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Halloween Party Planning Guide
Dates, decorations, colors, ideas and quantities for a Halloween party of 10 to 100 guests.
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When Is Halloween 2026 and When Should You Order Supplies?
Quick answerHalloween 2026 is on Saturday, October 31, 2026. Order Halloween party supplies by October 24 for standard delivery; October 27 is the last call.
Order by Saturday, October 24 for on-time standard delivery.
- Plan & pick colorsChoose a color scheme, count guests and order anything personalized.
- Order suppliesBest time to order: full stock and standard shipping arrives in time.
- Last callLatest safe days for standard delivery. Popular designs sell out now.
- Set up & celebrateUnpack, count and set the table the night before the party.
How to Plan a Halloween Party?
Quick answerPlan a Halloween party in five steps: pick the party type, choose a color scheme, count your guests, plan food and activities, and order supplies by October 24.
- Pick the party typeKidsβ party, classroom party, family night or adultsβ costume party.
- Choose a color schemeOrange & black, purple & gold, cute pumpkins or spooky black & white.
- Count your guestsEvery quantity β plates, cups, napkins, treat bags β follows this number.
- Plan food & activitiesA snack board, a treat table and one or two games or crafts.
- Order by October 24Use the checklist and quantity table, then add a spare pack.
What Do You Need for a Halloween Party?
Quick answerA Halloween party needs plates, cups, napkins, wipe-clean tablecloths, cocktail picks for snacks, treat bags, a few decorations and a spare pack.
- PlatesDinner plates for food and dessert plates for treats.
- CupsFor punch, cider and soft drinks.
- NapkinsFor snacks, candy and sticky fingers.
- TableclothsA wipe-clean cover for each food and craft table.
- Cocktail picksTurn cheese, fruit and meatballs into spooky finger food.
- Treat bagsOne per child for candy and small favors.
- DecorationsYour main pieces β see the decoration ideas below.
- A spare packExtra plates and napkins for surprise guests and spills.
What Are the Best Halloween Party Decorations?
Quick answerThe best Halloween party decorations are a themed table setting, printed tablecloths, a treat table, food picks, hanging bats and webs, and a porch or photo backdrop.
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Spooky table setting Pumpkin, bat and ghost plates with matching napkins set the theme at every seat.Shop Halloween plates -
Tablecloths Printed plastic table covers dress up any folding table and wipe clean.Shop tablecloths -
Treat & dessert table A tiered cupcake stand turns cupcakes and candy into the centerpiece.Shop stands -
Food picks & toppers Themed cocktail picks for snacks, fruit, cheese and cupcakes.Shop picks -
Hanging decorations Bats, spider webs, ghosts and paper lanterns fill walls and ceilings.Shop decorations
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Porch & photo backdrop A spooky door cover or backdrop gives guests a costume photo spot.Shop backdrops
What Are the Best Halloween Party Color Schemes?
Quick answerThe four most popular Halloween color schemes are classic orange and black, glam purple and gold, cute pumpkins and ghosts for kids, and spooky black and white. Pick one and match plates, napkins and tablecloths to it.
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Classic orange & black Traditional pumpkin colors that also work for fall and Thanksgiving.Shop this look -
Glam purple & gold A grown-up, witchy look for costume parties and cocktail nights.Shop this look -
Cute pumpkins & ghosts Friendly prints that suit toddlers, kids and classroom parties.Shop this look -
Spooky black & white Bold βBooβ prints and black accents for a classic haunted look.Shop this look
Which Halloween Party Ideas Suit Kids, Teens and Adults?
Quick answerKidsβ and classroom parties suit cute pumpkin and ghost designs with treat bags; teens like spookier black-and-white themes; adultsβ costume parties suit glam purple and gold with cocktail picks.
- Kids (3β10)Cute, not scary: pumpkin and ghost prints, dessert plates, treat bags and a simple craft.Shop kidsβ supplies
- Classroom partyOne tablecloth per desk group, 7-inch plates, napkins and pre-filled treat bags. Check school food rules.Shop classroom picks
- TeensSpookier black & white or purple themes, a photo backdrop and a snack board with picks.Shop snack supplies
- Adultsβ costume partyGlam purple & gold tableware, cocktail picks and a dark, candle-lit table.Shop glam tableware
- Office partyEasy, mess-free setup: plastic tablecloths, dessert plates and individually served treats.Shop office supplies
- Family & trick-or-treatersA porch display, a candy bowl table and plates for a family dinner before trick-or-treating.Shop family supplies
10 Halloween Party Ideas for Food, Games and Fun
Quick answerEasy Halloween party ideas include a monster cupcake tower, a spooky snack board, jack-oβ-lantern pizzas, a pumpkin decorating station, a mummy wrap race and a costume contest.
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FoodMonster cupcake tower Stack cupcakes with candy eyes on a tiered stand as the dessert centerpiece. -
FoodSpooky snack board Cheese, grapes and meatballs on themed picks β easy finger food for every age. -
FoodJack-oβ-lantern pizzas Mini pizzas with pepperoni faces; serve on 9-inch plates.
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DrinksWitchesβ brew punch Green or purple punch in a big bowl with a ladle and themed cups.
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ActivityPumpkin decorating station Mini pumpkins, stickers and markers on a covered table β no carving needed.
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GameMummy wrap race Teams wrap one player in toilet paper; fastest mummy wins.
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GameCostume contest Categories like scariest, funniest and best group costume, with small prizes.
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GameSpider web hunt Hide small treats in a yarn βwebβ for kids to untangle.
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ActivityCostume photo booth A backdrop, a few props and good light by the door.
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FavorsTreat bag send-off A filled treat bag for each guest on the way out.
How Many Supplies Do You Need for a Halloween Party?
Quick answerPlan about 1.2 plates and cups, 2β3 napkins and one treat bag per guest. For 20 guests, that is 25β30 plates, 25β30 cups, 40β60 napkins and 20β25 treat bags.
| Guests | Plates | Cups | Napkins | Treat bags |
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| 10 | 12β15 | 12β15 | 20β30 | 10β12 |
| 20 | 25β30 | 25β30 | 40β60 | 20β25 |
| 30 | 35β40 | 35β40 | 60β90 | 30β35 |
| 50 | 55β60 | 55β60 | 100β150 | 50β55 |
| 100 | 110β120 | 110β120 | 200β300 | 100β110 |
These are planning estimates; actual quantities depend on serving needs and the type of celebration.
Need everything in one order?Build a Halloween party kit for your guest count and save on bundles.Build your kitHalloween Party FAQs
What day is Halloween in 2026?
Halloween falls on Saturday, October 31, 2026. Plan your party for the night itself or the weekend before.
Will my order arrive before Halloween?
Most orders ship within 1β2 business days. Order by October 24 for standard delivery, and by October 27 at the latest; after that, choose a faster shipping option at checkout if one is shown.
Can I reuse Halloween supplies for fall or Thanksgiving?
Yes. Solid orange, purple and white scalloped plates with gold foil work for Halloween, fall parties and Thanksgiving. Avoid ghost and skull prints if you want to reuse them.
What supplies work best for a classroom Halloween party?
Seven-inch dessert plates, napkins, a plastic tablecloth for each desk group and pre-filled treat bags. Cute pumpkin and ghost designs suit young children.
Do you offer bulk orders for school or office parties?
Yes. Buy 3 or more packs of an item and the bundle discount applies automatically at checkout. For large events, contact us for help with quantities.
Can I return unused Halloween supplies?
Yes. Unopened items can be returned within 30 days of delivery under our Return & Refund policy.













































