Halloween Party Ideas for Teenagers

My son Zach dressed up as a mummy.

As a gal with four teenagers in my house, I can tell you that an organized party with Mom and Dad as the hosts is just not cool...no matter how cool we think we are!

So, how do you let the kids have a party that stays under control without parents hovering over?

Tell the kids that you'll allow them to have a party as long as they agree to some simple ground rules...basically rules to keep everyone...and the neighbors...safe.

In exchange, you'll promise a party that doesn't involve parents watching over them the entire night.

And then, even if it's only for a quick minute...everyone will be happy!

How to Throw a Successful Teen Halloween Party

Plan to have the party in an area that allows them to have some privacy, but that also allows you to check in from time to time.

Then, get the teens involved! Let them help with everything:

• picking out or making invitations,
• selecting the music and making a playlist,
• decorating,
• cooking or picking out the party food,
• and choosing activities.

You should be able to offer up some ideas, but let them feel like they're making the calls.

See below for some fun suggestions that they'll like.

When you're throwing a Halloween party for teenagers it's good to have a few things up your sleeve to keep them occupied. Here are some ideas that teens will like:

• A Costume Contest: Have them encourage everyone to come dressed in costume. They can award prizes for the scariest, funniest, most creative, etc. Teens love getting awards and recognition...these Halloween trophy awards are cheap and would be great to hand out to the winners. Check out our Halloween costume ideas for teens here.

• A Scary Movie Marathon: Set them up in a room with a TV and DVD player and let them watch scary movies. It would even be fun to rent a projector so they can watch them in "real movie size."
• Ouija Board: Ouija boards are known for their supposed ability to "talk" to the spirits. How appropriate for a Halloween party! Just have one on hand at the party and I guarantee you it will be used! Find a Ouija board at Target.com.
• Create a Haunted House:
This can be in your backyard, your garage, your basement...anywhere you have the space. Teens LOVE haunted houses, and would have a ball creating one to scare their friends. Find some creepy stuff for haunted houses on our Halloween decorating ideas page.

Setting the scene is crucial...but be careful! Absolutely NO "cutesie" stuff!

Instead, more teenage-ish and gruesome stuff is required when looking for Halloween party ideas for teenagers.

Here are some cool decor ideas:

Friday The 13th Jason Scene Kit "Includes: 2 Room Rolls (each 4' high x 25' wide) and an Add-On Package with 2 Jason figures (one measures 18"" wide x 30"" high and the other 27"" wide x 60"" high) and 2 Signs (one measures 30""wide x 5"" high and the other measures 29"" wide x 29"" high). All items are officially licensed Friday The 13th ™ products."

12' Black Creepy Cloth Decoration Cloth measures approximately 30" wide x 12' long, is made of a black gauze material and is flame retardant. Includes enough material to cover 2 doorways! Please Note: Wooden door and doorway are not included.

400 watt fogger "Includes fogger that measures approximately 13"" long x 7"" wide x 6"" high and is made of plastic and metal. Includes remote control with a UL Listed black power cord that measures 6' long. Requires fog juice (not included) Please Note: Products are designed and rated for use in the United States using 120 volt current. With or without a transformer, this product is not recommended for use outside the US."

Cannon Strobe with Thunder "Measures 6"" high x 7"" wide x 6"" deep. ETL Listed. For indoor use only."

Blacklight Bulb Includes 1 (75 Watt) blacklight bulb and fits in any standard light fixture that takes 75 watt bulbs. Will last up to 480 hours under continuous use. Light base and power cord pictured in above image is not included or available.

Favorite Places to Find Halloween Party Supplies

BuyCostumes.com	CostumeExpress.com	Shindigz.com
BirthdayinaBox.com	Target.com	OrientalTrading.com

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