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Miranda Enzor 8/17/26 Miranda Enzor 8/17/26

Halloween 101: How to Throw a Halloween Party

Throwing a Halloween party? From invites to food to games, here's a quick-start guide to pulling off a party guests will actually remember.

Miranda Enzor 7/27/26 Miranda Enzor 7/27/26

Introducing Killer Halloween Party: A New Home for Party Planning

Surprise! I've launched a sister site dedicated entirely to Halloween party planning AND published a book to go along with it. Learn more about what Killer Halloween Party is, who it's for, and where to find everything.

Miranda Enzor 7/3/26 Miranda Enzor 7/3/26

How to Throw a Summerween Pool Party

Ready to host the ultimate Summerween pool party? This guide covers it all: dyeing the water, floating eerie details, dry ice fog, gothic drinkware from small shops, food, music, and safety tips. Plan an adults-only summer gathering with just the right amount of spooky.

Miranda Enzor 6/24/26 Miranda Enzor 6/24/26

How to Throw a Midsommar-Inspired Summerween Party

Flower crowns, folk rituals, and just enough unease to keep things interesting. Here's how I would throw a Midsommar-inspired party that's equal parts gorgeous celebration and gentle folk horror wink, perfect for Summerween.

Miranda Enzor 3/19/25 Miranda Enzor 3/19/25

A Candy Corn Tea Party

Celebrate Springoween with a candy corn tea party! Check out this post for inspiration + where you can find recipes, DIYs, etc.

Miranda Enzor 8/31/22 Miranda Enzor 8/31/22

11 More Killer Halloween Party Themes

Looking for killer Halloween party themes? Here are 11 of my favorites, plus where you find a list of 15 more for your own party.

Miranda Enzor 8/19/20 Miranda Enzor 8/19/20

17 Ideas For Hosting a Micro or Virtual Halloween Party

Halloween parties in 2020 don't have to be canceled! Here are 17 ideas for hosting a small or virtual Halloween party this season.

Miranda Enzor 9/17/19 Miranda Enzor 9/17/19

7 Real Halloween Party Decor Ideas

Replicating Pinterest perfect parties isn't realistic. You know what is? REAL parties! Here are 7 REAL Halloween party decor ideas I've used for my parties.