How to Host a Wicked Virtual Halloween Event
The Halloween season brings with it some extra excitement for people of all ages. In today’s world, hosting a Halloween party does not mean that you always meet in person. Technology has enabled virtual Halloween events as well. These are popular ways to keep the spirit of Halloween alive, specially if you cannot make it to in person events. So whether you are planning a small Halloween event, or you are thinking of having a large one, a Halloween themed virtual celebration can help you.
Here are a few great Halloween virtual event ideas to help you create the best spooky surprises.
Understand the Audience
The key is to understand the ones that you are hosting this event for. Ask yourself questions like what they are looking for, what their unique needs are and so on. Some potential groups you might be catering to are remote teams, digital nomads and even kids. Virtual events gain a lot of traction these days, so you have to make sure you know exactly what you are doing and what you are looking to achieve.
Choose the Right Platform
The perfect platform depends on the type of event that you want to throw. Popular platforms include Zoom and Vimeo. They each have their unique benefits, so you need to first see what you can get out of these, only then can you make the best choice for yourself.
Set the Perfect Scene for the Event
It may seem difficult to create a creepy atmosphere for a virtual event, but with the correct strategy, you can create the ideal atmosphere. Begin by selecting a spooky or Halloween-themed virtual backdrop. You can upload custom backdrops to a lot of video conferencing sites, so get creative and use photos of eerie forests, scary houses, or even bubbling cauldrons. To make things more festive, offer a downloadable background pack or encourage guests to decorate their own space for Halloween. Also set the sound. The right spooky tunes can help create the exact atmosphere that you are looking for.
Plan the Right Agenda
To pull off a great event, you need to have the agenda set. There has to be a structured plan that you follow so that you can make sure that your guests can remain entertained at all times. Start with an icebreaker. Maybe you could ask your guests to share an amazing Halloween memory. This can help you get started after which you can start with different interactive activities to make the event a huge success.
Get Creative with Event Planning
To make your event a success, get creative with what you do. Think about all the things that you should be doing. Unique ideas can help you stand out. You could plan things like virtual costume contests, spooky games, murder mystery games or even virtual tours. You have to make sure that your guests are entertained if you want it to be a success.
Make your Party Safe
While virtual events do not have the same security concerns as in person gatherings, you would still want to make sure that attendees ae masked and costumed. This can help you protect yourself from cybersecurity threats, which are always luring. To do this, set very strong and unique passwords. Set very clear guidelines to help you and the attendees all throughout the event. Be sure to monitor interactions as well.
Prepare Halloween Themed Treats and Drinks (Virtually)
Halloween treats are still available to you even if you're online. Give your guests easy-to-follow recipes for at-home Halloween-themed snacks and beverages. Ghost-shaped sugar cookies, bloody (cranberry) punch, and pastry-wrapped "mummy" hot dogs are a few simple ideas. Make this into a little culinary class where everyone prepares a treat together for a more engaging experience. As an alternative, think of delivering tiny treat boxes filled with mini cocktail kits, Halloween sweets, or themed munchies to guests ahead of time. This tiny act can improve the experience and give the virtual gathering a slightly more real vibe.
Send Out Festive Invitations
Send out interesting invitations to build up excitement for your event. Don’t use standardized email templates. You could get as creative as you want. Think about all the interesting colors that you could add in. Also think about how creative you can get with costume and decoration guidelines. You could also send many follow up reminders so that your guests remember about this and anticipate as well. This is a great way to help everyone get into the Halloween spirit.
A spooky virtual Halloween party may be just as much fun to throw as a real one with a little imagination. There are innumerable methods to keep your visitors interested and create a memorable evening, from creepy activities and costume competitions to themed snacks and augmented reality filters. Remember that preparation, interesting activities, and a spooky ambiance are essential for a successful virtual Halloween party. So get your spectral pals together, embrace the virtual world, and prepare to organise a memorable Halloween party!