Looking for a fun way to get into the Halloween spirit this year? Why not try “You’ve been booed!” A neighborly tradition that is simple, easy, and sure to bring a smile to everyone involved. Let’s get into on how to start the tradition in your neighborhood, what to give as a gift, and even provide you with a free printable so you can get started right away!
The “You’ve Been Booed Halloween Tradition”
You’ve been booed is a fun neighborhood tradition that is perfect for getting everyone into the Halloween spirit! It’s simple, easy, and best of all- it’s free! Here’s how it works:
Each household participating secretly leaves a small gift on the doorstep of another household. The gift usually consists of Halloween candy or cookies and a “You’ve been booed!” sign or printable (which you can find for free in this post!)
The idea is to not get caught “booing” someone, so it’s best to do it late at night or when you know the homeowners will be out. Once a household has been “booed”, they hang their sign on their front door to let everyone know. Then, that household is responsible for “booing” two other households within the next few days. And the tradition continues until everyone in the neighborhood has been “booed”!
Why it’s fun!
What’s not to love about this tradition? It’s a great way to spread some holiday cheer and get to know your neighbors a little better. And it’s the perfect opportunity to show off your creative side by coming up with fun treat for each household you choose.
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How it works
You’ve been booed is a fun neighborhood tradition that is perfect for getting everyone into the Halloween spirit! It’s simple, easy, and best of all- it’s free! Here’s how it works:
- Get goodies–Halloween candy, a decorated bag, or even homemade cookies.
- Print out the tags–You can find a “You’ve been booed!” sign or printable at the end of this post.
- Attach the tags–Tie them onto the goodie bags with ribbon, string, or tape.
- Deliver the gifts–Leave them on doorsteps late at night or when you know the homeowners will be out. Ding dong ditch, and don’t get caught!
- Once a household has been “booed”, they hang their sign on their front door to let everyone know. Then, that household is responsible for “booing” two other households within the next few days.
Get your free “you’ve Been Booed” printable!
Tips and tricks
Need more ideas? Here are some tips and tricks for making the most of your You’ve been booed experience:
Grab fun treats to give away
Here are some fun ideas:
- Halloween candy/treats
- Stickers
- Glowsticks
- Treat mixes or sprinkles
- Halloween socks
- Halloween movies
- Halloween books
- Face paints
- S’mores supplies
- Bubbles
- Homemade treats
I love these adorable Halloween Ghost Cookies from Nicole at Organized Chaos Blog! They would make a fun homemade treat to give away to friends or neighbors when it’s Booing season!
- Silly string
- Halloween craft kit
- Vampire teeth and toys
- Pencils
- Flashlights
- Trick or treat bags
- Halloween décor
Involve your kids
Let them help with coming up with gift ideas, making the tags, and delivering the gifts.
Go when it’s dark
It’s more fun that way. You can even get dressed up in dark clothes so that you don’t get caught!
Keep it simple (if you want)
It can be as simple or as complicated as you want! Don’t feel like putting together a big basket of treats? Don’t! Add a simple bag of candy to the “You’ve been booed!” sign and you’re all set.
Start early
You can start early October so it can spread throughout the month, or wait until closer to Halloween. This is such a fun tradition that is perfect for getting everyone into the Halloween spirit!
Are you inspired to start your own “You’ve been booed” tradition in your neighborhood? Be sure to download the free printable so you can get started right away. And if you have any tips or tricks for making the most of this fun tradition, be sure to leave them in the comments below! Happy October!
I am unable to get the printable. I have subscribed several times. May I please get it? I’d love to BOO a neighbor.
Yes! Look for it in your email! Let me know if you don’t get it!