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Looking for Halloween party ideas that go beyond lollies and dressing up?
You don't need to hire a venue to create a memorable Halloween event. With a few spooky decorations, some creepy treats, a little imagination and a game everyone can get involved in, you can transform your backyard into a Halloween adventure.
And if you really want to raise the stakes? Add Zombie Laser Tag.
Here's how to put together a Halloween party at home that kids, teens — and even the grown-ups — will love.
What's Halloween without dressing up?
Give your guests plenty of freedom to choose their own character. Witches, vampires, zombies, ghosts, monsters and other creepy creations are all fair game.
You could even give your party a theme and challenge everyone to arrive in character.
And don't worry about making everything perfect. Half the fun is seeing what everyone comes up with!
When you've got a group of excited kids running around, having an activity planned is a lifesaver.
Instead of relying on games that only entertain a few people at a time, choose something that gets the whole group involved.
Turn your backyard into a zombie survival zone with a home-delivered Laser Tag hire pack.
Set up a few hiding spots around the yard, split everyone into teams and let the battles begin.
Want to make it extra spooky? Ask us about our Zombie Laser Tag sound effects when you book.
Our equipment is delivered ready to play, so there's no complicated setup or technical know-how required.
You can create your own battlefield using things you already have around the house, or add extra decorations and hiding spots to make it feel like a zombie outbreak has taken over the backyard.
Good hiding spots make a Laser Tag game even more fun.
Use things like:
• Outdoor furniture
• Cardboard boxes
• Camo nets
• Decorations
• Pop-up shelters or Tents
• Inflatables
• Trees, bushes and other natural cover
As a rough guide, aim for plenty of cover throughout your playing area so players can move around, hide and change position during the game.
"Parents and siblings couldn’t resist. My 8 year old wanted to do something for end of term with his mates. We hired inflatables as well and went to a local park. (We took our generator to inflate the inflatables)" - Adena
Turn your guests into zombies, skeletons, vampires or anything else suitably creepy.
You don't need to be a professional face painter, either. There are plenty of simple Halloween designs that can be recreated at home with a little practice.
A quick search for Halloween face painting ideas will give you plenty of inspiration.
For something a little different, try a Day of the Dead-inspired design with bold colours and decorative patterns.
Watch the face-painting tutorial >>>>
You don't need expensive decorations to make your backyard feel spooky.
Try:
• Fairy lights or outdoor lights
• Fake spider webs
• Plastic spiders
• Cardboard tombstones
• Black fabric
• DIY signs
• Spooky props
• Fog or mist effects where suitable
Think about how your decorations can become part of the activity, too.
Create little areas where players can hide, paths they have to move through, or a spooky corner where your zombie army is waiting.
The darker it gets, the more atmospheric your backyard will become.
Halloween is the perfect excuse to have a little fun with your food.
You don't need to create elaborate recipes. Give familiar party food a creepy makeover instead.
Try:
• Red fruit punch as a spooky “potion”
• Fruit arranged into creepy faces
• Cupcakes decorated as monsters
• Cookies shaped like ghosts or bats
• Lollies served in Halloween-themed bowls
Once the costumes are on, the backyard is decorated and the snacks are ready, there's only one thing left to do...
Survive the zombies.
A Zombie Laser Tag game gives everyone something exciting to get involved in — and because the equipment comes directly to you, you can host the action at home without needing to organise a venue.
You can make your battlefield as simple or elaborate as you like. Use your backyard, add some hiding spots, turn down the lights and let the zombie apocalypse begin!
From dressing up and face painting to spooky snacks, backyard decorations and Zombie Laser Tag, you can create a Halloween event that's memorable without leaving home.
And the best part? You don't need everything to be perfect.
Get everyone dressed up, give them something fun to do and let the Halloween chaos take over.
Planning your own Halloween event?
We'd love to see what you create! Share your Halloween Laser Tag photos with us on Facebook and tag #LaserTagHalloween.
With these #5 Halloween Party at Home ideas, we hope your event is thrilling!!
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Looking for more party planning help? Check out our Party Cheat Sheet for more ideas to make your next event one to remember.
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