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Things To Do If You Don't Go Out On Halloween

It doesn't have to be all about parties anymore

Jessica Modriskey

Oct 31, 2016

Fernandina Beach, FL

Things To Do If You Don't Go Out On Halloween

Lee-Fendall House Museum and Garden

When I was younger, I loved dressing up for Halloween, going around the neighborhood to show off my costume, and getting massive amounts of candy.

But sadly, being a college-aged adult, Halloween has turned into parties, sexy costumes, and stumbling home drunk.

If that's not your thing, that's okay. But that doesn't mean you have to sit at home and do nothing! Here's some things to do when you don't go out on Halloween:

Watch a Halloween movie

Nearly every channel on TV is showing Halloween movies. I like sticking to the classic horror films: Halloween, Nightmare On Elm Street, etc. But if that's not your thing, you can watch some of my other favorites like Halloweentown or Hocus Pocus.

Bake some spooky treats

We're in the second best time for baking (second to Christmas, in my opinion)! That means pumpkin, apple, and cinnamon everything. How about a pumpkin cream cheese roll? Or apple cider donuts? Pumpkin apple bread? The options are endless. Or you can stick to more basic recipes and decorate them. Spider cake pops? Or witch cupcakes? Have fun with it.

Carve pumpkins

Tonight is a good night to carve your pumpkin that you got from that cute pumpkin patch. This way you don't have to worry about it not looking so fresh before you get to show it off to all of the trick or treaters. So you're not an expert carver or can't think of any ideas? They sell some awesome books and tools at any supermarket (I usually wait until after Halloween to stock up on these because they go on sale)!

Pass out candy

I love seeing what other people dress up at for Halloween. The best way to do this is to sit on your porch and pass out some candy. I like to have my freshly carved pumpkin by my side, some spooky music, and a big bucket of candy. And if you're really in the spirit, feel free to piece a costume together. If you're good with makeup, try a sugar skull. Have some glasses and a button down shirt? Now you're a nerd. Feel free to get creative with it.

Remember that you don't have to go out in a sexy outfit or get drunk to have a good time on Halloween anymore.

Have fun and be safe!

Happy Halloween

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