As the warm days of summer fade into the crisp, cool nights of fall, Parker is getting ready to celebrate Halloween in the most fun and festive way possible—through the Parker Halloween Home Decorating Contest! This frightfully fun event is back this October, and now is the time to unleash your creativity and turn your home into a haunted masterpiece.
Event Details
- Name: Decorate Your Home for Halloween
- Dates: October 24-31, 2024
- Where: Your house!
- For More Information: Visit parkerco.gov or call 303-805-3147
Whether you’re looking to give trick-or-treaters a spine-tingling thrill or want to bring a smile to your neighbors, this contest is the perfect opportunity to show off your Parker hometown spirit. Plus, who doesn’t love the chance to be crowned one of the best-decorated homes in the area?
How to Participate
Participating in the contest is easy—decorate your house between October 24th and 31st. You can go all out with elaborate haunted house setups, eerie lighting, and spooky props, or keep it simple with fun and family-friendly designs. No matter your style, everyone has a chance to win!
This contest is about having fun, so don’t worry if you’re working with a tight budget or aiming for a more extravagant display—there are ways to make your home stand out no matter what! Here are some tips to get you started.
Spooky Decorating Tips
Whether you’re going big or working on a budget, here are some decorating ideas to help make your home a Halloween hit:
Budget-Friendly Spookiness:
- DIY Tombstones: Use cardboard or foam boards to create tombstones for a creepy graveyard in your front yard.
- Spider Webs: Cotton batting or string can be transformed into webs to drape across trees, bushes, and your porch for a haunting effect.
- Pumpkin Pathways: Place carved or painted pumpkins along your walkway or steps to create a welcoming glow.
- Ghostly Sheets: Hang old white sheets from trees or bushes for a simple and spooky ghost display.
All-Out Haunted House:
- Skeleton Armies: Using props from Spirit Halloween or Amazon, create an army of skeletons rising from the ground in lifelike poses.
- Fog Machines: Add an eerie atmosphere to your yard with a fog machine for that perfect haunted graveyard or swamp vibe.
- Animated Decorations: To give trick-or-treaters a memorable scare, consider adding animatronics like jumping spiders or talking witches from Home Depot.
- Lighting and Sound: Use eerie colored lights and spooky soundtracks to set the mood and immerse visitors in a chilling Halloween experience.
Where to Find Decorations
Whether you need a few finishing touches or want to go all-out, there are plenty of local and online spots to get your Halloween decor:
- Spirit Halloween: For everything spooky, from animatronics to costumes.
- Home Depot: Great for larger decorations like inflatables, tombstones, and lighting.
- Amazon: A one-stop shop for everything from spider webs to fog machines, perfect for quick and convenient shopping.
- Dollar Tree: If you’re decorating on a budget, Dollar Tree is a great place to pick up affordable decorations and DIY supplies.
Show Your Parker Spirit
This contest is more than just decorating your home—bringing the community together, spreading joy (and maybe a little fright), and celebrating the season with neighbors and friends. So, gather your family, brainstorm ideas, and plan the spookiest, most creative Halloween display you can!
Don’t miss out on sharing the magic of autumn and Halloween with your community. Whether your home will be the creepiest on the block or a whimsical, family-friendly display, now is the time to show off your Parker pride.