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Host the Monster Bash of the Year

Halloween party tips from Barrington's award winning events planner Christina Currie Events.

To kick off your planning, here are some quick and easy ideas to host your spooktacular party:

Keep it devilishly simple. No need to rummage through party stores and spend lots of money on dull decorations. Nor is it necessary to make complicated crafts from Pinterest. Instead, use dim lighting with flickering candles, scary sound effects or clips of scary movies

Plot it out creep-tastically. Avoid ghoulish long lines for your guests by making sure there are multiple food and beverage stations to create good flow. Display a chili station or mashed potato bar with all the fixings from bacon bits, cheese, scallions, sour cream, etc. For dessert display an interactive candied apple station with melted caramel, nuts, sprinkles, crushed graham crackers, etc.

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Pick a spooky palette. Choose either a scary or cute Halloween scheme. An all-black color theme works well for this haunted holiday. Add decorations to your entryway, kitchen counter, or in the bathroom. Make sure to include those small nook areas of your home. Your guests will appreciate the small décor details.

A seasoned party planner always greets their guests with a signature drink upon arrival. Alcohol does not need to play a role in your drink. It is just customary to your guests and gives them a warm feeling to your home.

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However you decide to celebrate this holiday, just remember to be safe!

Happy Halloween,

Christina Currie

 

 

Information about Christina Currie Events, Inc.

With over 20 years of event planning and production experience, the event process has been perfected. Our mission is to provide the highest quality service for unforgettable events each and every time. Christina Currie Events, Inc. will handle all of your big day planning and execution so you can sit back and enjoy the accolades! Christina can be reached at 224-558-1764 or by email at Christina@christinacurrieevents.com.


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