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The Halloween Lover’s Guide to Summer
Summer wants you cheerful. You have other plans. From firefly-lit cemetery walks and swamp tours to outdoor horror movie nights and midnight picnics, this is your guide to finding the dark, strange, and atmospheric in the warmest months — no waiting until October required.
By Pumpkin’s Light: Spring 2026 Guests
Did you know I co-host an interview podcast where we talk to Halloween creatives? It’s called By Pumpkin’s Light. Check out all the guests we had on this spring.
Things You Need for Summerween
UPDATED FOR 2026: Why wait for October? This updated Summerween roundup has everything you need for a spooky summer — candles, tees, pins, sandals, body butter, and more from some of our favorite small shops and Etsy finds.
My Favorite Places to go Halloween Hunting
UPDATED FOR 2026: Halloween hunting season is one of the most exciting times of year — if you know where to look. Here are my favorite stores for finding Halloween decor, plus tips for timing your trips, scoring the best deals, and never missing a first drop."
Fave Finds for a Summerween Beach Day
Headed to the beach, lake, or pool this Summerween? Keep your spooky style going with these summertime fave finds from small businesses.
7 Questions to Ask Before Buying Halloween Decor
UPDATED FOR 2026: I used to buy anything black, orange, or candy corn. Now I ask myself these 7 questions first — and my Halloween decor collection is so much better for it.
Halloween Swimsuits You Need This Summer
UPDATED FOR 2026: Hot girl summer? Sure. But make it haunted. I've rounded up the best Halloween swimsuits available right now — from small shops doing spooky right to a few fan favorites — so you can stay in your aesthetic all the way to the shore.
6 Reminders for Code Orange Season
Before the Code Orange season take over, here are six things to remember about Halloween, spending, and why your best memories were never for sale.
The Taphophile’s Guide to Cemetery Appreciation Month
Taphophilia is a love of cemeteries, gravestones, and funerary art — and if you're a Halloween lover, you might already be one. Here's your guide to getting started.
9 Halloween Brunch Recipes to Try
Who says Halloween is just for dinner? I've rounded up 9 of my favorite Halloween-themed brunch recipes from around the web — from a Beetlejuice-inspired fancy toast and a showstopping jack o' lantern quiche to pumpkin mimosas and a spooky breakfast charcuterie board. Whether you're hosting a festive gathering or just want to bring a little magic to your morning table, there's something here for everyone.
The Best Things to do in Salem if You Love Halloween
Salem, Massachusetts was made for people like us. From hidden speakeasies and spirit board museums to gothic boutiques and fresh lobster bisque, the Witch City has more to offer than one October weekend could ever hold. Here's your complete guide to Salem through the eyes of a Halloween lover.
Halfoween is Here — and Your Halloween Planning Starts Now
The best Halloween costumes, parties, and decorated spaces have one thing in common: they didn't happen in the last week of October. Halfoween is here, which means you have exactly the right amount of time to do it properly. Here's your head start guide — complete with tips, checklists, and everything a true Halloween lover needs to hit the ground running.