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Splash of Spooky

The website that shares fall and Halloween news every day of the year.

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  • What are influencer events really like (when you’re a Halloween blogger)?

    CHICAGO — Influencer events call for dressing your best and capturing tons of photos. However, the influencer landscape often centers around specific niches like beauty, lifestyle, mommy blogging and food. So, where does that leave a Halloween girlie like me? I’ve been going to more and more influencer events as Splash of Spooky continues to… Read the Post

    What are influencer events really like (when you’re a Halloween blogger)?
  • 10 reasons why Thanksgiving is the superior fall holiday

    CHICAGO — I have a somewhat controversial opinion: Thanksgiving is the superior fall holiday. Yep, you read that right. I genuinely believe Thanksgiving is better than Halloween. Don’t get me wrong—I adore Halloween. It’s fantastic, and there’s absolutely nothing wrong with it. I look forward to it every single year and make great memories on… Read the Post

    10 reasons why Thanksgiving is the superior fall holiday
  • What is Creepmas? The Christmas and Halloween mashup holiday explained

    CHICAGO — The jump from Halloween to Christmas may seem abrupt, but for spooky enthusiasts, it’s an opportunity to blend the best of both worlds. Let’s take a look at what Creepmas is all about. DISCLOSURE: This post contains affiliate links below. If you use these links to purchase something, I may earn a commission… Read the Post

    What is Creepmas? The Christmas and Halloween mashup holiday explained
  • McDonald’s Halloween Happy Meal Buckets returning October 2023

    CHICAGO — The McDonald’s Halloween Happy Meal Buckets that caused a social media frenzy last year are back for another round of spooky fun. Employees confirmed to Splash of Spooky that the plastic pails (sometimes called Boo Buckets) will be back in U.S. restaurants on Oct. 17 until Oct. 30. McDonald’s officially announced their return… Read the Post

    McDonald’s Halloween Happy Meal Buckets returning October 2023
  • What is a boo basket? The Halloween tradition explained

    CHICAGO — Boo baskets, or spooky baskets as they’re sometimes called, have made it into the mainstream, but they’ve been a spooky community staple for years. Boo baskets are a fun way to surprise family, friends, or coworkers with Halloween-themed treats and goodies. These baskets are typically filled with candies, toys, or other delightful spooky… Read the Post

    What is a boo basket? The Halloween tradition explained

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What are influencer events really like (when you’re a Halloween blogger)?

November 18, 2023

CHICAGO — Influencer events call for dressing your best and capturing tons of photos. However, the influencer landscape often centers around specific niches like beauty, lifestyle, Read the Post

10 reasons why Thanksgiving is the superior fall holiday

November 16, 2023

CHICAGO — I have a somewhat controversial opinion: Thanksgiving is the superior fall holiday. Yep, you read that right. I genuinely believe Thanksgiving is better than Halloween. Read the Post

What is Creepmas? The Christmas and Halloween mashup holiday explained

November 9, 2023

CHICAGO — The jump from Halloween to Christmas may seem abrupt, but for spooky enthusiasts, it's an opportunity to blend the best of both worlds. Let's take a look at what Creepmas Read the Post

McDonald’s Halloween Happy Meal Buckets returning October 2023

September 28, 2023

CHICAGO — The McDonald's Halloween Happy Meal Buckets that caused a social media frenzy last year are back for another round of spooky fun. Employees confirmed to Splash of Spooky Read the Post

What is a boo basket? The Halloween tradition explained

September 23, 2023

CHICAGO — Boo baskets, or spooky baskets as they're sometimes called, have made it into the mainstream, but they've been a spooky community staple for years. Boo baskets are a fun Read the Post

A look inside October Cafe — a Chicago coffee shop where fall never ends

September 17, 2023

CHICAGO — Chicago is now home to a coffee shop where fall never ends and pumpkin spice never goes out of season. October Cafe, located in the city's Norwood Park neighborhood, opened Read the Post

How did bloggers confirm the date of the Pumpkin Spice Latte before Starbucks officially announced it?

September 16, 2023

CHICAGO — Long before Starbucks officially unveiled the highly-anticipated release date of its Pumpkin Spice Latte and fall menu, vigilant bloggers managed to confirm the date before an Read the Post

Take a look at Starbucks’ new Halloween, fall cups

September 16, 2023

CHICAGO — Starbucks has released a new line of Halloween drinkware just in time for spooky season. The coffee giant, who is still deep into Pumpkin Spice Latte season, has released Read the Post

Predictions for the Top 10 Most Popular Halloween 2023 Costumes

September 3, 2023

CHICAGO — Halloween costumes are often influenced by current trends and pop culture moments. As we gear up for Halloween 2023, it's time to take a look at what's going to be the most Read the Post

Freeform’s ’31 Nights of Halloween’ is back for 2023. Here’s the full schedule

August 31, 2023

CHICAGO — Get ready for an October filled with spooky Halloween movie choices. On Thursday, Freeform released its 2023 schedule for its annual “31 Nights of Halloween,” and several Read the Post

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Hi, I'm Melissa

Welcome to the Splash of Spooky website. Here you will find Halloween and fall themed blog posts every day of the year. It's the one spot on the web where spooky season lasts all year and the pumpkin spice never runs out. If you're a fan of all things October, this is the place for you.

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Creepmas is a mashup holiday that merges all the c Creepmas is a mashup holiday that merges all the creepiness of Halloween with the elegance and magic of the holiday season. 
It’s gaining so much popularity in the mainstream nowadays. Let’s break it all down! 
🎥Full video on TikTok
✍️Read more about Creepmas in link in bio
Take a look at a fun new book series perfect for y Take a look at a fun new book series perfect for your holiday traditions.🎄🎅🏼❄️
 (Keep scrolling for a coupon code👀)
Oliver the Ornament is a seven-book series about one family’s collection of ornaments. The books follow one family’s entire Christmas season, starting on Thanksgiving and ending on Christmas. 
Every book tells how the different ornaments entered the family’s collection and teaches children valuable lessons like kindness, friendship and forgiveness.
The first six books are now available, along with the 11 corresponding ornaments. Book seven comes out next year.
Each story ends with a cliff-hanger, which leads into the next book.
The best way to enjoy these books? Getting the whole collection, reading one book a night then hanging that ornament on the Christmas tree.
The first book is sold as a gift set which includes the book and ornament for $29.95. The entire collection is on sale for $299.95.
🛍️Want to save on your order? Use the code MELISSA at checkout to save 10% on your purchase. 
#olivertheornament #joinshoutout
All I want for Christmas is for it to be Halloween All I want for Christmas is for it to be Halloween every single day ❤️🎃 #creepmas #spookyseason
This spooky gal had a blast at Jack Frost! 🎄☃ This spooky gal had a blast at Jack Frost! 🎄☃️
The holiday pop-up sprung up in Chicago’s Fulton Market neighborhood this year and it has everything you need for a fun winter night. 
Pickle and I loved the ice skating rink. Plus, their decor was TOP TIER throughout the entire place.
Thanks for having us @jackfrostpopup!
Jack Frost Pop-Up is a Christmas wonderland! 🎄❤️
We had a blast! I may be a big time Halloween girlie but @jackfrostpopup was so much fun.
This year, it’s in Chicago’s Fulton Market neighborhood and has tons of winter activities. 
Ice skating, holiday shopping, axe throwing, hot cocoa and so much more. ⛸️ 
Did I mention all the photo opps? This is a must stop Chicago spot❤️ 
👜: @backstitchbruja 
🎩: @charlieandlunaco
Santa Baby in Chicago’s Wrigleyville neighborhoo Santa Baby in Chicago’s Wrigleyville neighborhood has got to be the BEST holiday pop-up 😍 They go ALL OUT on the Christmas decorations. 
I spent the night there with gals from the @chicagogirlswhowalk crew! 🎁
#thingstodoinchicago
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  • What are influencer events really like (when you’re a Halloween blogger)?
  • 10 reasons why Thanksgiving is the superior fall holiday
  • What is Creepmas? The Christmas and Halloween mashup holiday explained
  • McDonald’s Halloween Happy Meal Buckets returning October 2023
  • What is a boo basket? The Halloween tradition explained
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