Midrange to high budget—If you have the bucks, go all out and spend up to $25 per person. Heck, spend more if Halloween is your favorite holiday and you can afford to break the bank. You don’t have to go nuts with the planning; it’s quite possible to have a great party on a smaller budget. However, to throw a really great Halloween party, you’ll probably need to spend at least $12 a person, so plan accordingly. Your spooky house venue—Although some Halloween aficionados turn their entire homes into haunted houses, you might not have the budget to do so. At the very least, spiff up your main party area (living room, back yard), bathroom, and entryway, and add small, thematic touches to other, less-frequented areas, such as the kitchen, office, or bedroom. Guest List and Invitations Your guest list should include your entire address book. Halloween is one of those great holidays that almost everyone enjoys celebrating. Share the fun with your friends, neighbors, family, and co-workers—even your nanny or dog walker! After you set your budget, invite as many people as you can swing—also be prepared for any number of extra guests because Halloween parties usually attract posses. Paper Halloween invitations can be a lot of fun to send out. If you have the inclination, make your own! Here’s an easy idea: