35+ Inspiring Halloween Entryway Decorating Ideas You Will Want To Copy

This post will show you 35+ Halloween entryway decorating ideas you will want to copy.

It’s that time of year again when we start thinking about decorating ideas for Halloween. This year, I am probably going to double down on my entryway. So that when the cute kids in the neighborhood come knocking, they will have something really spooky to see.

You don't need to buy expensive decorations for your home when it comes to Halloween. If you're looking for creative ways to make your home look spooky without breaking the bank, here are some suggestions:

• Make your own decorations. You can use things around the house, like old books and blankets or even toilet paper rolls. Check out these 11 DIY Halloween decor ideas.

• Reuse things you already have lying around the house by decorating them in different ways than they were intended for. For example, you can group a collection of black decor accents in the entryway for a Halloween theme.

• Shop at thrift stores or second hand shops. These places often have great decorations at very low prices. You might even be surprised by what kind of unique items you find there!

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35+ Inspiring Halloween Entryway Decorating Ideas You Will Want To Copy

01 | Spooky candleabra

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Recreate this look:

02 | Vintage halloween display

via: Shelterness archives

03 | Skull and bones

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04 | Modern Moody Entryway Decor

gorgeous vignette by Donna Delaine

05 | Layered mirrors and ghost flower vase

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Get this look:

06 | Butterfly infestation

gorgeous styling by Kylie Truman

Incorporating black butterflies into your Halloween decor can transform your space into an elegant and slightly eerie haven for the season. Whether you prefer wall decals, centerpieces, or DIY projects, these dark and delicate creatures bring a unique charm to your Halloween celebrations.

Embrace the symbolism, get creative, and let your imagination take flight this Halloween with the enchanting beauty of black butterflies.

07 | Trick or Treat skeleton artwork

Styled by Dana @ Design and Decors

08 | Floating Witch Hats

Lindsey Pedey

09 | Batty vignette

Tiffany Ramierz

10 | Modern Skeleton Display

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11 | Black and white gallery wall

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12 | Modern Farmhouse Halloween Display

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13 | Pampas grass and baskets of chopped wood

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Get this look:

14 | Boo Balloons

Adorable styling by Life by Lee

15 | Neutral entryway with bat accents

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16 | Hocus Pocus apothecary

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17 | Fall leaves and trick or treat things

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18 | Purple Gothic Wreath

Incredible Halloween decor by Paige Cole Perry

19 | Trick or Treat pumpkin patch

Credit: Sunny Side Design @grey Birch Designs

20 | Modern large round mirror

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21 | Family of bats

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22 | Witch’s broom wall gallery

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Recreate this look:

23 | Skeleton collections

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24 | Modern butterfly layers

Credit: Blonde Butterfly Home

25 | Rustic Halloween

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26 | Modern black and white stripes

Credit: Pink Perppermint Design

27 | Happy Halloween skull

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28 | Magic Blackboard

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29 | Hocus Pocus candles

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30 | Spotted wall & pumpkins

Credit: Tater Tots and Jellow

31 | White washed wood

Design credit: Living Cozy Cottage

32 | Copper witches cauldron

Credit: De Mujer

33 | Hanging hats skeleton

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34 | Modern butterfly entyway

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35 | Light up pumpkins

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Get a similar look:

36 | Pretty and pink

Credit: Sugar Color House

37 | Halloween entryway coatrack like Melissa

Credit: Delightful Trends blog

Every so often, you’ll have your coat rack area at the front. Mixing in wicker baskets along with rattan decor and rope pumpkins keeps the theme rustic and very Fall friendly.

38 | Boo Boulevard

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I always love a mix of neutral and bohemian textures for an entryway, it just makes a house feel warm and welcoming.

39 | Simple copper pumpkins

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40 | Hanging witches hats

Credit: Minimalistique blog

I hope you enjoyed these 35+ Halloween entryway decorating ideas.

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How to host the ultimate stress-free Friendsgiving dinner party (20+ brilliant ideas)

This post is all about putting together an easy and super stress free friendsgiving dinner party.

Thanksgiving is always hands down the most stressful family holiday and quite honestly the whole thing has always given me anxiety. But having a friendsgiving party has always softened the stress of the big holiday. So, today we’re going to talk about hosting your own

Ah, Friendsgiving - that wonderful prelude to the holiday season, where friends become family, laughter fills the air, and gratitude is the star of the show.

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What is a Friendsgiving party?

A Friendsgiving party is a gathering between close friends that mimics Thanksgiving. It usually has a lavishly set table and the dishes are quite often the traditional Thanksgiving ones. The idea of the event is to celebrate and give thanks for your friendship.

Hosting the ultimate Friendsgiving party is an art, a delightful blend of creativity, warmth, and a dash of culinary magic. If you're ready to create unforgettable memories with your chosen family, here's a step-by-step guide to help you host the most epic and stress-free Friendsgiving gathering.

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1. Select the date, time and location.

Begin planning well in advance. Decide on the date, time, and location of your Friendsgiving celebration. Make sure to consult with your friends to ensure the chosen date works for everyone. I like to have Friendsgiving about a week before the actual Thanksgiving. Most of my friends are usually home around that time, making it much easier for everyone to attend.

2. Guest List and Invitations.

The last major decision to make is who you would like to include on the guestlist for Friendsgiving.

Depending on the space and experience, the guest list could be extensive, or you could only have your few closest friends. Either way, make sure you decide this as early as possible, it is crucial to know your party size and who is coming for the planning and food preparation.

HOT TIP: You could also encourage your guests to bring a dish or drink to share.

There are many different ways to invite your friends to your Friendsgiving party: 

• Create physical invitations or

• Create e-vites and send them via email or snail mail if you have addresses for all your friends.

• There are so many online shops to create and purchase cute and cheap party invitations that would ultimately elevate your dinner party!

• Or, if you want your Friendsgiving to be more relaxed, you can always send your friends informal text messages, which works just as well. ( I like to create an invite image on Canva and then send that to my guests )

3. Plan The Feast.

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Friendsgiving is really all about the food. Decide if you'll be the sole chef or if it's going to be a potluck-style dinner where each guest brings a dish. Classic Thanksgiving dishes like turkey, stuffing, cranberry sauce, and pumpkin pie are must-haves and don't forget to accommodate dietary preferences and allergies.

When your friends RSVP to the party, ask them to contribute to the spread (think potluck) by cooking something on your list or bringing something they may have every year on Thanksgiving that is unique to their family's celebration. This dinner is such a fun time to see what other people do on Thanksgiving and get new Friendsgiving food ideas!

Make sure to note what everybody is planning on bringing so you end up with about one of everything and each food is covered.

HOT TIP: To avoid having to do the dishes and clean up a huge mess, opt for a quality dinnerware set. This gold and white set is perfect for any Friendsgiving decor.

4. Signature Cocktails.

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Create a signature Friendsgiving cocktail or mocktail to kick off the festivities. This adds a unique touch to your celebration and gets the conversation flowing.

A few friendsgiving cocktail ideas:

🤎 Apple Cider Mimosas

🤎 Fall Harvest Skinny Sangria

🤎 Thanksgiving punch mocktail

Don’t forget to have cocktail napkins with cute & clever messages.

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5. Decorate with A GRATITUDE theme in mind.

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Why not try a friendsgiving banner?

Because it’s Fall, you should have already infused your home with a cozy, autumnal atmosphere. Here are 14 gorgeous Fall dining table centerpeice decorating ideas.

Embrace warm colors, rustic tableware, and plenty of candles. Consider adding a gratitude wall or table with a book on it where guests can write down what they're thankful for.

A few decorating ideas to consider for your Friendsgiving:  

• A statement centerpiece

• table settings with name cards for your guests 

• a photoshoot backdrop, this rose gold fringe curtain makes for stunning photos

• fun banners

• balloons

You might also want to add in some custom decor moments to let each guest know how grateful you are for them.

TABLE SETTINGS

Get creative with table settings! You might enjoy making personalized name cards for your friends and placing them where they should sit at the table.These pumpkin place card holders are absolutely adorable.

I like to roll up napkins and get napkin rings for the holiday (even if you just use plastic dinnerware, napkin rings will make your dinner look very professional).

To make it look even more professional and put together, be sure to set out glasses, plates, utensils, making the table look beautiful and welcoming.

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HOT TIP: Create a super easy and affordable tablescape with space to write what your guests are grateful for.

6. Games and Activities.

Laughter is the best medicine for anyone. Especially anyone who lives a pretty full and hectic life. It is so nice to be playful and fun with friends and family.

Incorporate fun games and activities to keep your guests entertained. Consider a gratitude circle where everyone shares what they're thankful for, or go for classic board games or trivia.

Here are 5 really fun Friendsgiving game ideas:

🤎 The Voting Game: it’s a fun game that will make you get to know your friends even better and deeper than before. 

In each round, you vote anonymously for the person that you think the question describes the best, then tally the votes you find out the truth about your friends!

🤎 These cards will get you drunk: every participant receives cards that include random prompts that somehow end in someone drinking. 

🤎 Guesstures: You just need to act out some of the words they give, and your partners need to guess it! 

This will get everyone laughing, and if you guys play it after getting a bit tipsy, it gets even funnier.

🤎 Cards Against Humanity: hands down my absolute favorite social game to play with your friends, and this is definitely one of the most popular Friendsgiving games. 

To play the game, players take turns reading black cards with fill-in-the-blank prompts, and everyone else submits their funniest white card to complete the sentence! Funniest answer wins.

🤎 Friendsgiving: I’ve never played it but this game looks like a really perfect fit for a party like this.

7. Music and Entertainment.

A little background music will always elevate the ambiance of any party. In order to have a stress-free party, plan your music in advance.

You may want to consider your guests and their interests. I always like to ask friends to send me songs they are currently listening to so I can be sure to include everyones favorite songs.

Here are a few playlists I have saved for get togethers:

🤎 Beach at Sunset.

🤎 Cozy thanksgiving playlist

HOT TIP: If you don’t have a sound system in your set up, this JbL 5 portable speaker is my go-to for any party. I like it because anyone can set up their playlists and it fills the room without overpowering.

8. Capture the Memories.

Encourage your guests to take photos and share them in a group text. You can also designate a photographer, have an instant camera with film sitting on the table or set up a photo booth wall.

As the evening draws to a close, gather your friends for a moment of gratitude. Each person can share something they're thankful for, and you can lead a toast to friendship.

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9. The Farewell.

Send your guests off with a little token of your appreciation, like a mini pumpkin pie, a heartfelt note, or a small favor that commemorates the evening.

Remember, Friendsgiving is about sharing not only in the moment but also in the aftermath. These ziploc containers make it so easy for you to give your guests to take home leftovers. It's part of the tradition!

Hosting the ultimate Friendsgiving party is all about celebrating the bond you share with your friends and creating cherished memories. It's a time to savor the love, laughter, and the joy of being surrounded by the people who make your life richer.

So, set the table, break the bread, and toast to another wonderful year of friendship. Friendsgiving is a reminder that, no matter the challenges, we always have reasons to give thanks.

FRIENDSGIVING INSPO:

01 | Give Thanks Banner

give thanks wall decor

02 | Maple Leaf Garland

thanksgiving fall decorating

03 | thankful for you napkin wraps

04 | Letter board sign

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05 | Friendsgiving balloon letters photo backdrop

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While you’re at it, why not add cute Thanksgiving photo props for the photo wall?

06 | Create a super cute theme

Girlfriends & Gratitude

BYOB - Bring Your Own Board

These are two really cute ideas. Imaging Girlfriends and Gratitude or BYOB - bring your own charcuterie board.

07 | Friendsgiving bar cart

A well-styled bar cart instantly elevates your Friendsgiving party and keeps the drinks flowing without you running back and forth to the kitchen. Start by choosing a festive focal point—like a vase of seasonal flowers, a bowl of fresh cranberries, or a mini pumpkin arrangement—to set the tone.

Stock the lower shelf with wine, spirits, and mixers, and arrange glassware neatly on the top shelf for easy access. Add a cozy, seasonal touch with a fall-scented candle, decorative cocktail napkins, and a small tray for garnishes like citrus slices or cinnamon sticks. This not only makes your bar cart functional but also turns it into a chic, Instagram-worthy centerpiece for the celebration.

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08 | Photo backdrop & balloon arch

A chic balloon arch makes the perfect Friendsgiving photo backdrop—fun, stylish, and guaranteed to get guests snapping pictures all night. Choose a warm, autumn-inspired palette like rust, cream, gold, and blush, and mix balloon sizes for a luxe, organic look.

Layer in dried florals & pampas grass, or faux fall leaves to tie the arch into your tablescape and decor. Position it behind your dining table, near the bar cart, or in a designated “photo corner” so guests have a spot to capture memories. Not only does it create a gorgeous focal point, but it also adds a playful, celebratory vibe that elevates the entire party atmosphere.

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09 | Friendsgiving Charcuterie board

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10 | Pumpkin Painting party table

A pumpkin painting table is a charming and interactive addition to your Friendsgiving, giving guests a fun way to get creative between bites and conversation. Set up a dedicated table with small pumpkins (real or faux), a variety of acrylic paints, paintbrushes, and palettes, along with paper towels and water cups for rinsing brushes.

Add some inspo cards or simple stencil designs for those who want guidance, and don’t forget a disposable tablecloth for easy cleanup. This low-pressure, high-fun activity doubles as festive decor—guests can take their painted pumpkins home as a sweet, seasonal keepsake from the night.

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11 | Pumpkin wine cooler

Using a pumpkin as a wine bucket is a festive Friendsgiving hack that’s both functional and a total conversation starter. Simply choose a large pumpkin, cut off the top, and hollow it out, then place a bowl or clear plastic liner inside to hold ice.

Nestle in bottles of wine, champagne, or sparkling cider, and let the chilled drinks become part of your seasonal decor. For an extra touch, place the pumpkin bucket on a wooden tray or surrounded by autumn leaves and mini gourds—it’s a clever way to keep beverages cold while adding a cozy, harvest-inspired statement to your party spread.

12 | Make it a movie night

Turn your Friendsgiving into a cozy movie night by ending the evening with a lineup of fall classics like Hocus Pocus, You’ve Got Mail, or When Harry Met Sally. Create a comfy lounge area with plenty of blankets, floor cushions, and warm lighting—think string lights or candles—for an inviting, theater-at-home vibe.

Set out a snack station with popcorn, candy, and spiced cider (spiked or not) so guests can help themselves before settling in. It’s the perfect way to wind down the night, soak in the seasonal atmosphere, and make the celebration feel extra warm and memorable.

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13 | Adorn cocktails with an edible cocktail garnish

Add a playful and personal touch to your Friendsgiving drinks with edible cocktail garnishes featuring cute messages. Think cinnamon sticks wrapped with tiny paper tags that say “Grateful for You,” dried orange slices stamped with festive words, or a ‘friendsgiving’ message on top of the cocktail.

Not only do they make each drink feel special, but they also double as conversation starters and Instagram-worthy details. It’s a small gesture that adds a big dose of charm—and leaves guests sipping with a smile.

14 | Mini pumpkin name place setting

Mini pumpkins make the sweetest—and easiest—place name cards for your Friendsgiving table. Simply write each guest’s name on the pumpkin using a metallic paint pen or attach a small tag with twine or ribbon.

Place one at each setting to instantly add a personalized, festive touch that also doubles as a take-home favor. Whether you choose classic orange, soft white, or even custom painted pumpkins to match your color palette, this simple detail brings charm, warmth, and a little seasonal magic to your tablescape.

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15 | Take it outside and make it a picnic

For a laid-back twist on Friendsgiving, take the celebration outdoors and make it a cozy fall picnic. Spread out oversized blankets, layer in plenty of throw pillows, and set up a low table or wooden crates topped with a table runner for a charming, rustic feel.

Serve foods that are easy to eat al fresco—think grazing boards, thermoses of hot cider, and hand pies—and have a basket of extra blankets on hand in case the air gets crisp. Surrounded by golden leaves and fresh autumn air, your Friendsgiving will feel effortlessly magical and completely unforgettable.

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Friendsgiving is all about connection—gathering your favorite people, sharing good food, and creating memories that feel warm long after the night ends. Whether you go big with a balloon arch, keep it cozy with a picnic, or add charming touches like pumpkin place cards and edible drink garnishes, it’s the little details that make the celebration truly special.

I’d love to know—which of these ideas would you try for your Friendsgiving? Or do you have your own go-to traditions? Share them in the comments so we can keep the inspiration flowing!

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