Halloween is all about costumes, creativity, and community fun, but it doesn’t have to be all about the sugar. Whether you’re looking for allergy-friendly alternatives, classroom-friendly goodies, or just want to mix it up this year, here are some non-candy Halloween treats that are just as exciting (and maybe even more memorable!) for kids of all ages.
These spooky-season swaps are fantastic for trick-or-treaters, classroom parties, goodie bags, or neighborhood events.
- Glow Sticks & Light-Up Accessories
Glow sticks, light-up rings, and bracelets are not only fun, they also help keep kids visible while trick-or-treating at night. They’re a crowd favorite for safety and style.
- Pokémon™ Card Packs
Mini packs featuring Halloween-themed Pokémon cards are perfect for little collectors. They’re fun, exciting, and sugar-free, a great surprise in every pack!
- Mini Play-Doh® Containers
Mini tubs of Play-Doh or other modeling clay let kids get creative and are wonderful for small hands. Bonus: they double as a calming, post-party activity. - Stickers & Temporary Tattoos
Spooky or silly, Halloween-themed stickers and temporary tattoos are a hit with kids of all ages. They’re fun, safe, and easy to include in treat bags. - Fidget Toys
Pop-its and fidget tubes are excellent sensory toys that help kids self-regulate. They’re compact, colorful, and endlessly fun to squeeze or pull. - Notepads & Pencils
Halloween-themed notepads and pencils make useful (and festive) goodies. Ideal for practicing fine motor skills like writing and drawing and sensible for classroom parties too. - Bubbles
Mini bottles of bubbles bring instant joy. They’re amazing for outdoor events or daytime trick-or-treating and work well for kids of all ages.
- Finger Puppets
Encourage imaginative play with Halloween-themed finger puppets. Well-suited storytelling and pretend play, especially for preschool and early elementary ages.
Candy might be the classic go-to, but these creative treats can add something extra special to your Halloween celebration! These sweet goodies are sure to encourage kids to play, imagine, and express themselves without any sugar.
Give some of these ideas a try this year and make your Halloween memorable in all the best and spookiest ways.