Halloween 2025: The Ultimate Guide to a Spooky Party

Leaves crunch underfoot, pumpkins appear on windowsills, and the smell of cinnamon fills the air... There's no doubt about it, Halloween 2025 is just around the corner. Whether you're a fan of thrills and chills or simply looking for a fun and quirky evening out, now is the perfect time to get creative.

Want to organise an original party? Whether at home, at work or for a club or association, there are now simple, modern solutions for creating an event that stands out from the crowd. In just a few clicks, you can send out fun invitations, set up online ticketing to manage admissions, or even liven up your party with interactive games. Platforms such as Imagina make this kind of organisation stress-free.

Summary

1- When is Halloween this year?

2- Halloween costumes 2025: What to wear this year?

3- Halloween make-up & nail art: the detail that makes all the difference

4- Halloween decorations: Create an unforgettable atmosphere

5- Halloween Buffet & Sweets: The art of thrilling your taste buds

6- Conclusion & FAQ

When is Halloween this year?

In 2025, Halloween falls on Friday, 31 October. It's the perfect date for organising a stress-free party, with the prospect of a long weekend ahead. It's also an ideal time for local authorities, businesses and schools to create a special atmosphere, organise a themed trail or set up interactive activities.

Thanks to tools like Imagina, you can even share practical information, manage registrations, or offer an interactive programme that guests can view directly on their smartphones.

Halloween costumes 2025: What to wear this year?

Whether you're a fan of the classic look or looking for an original costume, 2025 has plenty of trends to choose from:

For adults:

• Elegant vampire
  
  
• Stylish urban witch
  
  
• Retro 60s zombie
  
  
• Pop culture characters (Wednesday, Squid Game, etc.)
  
  

For children :

• Laughing pumpkins
  
  
• Mini vampires or glowing skeletons
  
  
• Skeleton unicorns and dark superheroes
  
  

Duo costumes:

• Morticia & Gomez
  
  
• Ghost hunter & ghost
  
  
• Grim Reaper & lost soul
  
  

You can even organise a best costume contest with a quick and easy online vote that all your guests can take part in!

Halloween make-up & nail art: the detail that makes all the difference

A well-thought-out outfit is great, but with Halloween make-up, you can take it to another level. In 2025, the classics are still going strong:

• Half-skeleton face
  
  
• Evil clown
  
  
• Glittery, mystical witch look
  
  

And don't forget your nails: blood drops, mini pumpkins or subtle spider webs always make a splash.

Organising a mini make-up workshop or nail art bar can be a great activity at an event. It's easy to set up, fun and very popular.

Halloween decorations: Create an unforgettable atmosphere

You don't need to rent a gothic mansion to give your guests the creeps. All you need are a few well-placed items:

Indoors:

• Fake spider webs
  
  
• ‘Haunted’ photo frames
  
  
• LED candles for safety
  
  
• Pumpkin garlands
  
  

Outdoor:

• Fake cardboard graves
  
  
• LED projectors with fog
  
  
• Carved pumpkins
  
  

With an interactive map or shared map, you can guide your guests through the different areas of your decorations (photo booth, buffet, entertainment, etc.).

Halloween activities for young and old alike

Activities are the heart of a good Halloween party. Here is a clear table to help you choose according to your audience and the time you have available:

Table – Halloween activities according to audience

Halloween Buffet & Sweets: The art of thrilling your taste buds

A well-stocked table always makes an impression. Here are some simple and creepy recipe ideas:

Savoury ideas :

• Mini pumpkin-style pizzas
  
  
• Puff pastry mummies with sausages
  
  
• Stuffed eggs with bulging eyes
  
  

Sweet ideas:

• Witch's fingers (biscuits)
  
  
• Red jelly in syringes
  
  
• Sweets, pumpkins, black liquorice, skull-shaped lollipops
  
  

You can add a touch of humour with personalised labels: ‘vampire venom’, ‘goblin brains’, etc.

Conclusion: Halloween 2025, original, creative and connected

More than just a horror party, Halloween 2025 is the perfect opportunity to get together and enjoy creativity, games and a great atmosphere. With a few simple but effective ideas, you can transform any venue into a real haunted house and give your loved ones an unforgettable experience.

And to take your organisation to the next level, consider modern tools such as Imagina: online ticketing, interactive maps, personalised quizzes, fun invitations... everything you need to make your party run smoothly and be terrifyingly good.

FAQ – Halloween 2025 in 5 questions

When is Halloween 2025?

Friday, 31 October 2025.

How can I organise an original Halloween party?

By personalising the invitations, activities and decorations. A platform such as Imagina can help you centralise everything.

What activities should you offer at a mixed party (adults/children)?

Candy hunt, escape game, film quiz, make-up workshop or photo booth.

How can you easily manage guests?

With online ticketing, QR access codes and an interactive map, everything becomes simpler.

Where can you find inspiration for a Halloween buffet?

On Pinterest, Instagram... or better yet, organise a creative cooking workshop during your party!