6 Ways to Make Your House the Best Trick-or-Treat Spot for Halloween

Halloween is right around the corner, which means witches, ghosts, ghouls and more will soon be stopping by your stoop in search of a sweet treat.

Ready to make a lasting impression? Here are six simple ways to make your home spectacular and safe for trick-or-treaters.

Set a spooky (or sweet!) scene outside your home for the holiday. Get creative with things like hanging ghosts, soaring skeletons, faux tombstones, pumpkins, gourds and more. For an extra thrill, transform your front yard into a haunted house with creepy cobwebs and motion-activated props.

Remember: If you choose to display jack-o-lanterns, consider using battery-powered tealights, as opposed to traditional tealights, for fire safety.

Enhancing the atmosphere with music can eerily elevate the Halloween experience. Use outdoor speakers or bring a portable speaker outside for the night. Curate a playlist in advance featuring scary sound effects or seasonal tunes (don’t forget classics like “Monster Mash”) to immerse everyone in the festive spirit.

Stock up on ample candy so trick-or-treaters don’t leave empty-handed. If you’re new to the block, check in with your neighbors to get a sense of the Halloween traffic so you can prepare accordingly.

In addition to traditional candy favorites, consider offering options for those with food sensitivities, too, like dedicated peanut-free treats, for example. You can also include non-food items like Halloween trinkets, glow sticks, or other small toys to make your candy selection even more enticing.

Make your candy station easily accessible so everyone can enjoy a safe Halloween experience. Start by creating a clear, well-lit path to your front door to guide trick-or-treaters safely. Then, use lanterns or string lights to illuminate any steps or potential obstacles. Assure that no décor is blocking the path, too.

Halloween can make for an exciting night, but the constant doorbell ringing and influx of trick-or-treaters can be overwhelming for pets. To ensure your furry friends stay safe and comfortable, keep them indoors and set up an area where they can relax. Consider playing calming music or turning on the TV to create a distraction.

Also, make sure to keep candy and decorations out of pets’ reach to avoid any accidents. For example, chocolate – often a Halloween candy staple – is toxic to dogs and cats alike.

Get into the Halloween spirit by dressing up in costume, which adds an extra layer of fun for visitors. Create a simple DIY costume using items you already have or go all out with a new creative ensemble. If you’re not interested in a full festive outfit, don’t fret – a simple hat will do.

Looking for a home to create lasting holiday memories in? Connect with a local RE/MAX agent today!

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