Our Neighborhood’s Favorite Non-Candy Halloween Ideas for Trick or Treaters
You don’t have to hand out treats to participate in the fall holiday so let your neighborhood kids get excited with these non-candy halloween ideas! I have NEVER handed out candy on Halloween but we are definitely one the neighborhood’s favorite stops.
With a little creativity, we make sure the local kids can have an alternative to candy without missing out on any of the Halloween fun.
Why choose non-candy Halloween ideas?
There are many valid reasons to look into non-candy halloween treats this season.
Personally, I do not allow my child to eat candy so to hand it out to other children seems hypocritical.
We love finding new items to give instead that get children even more excited than receiving candy.
Another great reason to look into non-candy halloween ideas is food allergies.
Halloween can be a difficult day for children that deal with food allergies preventing them from enjoying some or even most candies
This year we decided to participate in the Teal Pumpkin Project.
Teal Pumpkin Project
The Teal Pumpkin Project makes the holiday inclusive to children with food allergies by ensuring the home is providing non-candy halloween treats as well.
It’s an easy way to announce you are offering non-candy treats without contacting everyone in the neighborhood.
We placed ours by the front porch, but can be anywhere on your front yard.
Click HERE for more information!
My Non-Candy Halloween Ideas
Since we’ve never actually handed out candy for Halloween we’ve collected a bunch of favorite items to hand out.
You can make the items Halloween themed or just fun!
I love shopping through Amazon for non-candy halloween treats because I can buy in bulk, shop for multiple items at once and have everything delivered quickly. The links are all from amazon but you can easily shop for these items at your local stores!
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1. Glasses
Kids love these fun glasses and can be worn all year! Link HERE.
2. Play-doh
An all-time kid favorite, Play-Doh. We can never have enough play-doh since it always dries out before the playing is finished. Link HERE!
3. Bubbles
BUBBLES!!! What kid doesn’t love bubbles? We choose to buy packs that come in multiple colors so kids can choose their favorite. Link HERE.
4. Glow Sticks
Glow sticks are a great way to encourage safety as well as fun!
We hand them out already cracked and glowing.
Kids can enjoy wearing them as they run from house to house.
The glow sticks always come in a bunch of fun colors the kids can choose from!
You can find my favorite bundle HERE.
5. Stickers
You can literally never have enough stickers. Every kid loves to grab a handful of fun holiday-themed stickers to add to their books and crafts.
Older kids and even teenagers still love stickers.
You cannot go wrong with a big bowl full of them!
Find my favorites HERE.
6. Temporary Tattoos
Temporary tattoos are great for older children.
You can offer a bunch of different tattoos so kids can choose a few different characters.
This is a great pack with over 100 available which you can check out HERE.
7. Pencils & Pens
My kid loves her pumpkin pen. It was one of her favorite Halloween gifts. There are many different styles that you can purchase, but I always say THE CUTER THE BETTER.
8. Stamps
Stamps are so fun for the holidays! Find my favorite set HERE.
9. Rubber Duckies
Honestly, this is one of the most unique and fun non-candy Halloween ideas.
There’s not much to say besides that they are so hysterical and perfect for toddlers.
You can check out this set HERE.
10. Stencils
Not every kid will know what to do with a stencil so I definitely advise offering other items too.
Stencils are great for the artsy kids.
Find this stencil set HERE.
11. Puzzles
A mentally stimulating toy that is Halloween themed!
These mini Halloween puzzles are both cute and great for older children.
Find this bundle HERE.
12. Coloring Books
Perfect for both boys and girls.
We love to hand them out as fall favors and for trick-or-treaters.
Find these coloring books HERE.
13. Masks
They can be simple or ornate but either way kids love dressing up in masks.
You can find similar superhero masks HERE.
14. Mini Flashlights
Another great safety-conscious item to hand out on Halloween.
Let kids light the way clearly from door to door in a fun and colorful way.
Find these mini flashlights HERE.
15. Crafts
Fall crafts are another great option if you are trying to offer something a little different!
You can easily include two crayons tied to your craft or a printable tag explaining craft options they can do when the kids get home.
Find crafts like this one HERE.
16. Bookmarks
Great for older kids or teenagers. Encourage children to read with these playful Halloween bookmarks.
Find these book marks HERE.
17. Hats
This might not be the best item since some children might be wearing a hat already, BUT kids LOVE hats.
A witch hat would be a fun surprise to trick-or-treaters.
Another non-candy Halloween idea that all ages would enjoy.
Find these witch hats HERE.
18. Whistles
A funny trick-or-treating toy that parents will tolerate and kids will enjoy.
Find these whistles HERE.
19. Rings
A Halloween classic. Rings are an easy non-candy item that all ages love.
Find Halloween rings HERE.
20. Drinks/Water
Halloween can be exhausting, so a great option is to offer children a drink!
Water is the best option since it will be allergy-free!
Find this exact water case HERE.
Halloween is such a fun holiday for children but it doesn’t have to center around candy.
Hopefully these non-candy Halloween ideas can inspire you to take an alternative approach this holiday.
