting the neighbors over or planning a little family fun, pick a few favorites and let the festivities begin!
Are you helping with a school Halloween party? My classroom party roundup has games and crafts for preschool through upper elementary, with options for small groups or the whole class.
MAKE THIS
Start a Thankful Tree
Get ready for November with a family Thankful Tree! Make a paper tree, then add leaves with things you’re grateful for all month. Little ones can draw pictures, too.
Save the leaves when November ends—they’re fun to read again the next year!

FROM MY KITCHEN
A Spooky Hot Chocolate Bar
If October means chilly evenings where you live, here’s a Halloween treat to warm everyone up!

MY FAVORITE FIND
Bag-Sealing Sliders
These little sliders get plenty of use at my house! I use them to keep bags sealed in the fridge, freezer, and pantry, but one of my favorite places to take them is on a road trip. They’re so handy for closing all those opened bags of car snacks between stops.
With Halloween coming up, they’ll be useful for keeping leftover party snacks sealed, too!
Be sure to check out the GRIPSTIC video on the product page to learn how to use them.
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LIFE MADE EASIER
Set Up Before the Doorbell Rings
Before your guests arrive, gather everything you’ll need for each activity. Keep game pieces and instructions in one basket, gather dessert supplies near the toppings, and set out a trash can where guests can easily find it.
A few minutes of setup can save you from hunting for scissors or spoons while everyone waits—and give you more time to enjoy the party yourself!
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Halloween Party Planning Sheet
A few party ideas can turn into a lot of little things to remember! Keep the food, games, decorations, and shopping list together with this Halloween Party Planning Sheet.
There’s also a checklist for things to do ahead of time and on party day, so you can get those last-minute reminders out of your head and onto paper.

Thanks for being here! I hope these ideas bring a little more lovely to your week.
xo, Heidi ♡


