Whenever it is Halloween, fun is the one thing that comes to mind. Although Halloween is one day, it's always advisable to pack your October with as much fun as possible.

Are you looking for ways to spice up happy Halloween in 2024, but you are not coming up with ideas as fast as you would have liked?

Whether you seek Halloween ideas for kids or adults, this article ticks all the boxes. This post highlights some fun and spooky ways to celebrate your Halloween this year.

1. Halloween Costume Party and Contest

One of the most common Halloween activities is Halloween costume parties and contests. You can choose from the following activities, or share your own unique ideas.

a woman putting on makeup for a halloween costume party

- Host a Costume Party

Organize a masquerade and invite your friends and family to attend. Indicate on the invitation card that the costume party competition will be graded according to the scariest, funniest, and most creative costumes, which will naturally cause the guests to be creative with their costume ideas.

- Costume Parade

A Halloween costume parade can also spark some fun on that day. Hosting this parade in your neighborhood or a nearby park is just what you need.

Some tips to help you arrange a secure Halloween costume parade include lighting to make the place brighter, providing blankets to keep guests warm, and preparing your best treats and games.

- Haunted House Tours

  • Create a DIY Haunted House

The more eerie an environment is on Halloween, the merrier. Take advantage of that mindset to create a spook-haunted house for your guests.

Things like a fog machine, cobwebs, and tombstones are excellent for creating a haunted house that guarantees a spooky effect for kids and adults.

  • Visit a Local Haunted Attraction

Going on ghost tours or visiting a local haunted house around your neighborhood is another way to enjoy a fun-filled Halloween.

You can also venture out with friends to the spookiest sites or locations that night. Just make sure it's also safe.

2. Halloween-Themed E-Bike Ride

Here are a couple of Halloween activities to do with an electric bike during the spooky season:

- Join a Halloween E-Bike Ride

Organize or join a Halloween-themed e-bike ride where riders dress up in costumes. E-bikes have a way of adding a spectacular feeling to the whole mix.

Decorate e-bikes with Halloween lights, cobwebs, or spooky accessories. No feeling compares to exploring Halloween on your favorite e-bike.

- Engwe Halloween Flash Sale

Engwe just took Halloween to another level with the Engwe Halloween flash sale, which provides incredible discounts on some e-bikes and accessories.

Purchase Engwe e-bikes designed explicitly for Halloween celebrations for much less – I'm talking about saving as much as $599 when you buy Engwe products, such as Engwe E26, Engwe Engine Pro 2.0 and Engwe LE20.

The Engwe E26 is available at a Halloween sale price of only $999.00. This is a powerful electric bike equipped with a peak power of 1000W, a torque of 70N.m, and a range of up to 87 miles. It allows you to effortlessly travel and explore different thrilling locations on Halloween.

a black engwe e26 step through electric bike

Ride your Engwe Engine Pro 2.0 for a thrilling outdoor adventure. This outdoor adventure folding e-bike, currently priced at only $1,199.00, will not only be your best widerness companion, but also your most reliable safety officer, allowing you to ride safely on all kinds of terrain.

a green engwe engine pro 2.0 folding electric bike

Engwe LE20 is an electric cargo bike that can carry 440 lbs or 200 kg, allowing you to spend a relaxing and enjoyable holiday. Load your carefully prepared Halloween gifts or candies on Engwe LE20 and go to the agreed location to spend Halloween with family or friends. On the way back, you can also easily leave the gifts given by others, or even pick up one or two people to go home.

a blue engwe le20 e cargo bike

These e-bikes are the best for Halloween nights due to their off-road riding features. Also, grab accessories such as LED lights, helmets, and panniers for a safer and more festive Halloween ride.

- Trick-or-Treat by E-Bike

Going around the neighborhood for trick-or-treating does not have to be stressful. Instead of doing it on foot, you can use an e-bike to accomplish the same purpose since it allows for efficient and fun transportation around neighborhoods.

Trick-or-treating by e-bike allows riders to visit more houses for treats. Also, e-bikes allow for easy transport of candy collections and costumes.

3. Pumpkin Carving and Decorating Contest

Pumpkin lanterns are the symbol of Halloween, so holding some pumpkin carving and decorating contests will surely be popular.

- Host a Pumpkin Carving Contest

Invite family and friends to carve their best spooky or creative pumpkin designs. Just keep the event as simple as possible to get everyone involved. Also, add excitement by providing rewards for the most creative, terrifying, and humorous pumpkins. Most importantly, prepare all the carving tools in advance, which is a must for hosting a successful pumpkin carving contest.

Once you have prepared the above items, you are good to go.

- Pumpkin Painting for Kids

Pumpkin painting is one of many Halloween activities that can engage preschoolers or toddlers during Halloween. This is a safe alternative for kids because it does not involve carving or using sharp objects.

Here are some tips to successfully organize pumpkin painting for kids:

  • Pumpkins are to be in a safe place for easy painting.
  • Give the kids wet washcloths.
  • It would be best if you had an exit plan.

a person carving a small pumpkin

4. Outdoor Movie Night with Halloween Classics

Plan a spooky outdoor movie night to get into the holiday spirit while still enjoying time with family and friends.

- Set Up an Outdoor Movie Screening

Organize an outdoor movie night showcasing Halloween favorites like "Hocus Pocus" or "The Nightmare Before Christmas". You can set up an outdoor movie screening with the following steps:

  • Get the space prepared.
  • Set up the equipment.
  • Create a comfortable environment for guests.
  • Provide snacks.
  • Put outdoor string lights to brighten the space.

a person sets up an outdoor movie screening

- Best Movies to Watch

There are several movies you could watch this year to make your Halloween a memorable one.

Some family-friendly and spooky films to enjoy during Halloween are "The Nightmare Before Christmas", "The Adams Family", "Ghost Busters", "Hocus Pocus", and "Corpse Bride."

5. Spooky Halloween Scavenger Hunt

No matter what festival it is, scavenger hunts are always a fun activity that interests many people.

- Plan a Halloween-themed Scavenger Hunt

Compile a list of eerie items or decorations for participants to discover in your home or the surrounding neighborhood. Add clues or riddles related to Halloween themes for extra fun.

Use creepy and clever Halloween riddles that can activate laughter in your guests, even in the spookiest moments.

- Prize Ideas for Winners

We'll share some prize ideas for winners of the above scavenger hunt. Small Halloween-focused prizes for the winners, such as candy bags or glow-in-the-dark accessories, are good enough.

6. Make Halloween Crafts and DIY Decorations

Prepare some materials for DIY Halloween crafts or decorations in advance, so you can enjoy the holiday fun with your family even at home.

- DIY Halloween Decorations

Explore simple Halloween decorations or handmade crafts like DIY ghost lanterns, paper bats, and spider webs, and complete the production and decoration of decorations with family and friends to make the interior space sophisticated and spooky.

a halloween decoration with light strips wrapped around pumpkins

- Crafting for Kids

Simple, kid-friendly craft ideas like making Halloween masks, spooky wreaths, or hand-painted trick-or-treat bags can be a great source of inspiration for kids.

Conclusion

A happy Halloween is here again! This article has reeled out several Halloween ideas to make that day fun and spooky.

Explore various spooky sites or discover more festive fun with your e-bikes this Halloween season. Please take advantage of Engwe's exclusive Halloween sale to enjoy huge discounts when you purchase any of the above electric bikes or e-bike accessories.

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