New Specials in December: See What's New!

New Moon, December 1st: Read About It

Free Spellcasting Consultations: Contact Us

By Moody Moons, Festivals & Sabbats

How to Host a Samhain Party

Updated on:

/

Written by: Lumina Indigo (Moody Moons)

/

Reviewed by: Tina Caro

Want to host a Samhain party this fall that’s more witchy than kitschy? 

We’ve got some awesome ideas to create a festive atmosphere that’s truly magical.  

Here’s a step-by-step guide to making your Samhain party and your season of the dead, well . . . to die for.;

Step 1:  Pick a main event. 

Whether you hold a seance or a dumb supper (or both!), pick a main event to focus on and make it the theme of your invitations.

Step 3:  Consider an additional, smaller activity. 

Particularly if you expect children to attend, a lighter additional activity like bobbing for apples or a pumpkin decorating contest tends to round out the evening nicely and leave everyone feeling grounded.

Step 4:  Choose a way to honor the departed. 

Remember your departed loved ones.  In keeping with the spirit of the season, do at least one thing to acknowledge the deceased, particularly if you or someone in the group lost someone this past year. 

This need not be heavy or too serious—a few photographs included in the centerpiece or serving a dish the deceased enjoyed during life fulfills this tradition nicely.

Step 5:  Plan a menu. 

If you’re doing a dumb supper, you might want to opt for potluck. 

But if you plan a ritual not centered around food, most guests appreciate a few simple, fall-themed appetizers and some autumn ale.

Step 6:  Don’t Forget a Cocktail

Of all the things on this list, absolutely nothing will create a more epic atmosphere than a dry-ice cocktail.

Try this recipe for a Black Magic Martini.

Step 7:  Try a “fire only” lighting concept. 

Planning a Samhain or Halloween party? Consider a candlight-only lighting scheme for a mystical vibe.

Consider a candlelight-only lighting scheme for a mystical vibe.

Use only candles or (if outdoors) bonfires and tikki torches to light your scene.   It requires a little extra planning for fire safety.   But using only flames creates a powerful, mysterious atmosphere.

Step 1:  Decide whether or not to invite the little witchlettes. 

Including children at a pagan party often changes a lot of the decisions you need to make. 

If you want little feet everywhere, be certain all the parents are okay with allowing them to participate in the ritual, and plan at least one activity just for them.

Decorate naturally. 

Although many a witch revels in the availability of witch-y looking items at mainstream stores this time of year, plastic Halloween decor just isn’t my thing.  I prefer to make my own or, even better, use what nature provides.  Apples, mums, pine cones, squash, acorns and, of course, pumpkins!

Make favors. 

I love making ritual favors for the Sabbats.   Try filling mini coffins with liquor candies for adults, or roll Samhain ritual candles in herbs and oils and give them away.

Share This Post

About Lumina (Moody Moons' Founder)

Lumina Indigo began Moody Moons in 2012 to produce beautiful, elegant, intriguing content of interest to the magical and witchcraft community.

She specializes in in-depth research and reporting on various topics in modern spirituality.

With over 20 years of experience with the modern pagan community, Lumina is a professional tarot reader, and a kitchen witch culinary wizard.

new pic - lumina indigo magickal spot

1 thought on “How to Host a Samhain Party”

Leave a Comment

What Is Missing In Your Life Today That You Deeply Desire?

Is it finding new love or making the existing one healthier than ever? Is it maybe some positivity that would make your life flourish as you've never thought it could? Or is it something unique that your life is missing?

Spellcasting is an art that must NOT be taken carelessly. If you are trying to solve a problem you're facing, you should consider hiring a professional witch that cast spells safely for everyone involved. This way, you know it's being done by someone experienced and knowledgeable, and I'm also always here to answer questions about your casting and provide follow-up at no additional charge.

I've been casting spells for more than a decade and have worked privately with clients from all over the world.

You can expect private sessions, customized spells that I'll create just for you, and free consultations before and after spell casting. You can also read hundreds of different testimonials that you can find at each spell.

Below you'll find spells you can order and what it is this month's special spell casting!