No Tricks, Just Treats: 9 Fun Boo Basket Ideas

Surprise your friends and neighbors this Halloween with a Boo Basket! Booing friends is a fun and heartfelt way to bring Halloween cheer to your community. The goal is simple — put a smile on someone's face with an unexpected treat! Best of all, it doesn't have to be expensive or overthought. The real surprise is knowing someone thought of you.

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What is a Boo Basket? 

A Boo Basket is a small Halloween-themed treat left anonymously on a friend's or neighbor’s doorstep. The idea is to ring the doorbell and run, or simply leave it for them to find. It's a fun, no-rules way to spread Halloween joy throughout October — not just on Halloween itself. Surprise someone today and inspire them to pass it on!

9 Boo Basket Ideas for All Ages

Whether you're preparing for kids, friends, or neighbors with special needs, these creative Boo Basket ideas will help you spread the joy:

1. Lil’ Monster Boo Basket

Kids love Boo Baskets! Fill a basket with fun items like Halloween-themed toys, glow sticks, and craft kits. You can also include puzzles or balloons for extra fun!

2. Teal Boo Basket

For friends with food allergies or just for an alternative to candy, support the Teal Pumpkin Project by filling your basket with non-food items like glow sticks, stickers, or small toys. 

3. Baby Boo Basket

New parents and babies will appreciate thoughtful Boo Baskets filled with sensory toys, wipes, and storybooks.

4. 'Boo'ze Basket 

Just for adults, of course! Because Boo Baskets aren’t only fun for kids! Create a Boo’ze basket with your favorite beverages, mixers, and festive drink recipes.

5. Baking Boo Basket

Pack a basket with all the ingredients for a fun Halloween baking project. Pre-mix dry ingredients, and don't forget festive sprinkles!

6. Pumpkin Carving Boo Basket

Include a pumpkin, carving tools, and a jack-o-lantern stencil for some Halloween creativity.

7. Boo'k Basket

For book lovers, share the gift of reading! Choose a few spooky titles or your favorite reads to include in this thoughtful basket.

8. Pampering Boo Basket

For that special friend who needs a little relaxation, put together a basket filled with bath bombs, face masks, and scented candles.

9. Photo Boo Basket

Take a trip down memory lane by printing photos and creating a personalized photo book or prints for your recipient. Perfect for teens!

Start Boo’ing Today and Spread the Halloween Spirit!

Ready to spread some Halloween cheer? Start Boo’ing today by surprising friends and neighbors with a custom Boo Basket. Don’t forget to download your free "You’ve Been Boo’d" printable to complete your basket and get ready to share the joy!

Special thanks to Food Allergy Research & Education (FARE), along with Andrea Kistler, and Macaroni KID publishers Carmen Kaethler, Julie Dikken, and Mary Campbell for supplying the photos used in this story.

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