3 Easy Halloween Table Setting Ideas for Kids
If you’re looking to host a spook-tacular gathering this year I hope you find inspiration from one of these 3 easy Halloween table setting ideas for kids.
Each of these creative setups not only transforms your dining area into a simple Halloween wonderland but also includes a small activity to keep the kids engaged.
From interactive treats to ghoulish crafts these ideas will ensure that your Halloween celebration is fab-boo-lous!
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Whimsical Halloween Table Setting for Kids: Pink and Orange
Halloween is a time for spooky fun, but who says it can’t also be sweet and colorful?
If you’re planning a Halloween celebration for little ones (especially little girls!) why not add a dash of pink to the traditional black and orange this Halloween!
Setting the Table
I started with an orange tablecloth with black spiderwebs as my base.
Then on top of each plate I put a colorful paper plate with cute little ghosts dancing around.
On top of each paper plate was a mini cauldron filled with pink cotton candy topped with gold edible star glitter.
For an added surprise, I tucked a small broomstick inside each one.
To say this was a hit was an understatement!
After all when you’re the ages of 4 and 5 cotton candy and glitter are honestly what dreams are made of.
Nestled in each glass of orange soda was a “boo” straw.
For the centerpiece I gathered pumpkins in my color palette of pink, black, and orange.
I arranged them in the center to create a visually stunning display that tied the whole table together.
Kids’ Activity
Who doesn’t love a DIY activity that doubles as dessert!
At each place setting I had a cookie decoration kit.
The kit included basic sugar cookies, frosting, and mini cupcake liners filled with Halloween sprinkles.
I purchased pre-made white frosting and allowed the kids to add their own food coloring.
I then let the kids unleash their creativity as they decorated cookies not only for themselves but also for their hungry parents!
Get the Look
SOURCES: Halloween sprinkles | cotton candy | black and orange pumpkins | mini cauldrons | cookie platters | boo straws| mini cupcake liners | frosting bowls | pink pumpkins | gold star edible glitter | ghost paper plates | tablecloth | mini brooms
Enchanting Halloween Table Setting for Kids: Black and White
This year, create an enchanting black and white Halloween table setting for kids that combines classic spooky elements with a touch of magic.
Setting the Table
On top of a black and white Halloween themed tablecloth I placed some everyday white porcelain dishes.
On top of the dishes I placed clear glass pumpkins with battery operated fairy lights.
The soft glow of the lights created a magical atmosphere and a visually stunning effect.
I found some spider rings with colorful gems that I placed on the rim of each plastic skeleton drinking glass.
I then took black bats that had a claw clip and simply used the clip to attach them to the edge of each plate bringing in a classic Halloween vibe.
The centerpiece was a small black tree with little orange lights that casted a beautiful glow onto the small white pumpkins scattered below.
Kids’ Activity
I never met a kid that didn’t love slime so at each place setting I included a small container of slime.
Letting the kids play with the slime at my house was my treat to all the parents!
But quite honestly the real fun came with the potion making activity I had for each child.
I set out clear bottles with black and white Halloween labels along with an assortment of potion ingredients.
It is really just as simple as water, food coloring, feathers, confetti, and glitter to add some sparkle to the potions.
I encouraged the kids to mix their ingredients and create their own magical potions.
What I was worried would be a quick activity actually kept them occupied for quite a long time.
Get the Look
SOURCES: black cheesecloth | spider rings | light up black tree | potion stickers | black bats | slime | potion bottles | skeleton glasses | white pumpkins | tablecloth | fairy lights | glass pumpkin
Bewitching Halloween Table Setting for Kids: Purple
Opt for a bewitching table setting that includes purple spider webs and a creepy punch centerpiece ideal for ghouls and goblins alike!
Setting the Table
Start by setting the scene with purple spiderwebs draped across the tablecloth.
Stretch them out to cover the entire table, and for an extra creepy effect, sprinkle some plastic spiders throughout.
On top of the paper floral napkins, I included cocktail sticks with gummy eyeballs threaded on each one.
A fun and edible decoration!
Each place setting had a metallic canteen with a black and white straw that the kids could take home with them.
The punch became my centerpiece.
I started with a large clear punch bowl filled with homemade punch (your favorite recipe). I then added fruit and floated some grocery store flowers on top.
For a chilling effect I added ping pong eyeballs to the punch.
On top of each place setting I provided mini syringes filled with red liquid (you could use cranberry juice or grenadine) so the kids could inject a little “blood” into the punch.
Kids’ Activity
At each place setting was a packet of glow in the dark sensory foam.
I then provided each child with a small glass jars filled with colorful Halloween confetti.
The kids were able to sprinkle the confetti into the foam and enjoy the sensory play.
Get the Look
SOURCES: confetti | glass jars | floral napkins | mini syringes | ping pong eyeballs | sensory foam | skull canteens with straws | colorful spiderwebs | cocktail sticks | gummy eyeballs | tablecloth | punch bowl
Final words on creating these 3 easy Halloween table setting ideas for kids…
Gather your supplies, get creative, and prepare for a Halloween celebration that’s as memorable as it is magical!
