Hey earth muffins, happy October! π I’m not sure how it is already a new month… I feel like September went by too fast. But, October is my favorite month of the year because FALL and HALLOWEEN. π While I’m sure the Halloween celebrations are going to be quite different this year, that doesn’t mean the holiday can’t be green and good for the planet! I’ve been adding a bunch of things to my autumn bucket list; so, I thought I’d share some fun zero waste halloween activities with you all today!
Eco-Friendly Fall Activities
Support a local farmer by heading to their pumpkin patch and picking out a pumpkin. Set up a night where you carve pumpkins with whomever you are living with! I personally like to put on an autumn themed “fireplace” on the TV and crank up the Halloween tunes (especially the Charlie Brown soundtrack) as I carve! After the carving is finished, I suggest watching a classic movie like Ichabod Crane or Hocus Pocus (affiliate link).
Explore a local park and take a walk to soak up the fall colors! Don’t listen to music or a podcast; instead, take in the cool weather and the beauty around you. π If you are looking for some new Insta content, try utilizing the self timer on your phone for some fun fall pics.
Do some fall baking with pumpkin puree. I’ve made my own puree from pumpkins before, and it is actually super simple and fun to do! Pumpkin recipes are always my absolute favorite in the fall, from cookies to pie – I love it all! Check out my recipe board on Pinterest for inspiration, as I’ve been pinning a lot of fall things recently.
Hit up a local apple orchard and pick your favorite apples! Most places are pay by weight, so bring your own basket/bag (if allowed of course). There is a local orchard near me that also has a corn maze, so take advantage of any other fall activities you find when you get there!
Zero Waste Halloween Fun!
For starters, look into what your town is doing regarding trick-or-treating this year. If there is some option for you to participate, then pass out some sustainable alternatives to individually wrapped candy! Trick-or-treating might not be happening everywhere due to Mister Corona, so take the advice of your city/township.
To spread some Halloween cheer, make some boo-grams or Halloween cards for family and friends. I’ve found some pretty great secondhand cards at thrift stores, but homemade ones are even better! Make sure you have crafted the cards early, as you will want to send them out before the holiday. Wouldn’t want them to show up late! π
If you want to celebrate with friends on Halloween, try hosting a virtual costume contest through Zoom or Skype. Have everyone sign on wearing an outfit they think will win; take turns individually showing off the looks! Either have people set aside as judges or have each person vote for their favorite look (don’t let them vote for themselves!). Make sure there is a fun prize for the winner – I suggest a gift card or eco-friendly gift basket! π₯
Overall, there are so many fun things to do this fall! While the Halloween parties might be at a minimum this year, there are still plenty of ways to celebrate at home. What are your plans for a zero waste Halloween this year? Get creative – I’d love to hear what you have to say in the comments! π
Love,
Jenna β₯
Very nice ideas and never give out candy with those plastic wrappers. Thanks for sharing them.
Lots of great ideas, I do love the virtual Halloween costume contest! xx
Elegant Duchess xx
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Thank you so much – I think that is the thing I am excited for the most! π
-Jenna
These are wonderful suggestions! It’s nice to know Halloween can still be celebrated in a way that is safe and environmentally focused!
Jenna, you’re awesome! I adore Halloween but it’s been pretty much cancelled this year around me. No trick or treating for instance. I have to admit I was starting to feel so down about it. Your wonderful post has cheered me up no end, thank you for that, you’re an angel!
Stay safe, sending heaps of hugs from a chilly Scotland xx
ps: I’m off to pin your post, i hope that’s ok? hugs x
I’m so happy I could cheer you up (and of course – pin away!!). π This year has definitely been quite the challenge regarding holidays – so important to think a little outside the box! Thanks for stopping by!
-Jenna
These are such wonderful ideas!! Going to a pumpkin patch or sitting at a park are totally things I’ve done in the past, and they make for such lovely memories x
These are all great options! I’m planning to go apple picking and pumpkin picking this year and I can’t wait.
Ekaterina | Polar Bear Style
Apple and pumpkin picking are such fun fall activities! π I picked out a pumpkin at a local patch last weekend; it is going to look so awesome when I carve it.
-Jenna
There are some great ideas here, Becca, and I especially like your ideas for a virtual celebration as well. Pinning! Thank you for being a part of the Hearth and Soul Link Party Community.
Thank you so much for pinning – I’m glad you liked the post! π
-Jenna
Lots of great ideas here, Jenna! Halloween can generate so much throwaway rubbish with sweet wrappers and plastic costumes, it’s definitely time we started thinking more sustainably. x
Thank you so much! And I totally agree with you – so much single use waste, but definitely there are ways to cut back on that. π
-Jenna
I love this idea! Picking pumpkins is one of my favorite things to do at this time of year π although carving them is another sotry!
Ethical Bunny xx
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Thank you for sharing at #OverTheMoon. Pinned and shared. Have a lovely week. I hope to see you at next weekβs party too! Please stay safe and healthy. Come party with us at Over The Moon! Catapult your content Over The Moon! @marilyn_lesniak @EclecticRedBarn
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