{"id":6868,"date":"2025-10-10T06:20:03","date_gmt":"2025-10-10T06:20:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.callie.com\/gift-ideas\/?p=6868"},"modified":"2025-10-10T06:20:04","modified_gmt":"2025-10-10T06:20:04","slug":"13-creative-activities-you-can-do-with-pumpkins-for-kids-during-halloween","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.callie.com\/gift-ideas\/13-creative-activities-you-can-do-with-pumpkins-for-kids-during-halloween\/","title":{"rendered":"13 Creative Activities You Can Do with Pumpkins for Kids During Halloween"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Every fall, as the air gets crisp and leaves start turning gold, pumpkins seem to pop up everywhere &ndash; on porches, in markets, even in the shape of cookies and candles. But when Halloween rolls around, those bright orange gourds become more than decoration. They turn into a kind of blank canvas for fun. And if you&rsquo;ve got kids, you already know how magical it can be to turn a simple pumpkin into a whole afternoon of laughter, mess, and creativity.<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Still, the same question comes up every year: What can I do with pumpkins for kids during Halloween besides just carving faces? Maybe you&rsquo;ve carved so many jack-o&rsquo;-lanterns you can do it with your eyes closed. Or maybe you want something that won&rsquo;t involve knives and pumpkin guts everywhere (because let&rsquo;s be honest, the cleanup is real).<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here are a bunch of pumpkin ideas &ndash; from crafts to snacks to games &ndash; that are perfect for Halloween and kid-friendly enough to enjoy without stress.<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>1. Paint Instead of Carve<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Carving is classic, sure, but for little kids it can be a bit much. Painting is easier, safer, and gives them endless room for creativity. You can use acrylic paints, washable paints, or even markers if you want less mess.<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here ae some ideas to get started:<\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Turn pumpkins into animals &ndash; cats, owls, or even a silly monster.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Paint each pumpkin a solid color and add googly eyes or stickers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use glow-in-the-dark paint for spooky nighttime fun.<\/li>\n<\/ul><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you want to make it extra special, set up a &ldquo;pumpkin art table&rdquo; outside. Spread newspaper, bring out all the paints and brushes, and let kids go wild.<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>2. Pumpkin Bowling<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here&rsquo;s a fun one for groups or parties. Grab a small round pumpkin (the smoother the bottom, the better), and use it as a bowling ball. Then, line up ten empty water bottles as pins &ndash; you can decorate them with Halloween stickers or draw faces on them.<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Clear a bit of space &ndash; a hallway, driveway, or even a backyard spot &ndash; and let the pumpkin bowling tournament begin. Kids love seeing how the pumpkin rolls and wobbles in funny directions.<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And if you want to make that bowling the most special, put some lights that turn your bowling or any activity into magic!<\/p><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1000\" src=\"https:\/\/www.callie.com\/gift-ideas\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/image-3.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6869\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.callie.com\/gift-ideas\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/image-3.png 1000w, https:\/\/www.callie.com\/gift-ideas\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/image-3-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.callie.com\/gift-ideas\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/image-3-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.callie.com\/gift-ideas\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/image-3-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/www.callie.com\/gift-ideas\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/image-3-600x600.png 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Source : <a href=\"https:\/\/callie.com\/happy-halloween-personalized-square-light-up-jack-o-lanterns-pumpkin-lantern?callie_ref=blog&amp;section=content&amp;type=text\">https:\/\/callie.com\/happy-halloween-personalized-square-light-up-jack-o-lanterns-pumpkin-lantern<\/a>&nbsp;<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>3. Pumpkin Ring Toss<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&rsquo;ve got pumpkins with stems, this is easy. Grab a few glow sticks (the bracelet-sized kind) or small rope rings and see who can toss them around the pumpkin stem. Turn off the lights for a glowing version, or make it part of a mini carnival if you&rsquo;re hosting a Halloween party.<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It&rsquo;s simple, cheap, and gives you a fun break between candy binges.<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>4. Make Pumpkin Slime<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kids and slime go together like Halloween and candy. If you want to do something sensory and seasonal, try pumpkin slime.<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">All you need is:<\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Pumpkin guts (yep, straight from the inside)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Clear glue<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A bit of water<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Saline solution or borax (for texture)<\/li>\n<\/ul><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Mix the glue and water first, then slowly add the pumpkin goo and your thickener. It&rsquo;s sticky, messy, and completely irresistible for kids.<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>5. Cook Together<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Pumpkins aren&rsquo;t just for decorating &ndash; they&rsquo;re delicious too. Cooking or baking with kids can be chaotic, sure, but it&rsquo;s also one of the most memorable ways to spend Halloween week.<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some easy kid-friendly recipes:<\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Pumpkin muffins. Let kids help stir and scoop batter.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Roasted pumpkin seeds. After carving, clean the seeds and season them with salt, cinnamon sugar, or even chili powder if your kids like a kick.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pumpkin pancakes. Add a bit of pumpkin puree to your regular mix and sprinkle in chocolate chips or cinnamon.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cooking teaches patience (and how to clean up afterward). Plus, your kitchen will smell amazing.<\/li>\n<\/ul><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>6. Pumpkin Scavenger Hunt<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hide a few mini pumpkins around your home or yard, and let the kids go hunting. You can paint numbers or letters on each one, or even write clues on sticky notes.<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To make it extra Halloween-y, use flashlights or glow sticks for an evening hunt. Bonus: you can sneak in some small treats inside paper bags with each pumpkin to keep them motivated.<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>7. Story Time with Pumpkins<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Grab a few pumpkins of different shapes and sizes, and use them as characters in a story. You can stick eyes, mouths, and arms on them using paper or craft foam.<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Then, gather the kids and tell a spooky (or silly) Halloween story using the pumpkins as your cast. Let them take turns adding plot twists or giving voices to the pumpkins. You&rsquo;d be surprised how much fun it gets when kids start making the pumpkins &ldquo;talk.&rdquo;<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>8. Pumpkin Tic-Tac-Toe<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Paint five pumpkins one color and five another. Then, tape or draw a tic-tac-toe grid on the ground using chalk or string.<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Take turns playing &ndash; first to three in a row wins! This works great outside, especially for small kids who might not sit still for long board games.<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>9. Pumpkin Memory Jar<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here&rsquo;s a more sentimental idea. Have each family member write down a favorite Halloween memory or something they love about fall, fold it up, and put it inside a hollowed pumpkin.<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can read them together on Halloween night or keep them for next year. It&rsquo;s a small way to build a tradition that grows sweeter every year.<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>10. Pumpkin Science Experiment<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Halloween is a great excuse for a little science. Try the &ldquo;pumpkin volcano.&rdquo;<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You&rsquo;ll need:<\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A small pumpkin (cut the top off)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Baking soda<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Vinegar<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A few drops of food coloring<\/li>\n<\/ul><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Scoop a bit out of the pumpkin, fill it halfway with baking soda, add some color, and pour in vinegar. Boom &ndash; bubbly pumpkin eruption!<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It&rsquo;s simple, safe, and full of &ldquo;oohs&rdquo; and &ldquo;aahs.&rdquo;<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>11. Mini Pumpkin Decorating Party<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&rsquo;re hosting a group, skip the knives and go for mini pumpkins. Give each kid one, plus craft supplies: yarn, paint, felt, stickers, buttons. Add music, snacks, and let them take their creations home.<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can even give little awards like &ldquo;funniest pumpkin,&rdquo; &ldquo;spookiest,&rdquo; or &ldquo;most creative.&rdquo; Kids love that recognition &ndash; even if everyone wins something.<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>12. Pumpkin-Themed Treat Bags<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Want to combine craft time with candy? Have kids decorate small orange paper bags with pumpkin faces, stickers, and names. They can use these as candy bags for trick-or-treating or fill them with goodies for friends.<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It&rsquo;s a simple project, but it lets them show off their creativity &ndash; and you get fewer last-minute &ldquo;where&rsquo;s my candy bag?&rdquo; moments before heading out.<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Wonder where you can find a customized treat bag? Here goes an option that every kid will enjoy :<\/p><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1000\" src=\"https:\/\/www.callie.com\/gift-ideas\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/image-4.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6870\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.callie.com\/gift-ideas\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/image-4.png 1000w, https:\/\/www.callie.com\/gift-ideas\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/image-4-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.callie.com\/gift-ideas\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/image-4-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.callie.com\/gift-ideas\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/image-4-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/www.callie.com\/gift-ideas\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/image-4-600x600.png 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Source : <a href=\"https:\/\/callie.com\/personalized-trick-or-treat-initial-halloween-bucket-with-name-handle-reusable-goodie-party-supplies-gift-for-kid?callie_ref=blog&amp;section=content&amp;type=text\">https:\/\/callie.com\/personalized-trick-or-treat-initial-halloween-bucket-with-name-handle-reusable-goodie-party-supplies-gift-for-kid<\/a>&nbsp;<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>13. Pumpkin Toss Game<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cut large holes in a cardboard box (different sizes), paint it orange, and decorate it like a pumpkin face. Then, give kids bean bags or rolled-up socks to toss through the holes.<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Each hole can have a different point value, and you can turn it into a competition or a team challenge.<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Halloween can easily turn into sugar overload, but with a little creativity, pumpkins turn it into something richer &ndash; hands-on fun, family time, and moments that stick.<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You don&rsquo;t need to spend much. A few pumpkins, some paint, and a bit of imagination go a long way. Kids don&rsquo;t care about perfect crafts or Pinterest-level decorations. What they&rsquo;ll remember is laughing with you, getting a little messy, and turning something simple into magic.<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">So this year, before you grab the carving knife, pause. Look at those pumpkins and think: What else can we make out of this?<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Because sometimes, the best Halloween memories don&rsquo;t come from the decorations &ndash; they come from the moments you build around them.<\/p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Every fall, as the air gets crisp and leaves start turning gold, pumpkins seem to pop up everywhere &ndash; on porches, in markets, even in the shape of cookies and candles. But when Halloween rolls around, those bright orange gourds become more than decoration. They turn into a kind of blank canvas for fun. 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