With Halloween right around the corner, is your jump trampoline park ready for the upcoming parties? Halloween, also known as Hallowe’en, is celebrated on October 31 and marks the eve of All Saints’ Day. Halloween activities include trick-or-treating, attending Halloween costume parties, carving pumpkins into jack-o’-lanterns, lighting bonfires, apple bobbing, divination games, playing pranks, visiting haunted attractions, telling scary stories, and watching horror films. In recent years, trampoline parks have been a popular choice for teenagers and young people to have Halloween costume parties. For trampoline park owners, you should get ready for the holiday and make plans to have great parties for all of your guests. In this post, we will give you a few ideas on how to have Halloween costume parties at your trampoline park.
The first thing you need to do to have a Halloween costume party at your trampoline park is choose a theme. Whether it’s a haunted trampoline night or a “Monster Mash Bounce,” the theme will set the tone for the event and influence everything from decorations to activities. Once you’ve decided on the theme, deck out your park with spooky Halloween decorations. Think fake cobwebs, eerie lights, and pumpkins all around.
Activities are the heart of any event, so plan a variety of Halloween-themed games and contests. A costume contest with categories like “Most Creative,” “Funniest,” and “Best Group Costume” will get everyone involved, and spooky games like monster tag and pumpkin dodgeball will keep the excitement high. You can also set up a cupcake decorating station or have a spooky dance-off to add more interactive elements to the party.
Of course, safety is a top priority when planning an event like this at a trampoline park. Make sure costumes are safe for jumping by setting guidelines — avoid masks that impair vision and loose clothing that could get tangled. It’s also important to have trained staff on hand to supervise activities and make sure everyone is following the rules. Lastly, don’t forget to promote the event through social media, offer themed snacks, and consider selling pre-sale tickets to gauge interest and manage crowd size.
Now that you’ve got the basics, let’s dive deeper into each step and create a detailed plan for your Halloween trampoline park party.
Step-by-Step Guide to Help You Organize A Halloween Party
1. Set the Theme
Picking the right Halloween theme can take your party from just a gathering to a full-on experience. A theme can inspire your decorations, activities, and even snacks. Here are a few ideas:
- Haunted Trampoline: Turn your trampoline park into a spooky haunted space with ghost zones, creepy lighting, and scary music.
- Monster Mash Bash: A family-friendly party with friendly monsters, bright decor, and fun music like “Thriller.”
- Spooky Bounce: Go all out with Halloween-themed bounce areas, from a witch zone to a vampire’s lair, each offering different kinds of spooky fun.
Decorations are key to setting the right mood. Create the right atmosphere with fake spider webs, hanging bats, and pumpkins scattered around the yard. Lighting is also important; use colors like orange, purple, and green to create a spooky glow over the entire area. You can even section off the yard into different themed zones with different spooky elements. Add creepy sound effects and Halloween music in the background to really get people in the Halloween spirit.
The activities should match the theme and include crowd favorites like a costume contest. Offer fun categories like “Most Creative Costume,” “Scariest Costume,” and “Best Group Costume.” Adding a cupcake decorating station can also be a hit, where kids and families can create their own Halloween-themed cupcakes with spooky toppings.
2. Plan the Schedule
Timing is everything, and for a Halloween event, it’s important to get the timing right to maximize attendance. Consider hosting the party on the last weekend of October, close enough to Halloween to keep the excitement fresh, but before people have other commitments. An ideal time would be late afternoon to early evening, as this accommodates both younger kids and families.
Also, on your schedule, you should plan time slots for each activity: a window for the costume contest, time for spooky games, and even some open playtime where kids can just bounce around in their costumes. Make sure you have breaks between activities so guests can explore the yard and get some refreshments.
3. Design Halloween-Themed Games
To keep the energy high, organize Halloween-themed games that are both fun and safe. Trampoline parks offer a unique advantage because of the space and the equipment, so use it to your advantage. Here are some ideas:
- Pumpkin Dodgeball: Swap out your regular dodgeballs for some orange dodgeballs that you paint to look like pumpkins. This keeps the game familiar but gives it a Halloween twist.
- Monster Tag: Pick one person to be the “monster.” Everyone else has to run away from the monster while jumping on the trampolines. You can even add some spooky sound effects or music to make it extra fun.
- Spooky Dance-Off: Have a dance-off to Halloween songs like “Thriller” or “Monster Mash.” It’s a great way to add a little fun and a little laughter to the party.
Not only are these games super fun, but they’re also align with the Halloween theme, so they’re perfect for your party.
4. Marketing and Promotion
No matter how awesome your Halloween party is, nobody will show up if you don’t promote it. Start promoting your party early and often on all your social media platforms — Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, etc. Make spooky-themed posts and countdowns leading up to the party. You can even do a social media contest where you have people submit their Halloween costume ideas and give away free tickets or some other small prize.
To encourage people to sign up early, you can offer early bird discounts or even bundle packages for families. You can also collaborate with local businesses, like a costume store or a candy store, to get the word out and offer giveaways or raffle prizes during the party.
Set up Halloween photo opportunities around the park, like a giant pumpkin, a haunted house backdrop, or a ghost-themed trampoline. Not only will your guests have a great time, but they’ll also be more likely to share their experience online, which can help bring more people to your park.
5. Snacks and Refreshments
What’s a party without food? You have to have some good snacks. You’ll want to offer a variety of Halloween-themed treats that look awesome and taste amazing. Here are a few ideas:
- Pumpkin-shaped cookies or ghost cupcakes.
Candy corn and Halloween candy scattered around the venue.
Witch’s brew punch for a kid-friendly, spooky drink.
You can also do Trick-or-Treat Stations around the park where kids can get candy after they do certain things or complete certain challenges.
6. Prizes and Giveaways
One of the best ways to get people excited about your party is by giving away prizes. For your costume contest, you can give away things like free jump passes, gift cards, or goodie bags full of Halloween stuff. You can also do a raffle during the party and give away some bigger prizes like a free month of jumping or some Halloween-themed merchandise.
By incentivizing participation with prizes, you’ll encourage more attendees to get involved and boost the overall energy of the event.
Conclusion
Having a Halloween costume party at your park can be a ton of fun and a great experience. From picking a theme to planning activities, promoting your party, and having awesome snacks, every step is important to make sure your party is a success. Remember to create a safe environment where kids and families can have a good time, and make sure you have staff on hand to watch everything.
Ready to create a spooky, exciting Halloween event at your trampoline park? Let us help you make this Halloween the best one yet! Contact us at info@leboplaycn.com or visit our website at leboplaycn.com to learn more about how we can assist in bringing your Halloween party to life!
