You could decorate your car like the Batmobile or another famous vehicle. You might want to opt for a spooky, classic theme, like a spiderweb, graveyard, or pirate ship. You could also go for a sweet, non-scary theme, especially if you’ve got little ones. Look to your children’s favorite Disney movies and picture books for inspiration. [1] X Research source
Road-safe decorations shouldn’t obstruct your view or other drivers’ views. They should be well secured, and shouldn’t block mirrors or windows. When in doubt, talk to your local authorities before hitting the road. [2] X Research source
Trunk or treat events, in which participants decorate their open car trunks and assemble in a parking lot for some trick or treating, are great opportunities to go all out on decorating a stationary vehicle. Keep reading to learn more about pimping your ride for an event like this.
Cut out scary teeth from white styrofoam or cardboard. Use colorful tissue paper to make bouquets of tropical flowers. If you’ve chosen an outdoorsy theme, you might be able to use natural materials like hay, leaves, rocks, and branches. [3] X Research source Visit DIY blogs and check out family craft websites for more ideas!
If your family members are dressing up as pirates, turn your car into a pirate ship! Have family members dress up as Harry Potter characters and decorate a Hogwarts-themed car. Create a Disney-themed car. Family members can dress up as their favorite Disney characters!
You can purchase these online, in a craft store, or in the craft section of superstores like Walmart or Target.
Some stores sell Halloween-themed string lights. Match the lights to your theme. If you are dressing up your car Luau-style, opt for lights shaped like flowers.
If your car is parked, you can turn your “ghost passenger” into a “ghost driver” by placing it behind the wheel.
If your car is jungle-themed, you could buy animal print covers.
If your car is Disney-themed, put a few Disney princess figurines on your dashboard.
Again, you can pick music that works with your theme. For example, play the Harry Potter movie soundtrack to bring your Hogwarts-themed car to life!
Remember that you’ll need fewer decorations for a smaller vehicle. If you have a big truck, you may be able to create an elaborate barnyard scene, but a smaller car may only have room for a few statement decorations, like a miniature pig pen and some stuffed animals.
Fill your entire pick-up truck bed with fall leaves to create a charming autumn scene. For a sea-themed car, hang netting from your roof and doors. You can put decorations in front of your trunk, too. For a hoedown-themed car, try placing a small hay bale on the ground in front of your trunk display.
Pick a color that matches your theme. If you are doing a creepy graveyard, a black liner is great. However, for a Candyland-themed trunk, you might want to go for something a little brighter.
If your car is McDonald’s-themed, try building a cardboard storefront in front of your trunk. Build a cardboard mast on top of your car to create a fearsome pirate ship. Check out blogs and craft websites for tons of amazing trunk or treat inspiration!
You can sprinkle the candy around your trunk or place it in a themed container. A pirate-themed trunk might have candy “booty” in a treasure chest. Is your trunk cookie-monster themed? Give out chocolate chip cookies!
Kids might “fish” for candy pieces in an ocean-themed trunk. If you have a soccer-themed car, have kids score “goals” with pieces of candy.
Jaws music is perfect for a Jaws-themed car!
