Kids’ Halloween Activities

1 Bob for apples.

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Introduce this classic Halloween game to your kiddos stat. Just make sure they're supervised at all times.

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2 Go pumpkin picking.

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Would it really be Halloween if you didn't let your little ones search for the perfect pumpkin to carve? Heck no!

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3 Make a sweet treat.

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Sure, candy is the shining star of the holiday, but letting kids give you a hand in the dessert department definitely doesn't hurt either.

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4 Head to the corn maze.

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Scour the internet for farms in your area that offer a kiddie version of the real thing.

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5 Paint pumpkins.

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Let kids get creative by painting their own pumpkin. Added bonus: no cutting necessary.

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6 Hit a harvest festival.

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Bring your brood to a local harvest festival and sample your favorite Fall treats. Cider doughnuts, anyone?

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7 Head to a Halloween parade.

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Have your children suit up and join in on some parade fun — they may even win a prize for the best costume.

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8 Go to a not-so-scary haunted house.

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Your clan might not be ready for the adult version just yet, but some venues offer a watered-down version for ghosts-in-training.

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9 Carve a Jack-o'-Lantern.

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Let kids go wild with their haul from the patch. Don't forget to lay down some newspaper before getting started.

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10 Make slime.

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Halloween is always the best time to get messy.

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11 Watch a Halloween movie.

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Gear up Netflix or Hulu and watch an age-appropriate Halloween movie that won't leave them with nightmares.

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12 Plan a pet costume.

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There's nothing sweeter than seeing your furry friends in costume. Let your kids help you with the tough decision.

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13 Make a craft.

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Go the straightforward route by buying a themed craft kit or make your very own craft from scratch.

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