As Halloween approaches, many individuals are embracing the festive spirit by participating in fun and engaging TikTok trends that embody the Halloween theme. The countdown to October 31 has sparked a wave of creativity on TikTok, with users eagerly sharing their costume ideas and classic monster-themed tunes.
If you’re looking for ways to immerse yourself in the Halloween vibe or simply want to enhance your seasonal celebrations, here are five Halloween-inspired activities you can dive into right now.
Recreate a Halloween-Inspired Recipe
Halloween marks the unofficial start of the holiday season, celebrated with an abundance of candies and treats. The hashtag #SpookyTreats boasts over 4.4 billion views, featuring videos of countless creative recipes.
From spooky sugar cookies and brain cakes to cinnamon roll intestines, TikTok has been inundated with viral Halloween recipes. Why not try making one yourself?
@chefgenevieve Bloody Brain Cake🧠🩸Follow for 30 Halloween Inspired Recipes. Ingredients: 1 box red velvet cake mix, 3 eggs, 1/2 cup vegetable oil or butter, 1 cup water or milk, Nonstick spray, 8oz salted butter (room temperature), 8oz cream cheese (room temperature), 4 cups confectioners sugar, 2 tsp vanilla extract, 2lbs vanilla fondant, 1 drop red food coloring, 1 cup red seedless raspberry jam. Start by spraying an 8-inch stainless steel bowl with nonstick spray. Cut 6 strips of parchment paper to line your bowl. Pour in prepared red velvet cake mix. Place on a sheet pan then bake in a 350°F oven for 1 hour or until a wooden skewer comes out clean. Beat room temperature salted butter and cream cheese until light and fluffy, then add powdered sugar and vanilla extract. Mix on lowest speed, then speed up after incorporated and beat for 1 more minute. Once your cake has cooled, remove from the bowl and peel off the parchment. Trim off a little from the right and left side, then cut a line down the middle. Trim further if needed to resemble the shape of a brain. Next, add your frosting and coat the entire cake with this crumb coat. Chill in the fridge for 30 minutes. Add your second layer of frosting, ensuring to keep the distinct line down the middle. Return to the fridge. Meanwhile, add in 1 drop red food coloring to 2 lbs of vanilla fondant – knead until color is fully incorporated. Roll fondant into logs, then strategically place on your cake, making squiggly lines while keeping the brain halves separate. Brush on seedless raspberry jam. Chill until ready to serve. Enjoy! #halloweenfood #halloweeninspo #halloween2023
Create a Boo Basket for Someone
A Boo basket has surged in popularity on TikTok in recent weeks. These fun baskets, reminiscent of Easter baskets, are specifically designed for Halloween gifting.
@maya.and.hunter Thanks @Emma Semingson for the inspo! I got all these basket fillers from her storefront! #boobasket #fallgirl #halloweengirl #fallgiftideas #fallgifts
Filled with Halloween and autumn-themed treats, Boo Baskets are a delightful way to surprise friends, neighbors, or kids. Once someone has been “Boo’d,” they are encouraged to continue the tradition.
On TikTok, this trend is taking off, with the #boobasket hashtag amassing over 296.4 million views, making Boo Baskets a perfect heartwarming gift for someone special.
Recreate Scary Makeup Looks
Home to incredible makeup and special effects artists, TikTok is a treasure trove of inspiration for your next spooky makeup look or Halloween costume.
@hollymurraymakeup Mickey Mouse! I’m so sorry 😱 who should I create next?!
♬ Mickey Mouse Clubhouse Theme Song (From “Mickey Mouse Clubhouse”) – Geek Music
Experiment with Spooky Filters
On October 9, TikTok announced their Halloween update, introducing new scary filters. These include effects like “random Halloween eyeliner” and “random Halloween face, which can help spark ideas for your next Halloween look.
@channydesilva YESSS 🎃👻 #halloween #nightmarebeforechristmas
If you’re seeking something even spookier, give the new horror Halloween filter a try.
Pumpkin Head or Ghost Photoshoot Trend
One of TikTok’s most popular fall and Halloween trends in recent years is the pumpkin head or ghost photoshoot.
For the pumpkin head shoots, users carve a face into their pumpkins and create an opening large enough to fit their heads. This sets the stage for whimsical or spooky photos.
@stienedlund This is your sign to do a pumpkin head shoot with your friends!🎃🍂 #fall #pumpkincarving #pumpkinhead #photoshoot #trend
For the ghost photoshoot, simply cover yourself with a white sheet and add sunglasses for a fun twist before capturing the perfect shot.
There you have it! Five engaging ideas to launch you into the spooky season. If you’d like to explore more Halloween content, check out our related articles here.
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