8 Eerily Cute College Halloween Care Package Ideas
This post is all about the best college Halloween care package ideas.
Halloween is just around the corner, and while college life might be packed with assignments, study sessions, and late-night hangouts, there’s always time for a little spooky fun!
Whether you’re a parent looking to send some love to your college student or a friend wanting to spread some Halloween cheer, a spooky basket is the perfect way to do it.
So, let’s dive into some fun, creative, and practical ideas for a Halloween-themed college care package that will make your loved one’s October feel extra special.
How to make a spooky basket for college students
- Choose a theme for the box
- Get creative with paint, markers, trendy stickers, and craft supplies to decorate the inside flaps and outside of the box.
- Mix in fun gifts with practical things college kids actually need
- Make sure to put it in the mail early enough!
Halloween Themed Care Package Ideas To Copy
- Zombie survival kit: shelf-stable foods like energy drinks, ramen, and protein bars. Add in a few band-aids or a first-aid kit to tie the theme together
- Pumpkin Spice Everything: Pumpkin spice flavored snacks, tea, coffee, cookies, granola bars, candles, lotion.
- Trick or Treat Bag: All their favorite Halloween candy!
- Halloween movie night supplies: movie tickets (or gift card), popcorn, candy, cozy blanket
- Ghouls’ Night In: Halloween themed self-care items like nail polish, hand soap, cozy socks, face mask etc.
What to put in a Halloween care package
1. Classic Halloween Treats
No Halloween care package is complete without some classic Halloween candy and treats.
Include a good mix of the classic Halloween candies with some homemade goodies.
Check out this post to learn about some homemade Halloween treats you can throw in the Halloween care package as well.
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2. Their favorite snacks with a spooky twist
Candy is great, but a college student can’t live on sugar alone. Add some savory snacks to balance out the sweetness.
Think along the lines of popcorn (bonus points for Halloween-themed flavors like caramel), caramel apples, or even some trail mix with a Halloween color scheme.
3. DIY Halloween Decorations for their dorm room
Dorm rooms can be pretty bare, so why not help your college student get into the Halloween spirit with some decorations? You don’t have to go overboard—just a few simple touches can make their space feel festive.
Consider including items like orange string lights, DIY Halloween sign for their door, mini pumpkins, DIY Halloween garlands, and more!
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4. Cozy Fall Essentials
As the weather gets cooler, cozy items become a must. Help your student stay warm and comfy with some fall-themed essentials.
Be sure to choose items in Halloween colors (think orange, black, or purple). This will help you to stay on theme but they can then use th items outside of the spooky season as well!
- Soft blanket
- Fuzzy socks
- Eye mask
- Drink mug with fall-flavored items (apple cider, hot chocolate, coffee etc.)
5. Self Care goodies for stress relief
College can be stressful, and Halloween is the perfect time to add some fun, stress-relief items to the care package. Include a few items that can help them unwind,
- Halloween coloring pages and colored pencils
- Fall reed diffuser
- Gift card to a local coffee shop and book
- Halloween nail polish for a cozy spa day
- Vanilla or pumpkin body wash
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6. Halloween-Themed School Supplies
Halloween-themed school supplies are a fun way to add some holiday spirit to their everyday routine.
Look for notebooks, pencils, and sticky notes in Halloween colors. It’s still fall so they probably aren’t running out of their back-to-school items quite yet but they will eventually!
Not only will these items be useful, but they’ll also bring a smile to their face every time they sit down to study.
7. DIY Halloween costume kit
A classic Halloween tradition is dressing up, but college students don’t always have the time (or budget) to put together a costume.
That’s where a DIY costume kit comes in! Think of a simple costume idea and gather the supplies they’ll need to create it.
Even if it is a simple item like diy cat ears they can add in some of their own clothing for a last-minute costume.
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9. Halloween crafts and activities
Include a few Halloween-themed games or activities that they can enjoy during a study break or on the weekend.
- Halloween coloring sheets
- Pumpkin carving kit
- Halloween puzzle
- Supplies to make Halloween decor
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8. Handwritten note to complete their box of goodies
Don’t forget a Halloween themed card for the final touch! Halloween art is also nice so that they can hang it up in their dorm.
You can make some for free on Canva or check out some of ours! Photos from past Halloween gatherings are also a fun and nostalgic way to spruce up the care package.
Putting together a Halloween care package is all about fun, creativity, and a little bit of love.
A Halloween package is a great way to show your favorite college student that you’re thinking of them and to give them a little break from the stress of midterms and assignments.
Whether you’re packing your gift box full of treats, cozy essentials, or interactive activities, what matters most is that it’s something they’ll enjoy and appreciate. So, get creative, have fun, and let the Halloween spirit guide you as you put together the perfect spooky surprise. Happy Halloween!
Have any other college Halloween care package ideas? Let us know in the comments below! I’m sure others in the community would love to learn from you as well as they work on their boo baskets.
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Stay well,
Maggie
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