HONOLULU (KHON2) -- Halloween is next week, and there are lots of ways to celebrate. From going to dance parties to throwing your own party, there are so many options that its important to make our mark on the scene. Get Hawaii's latest morning news delivered to your inbox, sign up for News 2 You So, KHON2.com did a deep dive and found some of the most fun party theme ideas along with cocktails, mocktails and pupu selections that will delight and surprise your guests. 1. Stranger Things costume party Encourage guests to dress as their favorite characters from the series, complete with 80s-inspired outfits. Decorate with retro items and eerie lights reminiscent of the Upside Down. You can serve your strange guests with an Upside-Down Punch as your signature beverage. It's made with blue raspberry punch with vodka, lemon-lime soda and floating gummy worms for a creepy effect. Mocktails are all the rage. So, serve up an Upside-Down Spritzer. It's a mix of blue sports drink and lemon-lime soda, garnished with gummy worms and a slice of lemon. And no party is complete without some tasty pupu selections. Try these easy but fun foodie delights: Demogorgon Deviled Eggs: Classic deviled eggs topped with sriracha and black olives to create a spooky face. Eggo Waffle Bites: Mini Eggo waffles topped with peanut butter and banana slices, served with a drizzle of honey. Upside Down Fruit Skewers: Colorful fruit skewers with a mix of berries, pineapple, and grapes, presented upside down for a fun twist. 2. Barbie Dreamhouse Bash Inspired by the recent Barbie movie, guests can come dressed in their best Barbie or Ken outfits. Set up a pink-themed space with lots of fun, sparkly decorations and photo ops. You can serve all your Barbies a Pink Dream which is a mix of vodka, pink lemonade and a splash of grenadine, garnished with cotton candy for a sweet touch. Again, just omit the vodka for a fun mocktail. For a refreshing mocktail, try a Pink Lemonade Fizz. It's sparkling pink lemonade with a splash of cranberry juice and a garnish of fresh raspberries and mint. And some pupu options include: Pink Popcorn: Popcorn coated in pink candy melts and sprinkled with edible glitter. Barbie Burger Sliders: Mini sliders with bright toppings (like pink sauce) and served on pastel-colored buns. Sparkly Fruit Cups: Individual cups of fruit salad with a sprinkle of edible glitter for a magical touch. 3. Classic Horror Movie Night Showcase classic horror films like Halloween, Psycho, and The Exorcist. Create a cozy viewing area with popcorn, themed snacks, and creepy decor to set the mood. What's more classic than a bloody mary? It's a classic for a reason. You can add a twist with spicy tomato juice, vodka and garnished with celery and olives to give it a gory look. And its companion mocktail can be a batch of Creepy Crawler Punch. It's a blend of cranberry juice, ginger ale and a splash of lime juice, served with plastic spider decorations in each glass. You can complete the aesthetic with these pupu bites: Bloody Mary Shrimp Cocktail: Shrimp served with a spicy Bloody Mary sauce in shot glasses. Cheesy Eyeball Stuffed Olives: Pitted green olives stuffed with cream cheese and a slice of pimento for a creepy effect. Pumpkin Cheese Ball: A cheese ball shaped like a pumpkin, served with crackers and veggie sticks. 4. The Witcher Fantasy Feast Host a medieval-themed party inspired by The Witcher. Guests can come as witches, monsters, or characters from the show, and you can serve hearty, rustic foods and potions. A yummy cocktail that will surprise your Witchers is as easy as a Sorceress Sangria. It's a red wine sangria with dark fruits like blackberries and cherries, served in a cauldron-like pitcher for a magical vibe. And its companion mocktail is an Enchanted Forest Fizz. It's a mix of sparkling apple cider, elderflower cordial and a splash of lime juice, garnished with fresh herbs like rosemary. You can feed your hungry horde with these creations: Medieval Meat Skewers: Assorted grilled meats on skewers, seasoned with herbs and spices for a rustic feel. Herb-Infused Goat Cheese Crostini: Toasted bread topped with herbed goat cheese and roasted cherry tomatoes. Mystical Mushroom Caps: Stuffed mushrooms filled with garlic, herbs and cream cheese. 5. Hocus Pocus Reunion Celebrate the iconic witches of Hocus Pocus by encouraging guests to dress as Winifred, Sarah, or Mary. Create a magical atmosphere with broomsticks and cauldrons, and play the movie on repeat. With a little bit of magic, you can transform your witch's evening into a relaxing and upbeat experience with a batch of Witch's Brew. It's a green apple martini made with vodka, sour apple schnapps and a splash of lemon-lime soda, garnished with a slice of green apple. We can make this delight a mocktail, call it a Witch's Brew Mocktail; and make a green smoothie with spinach, apple juice and banana, served in a cauldron-style cup with a gummy worm. And satisfy any cravings of your guests with these yummy pupu: Witch's Finger Breadsticks: Breadsticks shaped like fingers, with almond slivers for nails and marinara sauce for dipping. Black Cat Quesadillas: Quesadillas cut into cat shapes and filled with cheese and black beans, served with salsa. Spellbinding Cheese and Charcuterie Board: A platter of cheeses, meats, and themed items like ghost-shaped crackers and pumpkin-spiced nuts. 6. A Beetlejuice Bash Get ready for a spooky, fun-filled Beetlejuice party! Decorate your space with black and white stripes, ghosts and eerie decorations to set the mood. You can set up a "Haunted Photo Booth" with Beetlejuice props and backdrops and play the Beetlejuice soundtrack for an immersive experience. What fun is a party for the dead without a cocktail? Try Beetlejuice Potion. It's a a vibrant and eye-catching cocktail that perfectly embodies the quirky spirit of the movie with vodka, blue curaçao, lemon juice, tonic water and black sugar on the glass rim. And don't forget the mocktail Ghostly Green Juice. It's mix of lime juice, lemon-lime soda, green apple juice, a splash of club soda and blackberries and mint for garnish. Of course, rather than brains, you can feed your zombie guests with these pupu delicacies: Mummy Hot Dogs: Wrap hot dogs in strips of crescent dough to look like mummies. Bake until golden and add tiny dots of mustard or ketchup for eyes. Worms in Dirt Cups: Make chocolate pudding cups and top with crushed Oreo cookies to create "dirt." Add gummy worms poking out for a fun and creepy dessert. Spooky Cheese and Crackers: Arrange black and white cheese (like cheddar and mozzarella) on a platter. Use a cookie cutter to create ghost shapes from the cheese. Serve with black olives for eyes! 7. Disney Villains Gala Encourage guests to dress as their favorite Disney villains. Decorate the space with dark, whimsical elements and serve themed cocktails or treats inspired by each character. An easy cocktail that will delight your villains is an Evil Queen's Elixir. It's a dark berry cocktail made with blackberry vodka, cranberry juice, and a splash of soda, garnished with blackberries. A companion mocktail to try is a Villainous Berry Mocktail. It's a blend of mixed berry puree, lemon juice, and soda water, garnished with a skewer of fresh berries. And you can create some reimagined Disney macguffins into pupu selections: Evil Queen's Poisoned Apple Bites: Apple slices dipped in caramel and topped with a chocolate drizzle. Maleficent's Croissant Puffs: Puff pastry filled with spinach and feta, shaped like horns. Ursula's Seaweed Wraps: Sushi rolls made with seaweed and filled with cucumber, avocado, and crab. 8. Superhero vs. Villain Showdown With the popularity of superhero films, guests can choose to come as their favorite superhero or villain. Set up a "battle" area for games and competitions between the two sides. A fun cocktail for a room full of superheroes is a Heroic Highball. It's a bright blue cocktail made with blue curaçao, gin, tonic water, and a splash of lime, served with a superhero-themed straw. You can easily make this one into a Hero's Highball mocktail by using a bright blue lemonade made with blue sports drink, lemon juice and sparkling water, garnished with a lemon slice. And here are some pupu selections that will feed your hungry heroes: Heroic Veggie Heroes: Colorful veggie skewers with a variety of fresh vegetables and a zesty dip. Villainous Meatballs: Spicy meatballs served with toothpicks and a tangy dipping sauce. Superhero Nachos: Tortilla chips topped with cheese, jalapeños, and served with a variety of salsas. 9. Classic Halloween Carnival Combine elements from classic Halloween culture by setting up carnival games with a spooky twist—think ring toss with skulls, ghostly prizes, and creepy clowns. When you're turning to a classic party idea, you need a classic cocktail. Try a Caramel Apple Martini. It's a blend of vodka, apple schnapps, and a hint of caramel syrup, garnished with an apple slice and a drizzle of caramel. And the mocktail is very similar with a Caramel Apple Cider. It's a mixture of warm apple cider and a splash of caramel syrup, served in a festive mug with a slice of apple. And these pupu options will help with the ambiance: Caramel Apple Bites: Mini apple wedges dipped in caramel and sprinkled with nuts or chocolate. Popcorn Balls: Sweet and sticky popcorn balls formed into fun shapes and wrapped in colorful cellophane. Creepy Corn Dogs: Mini corn dogs served with a selection of fun, themed dipping sauces. 10. Murder Mystery Dinner Host a murder mystery inspired by current crime dramas or classic whodunits. Guests can come dressed as characters from the story, and you can add a spooky dinner element to the evening. Your guests will have a great time getting into character with a Poisoned Martini. It's a gin martini with a splash of olive brine and a touch of green food coloring, served with a black olive for a sinister touch. And your guests can be delighted with a Mystery Mocktail. It's a dark cherry soda mixed with a splash of club soda and a dash of bitters (non-alcoholic), served with a cherry and a twist of lime. Feed your room of murderers with these pupu selectins: Clue-Card Cheese Bites: Cheese cubes with toothpicks, served with a clue card explaining the flavor profile. Murderous Meat and Cheese Sliders: Mini sandwiches with a variety of meats and cheeses, served on dark rolls. Ghostly Garlic Bread: Slices of garlic bread cut into ghost shapes, served with marinara for dipping. 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