Halloween is just around the corner, and what better way to break the monotony of the workday than with some spooky office fun? Whether you're all in for costumes or just looking for some low-key festive activities, here are five fun ways to celebrate Halloween at work. Bonus: These ideas are guaranteed to boost team spirit and create memorable moments!
1. Host a Costume Contest
Bring out your team's creativity by encouraging everyone to come in costume. You could set themes like "Classic Monsters," "TV Characters," or "Office Superheroes." Offer prizes for categories like "Best Costume," "Most Original," or "Funniest Costume" to add a competitive edge. Don’t forget to snap a team picture for the company newsletter or social media!
Pro Tip: Make it virtual-friendly by holding a Zoom costume parade if some of your team works remotely.
2. Play a CrowdParty Halloween Game
Looking for an easy way to liven up your office Halloween celebrations? Play one of CrowdParty’s Halloween-themed games! With spooky trivia, Oscar worthy charades, and haunted guessing games, CrowdParty is perfect for adding some fun without the hassle of setup. Whether in-person or virtual, our games are designed to be interactive, fun, and bring your team closer. Plus, with customizable options, you can make the games as spooky (or silly) as you want!
Why CrowdParty? It’s a great way to build team morale while having a laugh, making it an ideal addition to your Halloween lineup. Let the games begin!
3. Trick-or-Treat Desk Decorating Contest
Turn your office into a haunted house by having a desk or cubicle decorating contest! Employees can go all out, transforming their workspace into eerie graveyards, haunted libraries, or witch’s lairs. Everyone votes on their favorite, and the spookiest setup wins a Halloween-themed prize, like a pumpkin spice candle or a treat-filled cauldron.
Tip: You could even pair this with a "trick-or-treat" activity, where employees visit each other’s desks for Halloween candy.
4. Pumpkin Carving (or Decorating) Challenge
Let your team’s artistic skills shine with a pumpkin carving contest. Set up a station where employees can carve their pumpkins during lunch or an afternoon break. If you’re short on time (or tools), try a pumpkin decorating contest with paints, stickers, and glitter instead! Offer prizes for categories like "Scariest Pumpkin" or "Most Creative Design."
Safety Tip: For a workplace-friendly twist, use craft pumpkins or foam carving kits to avoid any mess or sharp tools.
5. Halloween Movie Marathon
End the day on a relaxing note with a Halloween movie marathon! Set up a projector in a break room or common area and play classic Halloween flicks—anything from family-friendly movies like Hocus Pocus to light thrillers like Ghostbusters. Provide popcorn, candy, and pumpkin-themed snacks to get everyone in the spirit.
Virtual Option: Host a virtual watch party on a streaming service so remote team members can join in, too.
Halloween doesn’t have to be just for kids! These five activities are guaranteed to bring some fun and excitement into your workplace, all while boosting employee morale. So get those costumes ready, prep those pumpkins, and don’t forget to include CrowdParty for the ultimate spooky office experience!
