31 Best Halloween Date Ideas for You and Your Boo
Add these to your October bucket list!
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Romance probably isn't the first thing that comes to mind when you think about Halloween, and that's totally fair. Most people tend to make spookier connections with the holiday, conjuring up images of scary movies or creepy Halloween decorations instead. But actually, fall activities like cuddling up with your significant other to watch Hocus Pocus in matching Halloween pajamas or strolling hand-in-hand through a pumpkin patch sounds less creepy and more charming!
So why not carve out some time for a Halloween date night with your special someone? It's an easy way to add a little (pumpkin) spice to your love life! Here, you'll find a list of the best Halloween date ideas to round out your October bucket list. Whether you're interested in a night full of scares such as a date to your local haunted house, or you're looking for other festive ways to spend the evening of October 31 (couples costumes, anyone?), you'll find plenty of fitting ideas here.
You could visit a local corn maze, take a trip to a drive-in movie theater, or venture off on a Halloween-themed road trip—the options are endless. Choose fun Halloween activities like hayrides and decorating together or put together your own candlelit dinner fit for Dracula and his vampiress. No matter what you do, it's sure to be special—because you'll be with your boo!
Add to your Halloween date night with these ideas:
Stir up Some Spirits
Shake up some chemistry by crafting themed cocktails with your date! Experiment with festive recipes like blood-red sangrias, pumpkin spice martinis, or eerie green mojitos. Add a touch of fright with candy garnishes, smoky dry ice, or themed glassware.
Enjoy a Magic Show
A magic show makes for a thrilling and unique date night, filled with illusions, tricks, and a touch of mystery. Whether you attend a live performance or set up a cozy at-home show, it’s the perfect way to experience some spellbinding fun.
Make Each Other Playlists
Set the mood by making sweet or spooky playlists for each other, then swap songs and enjoy listening to them together! You can curate a mix of haunting classics, fall-themed love songs, or Halloween hits that capture your personalities.
Try a Halloween Escape Room
Here's a heart-racing adventure that’s perfect for the Halloween season! Head to an escape room and work together to solve puzzles, uncover clues, and escape the spooky setup before time runs out.
Make Sweet Treats
You might be too old to trick-or-treat, but that doesn't mean you can't indulge your sweet tooth! Make festive desserts like fall flavored cupcakes, caramel apples, or your own candy to enjoy some delicious bonding time in the kitchen.
Create a Candlelit Dinner
For those of you just dying to spend a romantic night with your significant other, try planning an eerily elegant evening, complete with Halloween candles and Halloween centerpieces alongside food options like a Halloween charcuterie board, pumpkin risotto, and candy corn cookies.
Attend Halloween Theme Night at an Amusement Park
The two of you will have a howling good time riding rides and winning prizes at an amusement park. So many offer Halloween-themed nights throughout the month of October, such as Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at Disney World and Fright Fest at Six Flags. So, look up events near you and get to planning your trip!
Stay at a Haunted Hotel
While it might not be for everyone, the seriously spooky inclined can enjoy a night together at one of the many haunted hotels across America. Along with rooms that are crawling with character, many of them will even offer extras like ghost tours and séances.
Go Apple Picking
Fun fall activities still count as Halloween dates, promise! Plus, there's plenty to choose from. Our suggestion? Grab the apple of your eye and spend the day at an orchard. When you're done, the two of you can make everything from caramel apples to apple pie.
Participate in a Halloween Parade
For those couples who don't yet have any kiddos to take trick-or-treating but still want to celebrate the night in costume, consider heading out to a Halloween parade. You can look up events near you, then choose your matching couples costume to join in on the frightening fun.
Get Your Fortunes Told
Looking for a unique and fun way to learn more about each other? If you dare, schedule a visit to your local psychic for a palm or card reading. It'll be a night you'll never forget. Just remember to have an open mind and don't take it too seriously!
Decorate for Halloween
One of the best (and simplest) ways to feel festive is by decorating for the holiday. And it's even better when you do it together! Grab your partner, pull out the spooky decorations, and turn your place into a wicked wonderland.
Rent a Cabin
Take advantage of the season and get away with your favorite person. A cabin vacation is arguably one of the most romantic fall trips a couple can take–plus it's so easy to plan! And if you're really wanting the Halloween vibes, dare to watch the classic horror movie The Cabin in the Woods.
Go on a Hayride
Everyone loves a good hayride! Just imagine: you hop on a wagon, then bask in the crisp autumn air and fall scenery while snuggling up together and enjoying the ride. You might even be able to find a haunted hayride if that's more your speed.
Buy Matching Halloween Pajamas
Coordinating sleepwear with your significant other is a sweet way to show off your relationship. Make a date out of it by choosing matching Halloween PJs and spending the evening together. Play spooky board games like Clue or watch a scary movie.
Have a Bonfire Date Night
Add some spark to your love life with a cozy night around a bonfire. Throw up some string lights, roast s'mores and cuddle under a warm blanket–it's the perfect recipe for romance. You could even tell some scary stories!
Take a Ghost Tour
If you really want to get into the spooky spirit, go straight to the source! A ghost tour will take you to the best haunted spots in your area and is sure to be a creepily good time. It will definitely strengthen your bond, too!
Have a Couple Photoshoot
For memories that will last a lifetime, have a photoshoot together amid the beautiful fall foliage. Whether you book a professional photographer or do it yourself with a tripod, you're sure to get the perfect pictures. Bonus points if you wear Halloween costumes!
Dress Up!
It's fun to dress up on your own, but get a partner in on the action, and you're in for a more memorable ensemble. Dress up as your favorite movie characters (we've got tons of '80s costumes to inspire you!), or opt for a food-themed pairing instead, like milk and cookies.
Watch a Scary Movie at a Drive-In
There's something so romantic about a drive-in movie on a fall weekend. Search for one near you, and look for scary movie showings around Halloween—there will likely be some great options to choose from.
Macie Reynolds is the assistant editor of E-Commerce and SEO for The Pioneer Woman.
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