3 budget-friendly ways to have a happier Halloween
The weather is cool and crisp, the leaves are falling, and the spirit of Halloween is in the air. October 31st is almost here and that means it’s time to stock up on trick-or-treat candy, scary décor, and Halloween costumes. Before you put a dent in your budget as the holiday season gets underway, consider the following three easy ways to save on the scariest day of the year.
DIY
Reuse decorations you have from previous years then call it a day on purchasing more décor. Instead, check out Pinterest for endless amounts of do-it-yourself décor ideas. Take the children to the pumpkin patch and have them pick out a few favorites. Then head home and spend time together making fun crafts that your kids can proudly display on the porch and around your home.
Put a cap on the candy
Just because your neighborhood gets hundreds of trick-or-treaters per year, doesn’t me you have to hand out candy until midnight. Head to your local discount store and buy as much candy as you’d like for cheap. Then, when your candy supply runs dry on Halloween night, turn the light off and call it a night.
Free fall fun
Many cities and towns around the country have local fall festivities during the autumn season that are free of charge. Check out your local Parks and Recreations Department for more information on Halloween happenings near you. Also, food and drinks are often pricey at these events so plan ahead of time and pack a picnic to save extra money.
