How To Host The Ultimate Halloween Night In

As we rapidly approach the spookiest night of the year, many of us will be thinking about how we can make the most of this fall’s festivities. For the last 18 months, practically all seasonal activities have been off the table. So, this Autumn - there’s no excuses for not embracing everything that Halloween night has to offer!  

However, that doesn’t mean that you need to have the best club night or costume party lined up to have a good time. Given the rise in recent spiking cases occurring in UK clubs, a girl’s night in could be exactly what you need! Whether you’re apprehensive about rising Covid cases or have a heavy workday scheduled the day after – if you’re opting to stay in this year, we’ve got you covered.  

Here is our go-to-guide for hosting a spooktacular Halloween night – all from the comfort of your own home.  
 
More Is More  

You heard us, now is the time to go all out. Don’t be afraid to be a little extra when it comes to the decorations – whether it be banners, creepy cobwebs, or an abundance of scary props. In our opinion, as long as it’s something ghoul-related that will help you set the scene – you can’t go wrong.  

That goes for costumes too – just because you’re staying in doesn’t mean that you can’t encourage everyone to dress up and get in the Halloween spirit. If you want to make the night more niche, focus on a theme such as a witchy girl’s night or a murder mystery style dinner party.  

Whichever way you choose to plan your night – just ensure that you get those creative juices flowing! 
 
Create a Halloween Playlist   

Whichever way you decide to spend your evening, a fitting playlist is a must.  

Spotify already have a plethora of soundtracks to choose from, but if you have time, put together some signature tunes that tie in with your theme – that you know everyone will love.  

Think “oldies but goodies” and you’ll be headed in the right direction.  
 
Stock Up On Spooky Snacks  

Now, everyone knows that at any Halloween bash, whether it be a quiet one or a messy one – the food always plays a key part. Opt for a buffet style with a variety of sweet and savoury treats, all of which are topped off with a speciality Halloween twist.  

If you don’t have time to get busy in the kitchen yourself – not to worry. Most supermarkets around this time of year filter out their own bespoke ranges of Halloween party food. In that case, all you need to do is focus on spooking out the place settings and table décor, and you’re good to go!  
 
Prepare A Scary Movie Marathon  

A Halloween night in wouldn’t be complete without an array of scary movies. You want a selection that’s jumpy enough to make you spill your popcorn but gripping enough to make you continue watching.  

Ensure that you have a thorough browse on all streaming services beforehand, so you don’t have to waste any time scrolling through Netflix on the night!  

Preparation here is key guys.

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