Add these Halloween Date ideas to your October bucket list!
Halloween isn’t just for kids; it’s a fantastic opportunity to infuse some spooky and playful fun into your relationship. Whether you’re a new couple or have been together for years, Halloween presents a chance to create lasting memories with your partner or even start some new traditions to carry on for years to come. Forget the typical dinner and a movie routine – let’s dive into 24 Halloween date ideas that will make your night unforgettable and really help you lean into the spooky season.
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Keep reading for a list of Halloween Date Ideas you’re going to love!
Halloween Date Ideas at Home
1. Halloween Baking
Bake Halloween-themed treats like monster cupcakes or these cute ghost brownies from Kathryn’s Kitchen.
2. Pumpkin Carving Halloween Date
Get your hands dirty and create artistic jack-o’-lanterns together. You could even make it a competition and recruit someone to judge which pumpkin is the best – winner gets a prize!
3. DIY Halloween Decorations
Spend an evening crafting spooky decorations to set the mood in your home. Check out this post for some DIY Halloween garland ideas that would be super fun to do on a date night!
4. Scary Storytelling
Gather around a campfire and share your favorite spooky stories.
5. Pumpkin Spice Taste Testing
Try different pumpkin spice-flavored foods and beverages for a festive taste test.
6. Costume Crafting
Spend a night designing and creating your costumes together from scratch.
7. Horror Movie Marathon
Binge-watch your favorite horror movies while indulging in spooky snacks.
8. DIY Haunted House
Transform your home into a haunted house with homemade decorations and spooky ambiance.
9. Haunted Scavenger Hunt
Organize a Halloween-themed scavenger hunt with clues leading to fun surprises.
10. Enjoy a Candlelit Dinner
If you’re wanting to spend a romantic night with your partner, try planning an elegant evening complete with candles and a nice centerpiece, along with a Fall-inspired dinner recipe. Check out my list of favorites here!
11. Horror Book Exchange
Exchange your favorite horror novels and spend the night reading them together.
12. Pumpkin Seed Roasting
Don’t let those pumpkin seeds go to waste – roast them for a tasty snack. Check out this great recipe!
13. Stargazing
Lay out a blanket, gaze at the stars, and share ghost stories under the night sky.
14. Outdoor Movie Night
Watch classic horror movies under the stars with cozy blankets and warm beverages.
Other Halloween Date Ideas
15. Haunted House Adventure
Face your fears and visit a local haunted house for some spine-tingling excitement. This can also be super romantic – I know I grab on to my husband the whole time every time we go to a haunted house!
16. Costume Shopping
Embark on a mission to find the perfect couple’s Halloween costumes. Check out this post for some inspiration!
17. Apple Picking
Enjoy the fall weather with apple picking and a homemade pie-baking session. This is one of my favorite things to do in the Fall as a date, because you can take the apples home and keep the date going while you bake.
18. Ghost Tour
Take a ghost tour of your city, exploring its haunted history hand in hand. This is such a fun Halloween activity, especially if you can take a day trip somewhere new and make. atrip out of it!
19. Outdoor Picnic at a Park
Pack a picnic basket with Halloween-themed treats and have a cozy outdoor meal in the Fall weather.
20. Visit a Corn Maze
Get lost in a corn maze and work together to find your way out. These are a fall classic and a super fun to flex those teamwork and communications muscles with your partner.
21. Nighttime Nature Walk
Take a nighttime stroll through a park or forest, guided only by moonlight. This will definitely be a little spooky but romantic as you build trust with the other person!
22. Attend a Halloween Event
Check out local Halloween parties, parades, or festivals. Many cities have food events, parades, and other events to get you in the Halloween spirit, and it’s always fun to participate in your local community events.
23. Go on a Hay Ride
Check out if any places close to you offer hayrides! You’ll be seated on hay or straw, perfect for fitting into that fall aesthetic, and tour through the field on a tractor, wagon, etc. Wear your flannel and bring a cozy blanket and you’ll be set!
24. Stay at a Haunted Hotel
It’s definitely not going to be for everyone, but the horror lovers and spooky inclined can enjoy a night together at one of the haunted hotels across America. Many even offer extras like ghost tours!
With these diverse Halloween date ideas, you can either embrace the cozy comfort of your own home or venture out for exciting adventures. Whether you’re crafting, exploring, or sharing spine-tingling stories, these activities are sure to create unforgettable moments with your partner. So, grab your partner’s hand, put on your favorite costumes, and get ready for a night of unforgettable fun and romance. Happy haunting!