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A dark living room decorated for a Halloween party, with blue lighting, fog, skeletons, spiderwebs, and lit candles creating an eerie ambiance.

A dark living room decorated for a Halloween party, with blue lighting, fog, skeletons, spiderwebs, and lit candles creating an eerie ambiance.

You are an expert college event planner. Design a scary but fun Halloween party for 20–25 college students in a small apartment on a tight budget. The theme should feel eerie and immersive—think haunted ambiance, candlelight, fog, and dark décor—with creative costume ideas that go beyond the usual monsters. Include specific ideas for decorations, lighting, music, snacks, and one low-cost interactive game or group activity. Keep it original, creepy, and perfect for a college crowd that wants both atmosphere and fun. See more