1Taste test all the best Halloween candies
Lisa Stokes//Getty Images 2Carve pumpkins.
SolStock//Getty ImagesIt's a classic Halloween activity for a reason. Grab pumpkins for the whole family (groceries stores tend to sell them if you don't feel like venturing out to a patch). Then you can either free-hand a design or print out one of the many templates floating around the interwebs.
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3Have a scary movie marathon.
chee gin tan//Getty ImagesHocus Pocus and Halloweentown are great to get you in the Halloween mood, but you should spice it up with some seriously scary movies if you're into that kinda thing. These classics are a good place to start...but don't say we didn't warn you!
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4Make a festive cocktail.
Parker FeierbachBottoms up, witches! Halloween calls for a boozy drink for all those 21 and older. This Drunken Peanut Butter Cup cocktail is not only a great photo opp for Instagram, but it's a great use for your Halloween candy, too. The vodka is Reese's infused.
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5Wear your costume—yes, still!
Westend61//Getty ImagesJust because you're at home doesn't mean you shouldn't step out in your funniest, spookiest, or cutest costume. Cat ears are highly encouraged.
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6Play Halloween music nonstop.
Granger Wootz//Getty ImagesThere's never a bad time for a dance party, and streaming services like Spotify always curate Halloween playlists that feature throwbacks like "Thriller" and newer jams like "Midnight City."
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7Prepare a Halloween dinner.
Jonathan Boulton 8Decorate the house.
kokouu//Getty ImagesNothing will get you more in the Halloween spirit than decking out your house in all things black, orange, and yellow. Throw in a couple of decorative pumpkins and you're all set.
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9Go apple picking.
filmstudio//Getty Images 10Play Halloween games.
Elva Etienne//Getty ImagesNo party, no problem. All of the classic Halloween party games can be just as fun with only your family, like bobbing for apples—using all the ones you picked up from the orchard!
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11Go Hocus Pocus crazy!
Jonathan Boulton 12Make fall crafts.
Cavan Images//Getty ImagesTo keep kids entertained, pick up some supplies to make themed crafts. You can make Halloween specific ones, or get prepared for Thanksgiving with some DIY activities, too.
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13Go "ghosting."
Cavan Images//Getty ImagesGhosting has become a popular tradition over the years, and it's a great way to show people you're thinking of them even if you can't hang out in person. Here's how it works: You make a bag of Halloween-themed goodies and leave it on a friend's or neighbor's doorstep with a note that encourages them to "ghost" someone else.
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14Paint your faces.
Elva Etienne//Getty ImagesFace painting is always the most fun part of a Halloween fair, but you can easily do it at home with some safe to use paint and creativity.
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15Order takeout from your favorite restaurant.
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