You are in for a night of monstrous fun with “Boogeyman Ball", a monster mystery game! A dance floor, disco lights, spooky treats, and ghoulish beats will get your guests in the mood to boogie all night long. Have your friends and family don their most nightmarish garb and get ready to solve the mystery in Droopy Hill. Its monsters versus zombies in this game that is fun for the whole family.
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Invitations and Characters
Setting the tone for your "Boogeyman Ball" mystery party starts with the invitations. Design spooky invites that resemble old, dusty scrolls or monster-themed envelopes. Make sure to include essential details such as the date, time, location, and a brief explanation of the theme. Encourage guests to come dressed as their character– witches, vampires, ghosts, werewolves, and more!
Did you know? Your download of the game includes an editable PDF invitation!
Setting the Scene
Transform your party space into a haunted Halloween mansion or try out this list of Halloween decor ideas. Use black, orange, and purple decorations, along with cobwebs, bats, and lanterns, to create an eerie ambiance. Dim the lights and play eerie Halloween music to complete the spooky atmosphere.
Get Boogying!
Engage your little monsters with an interactive game in between rounds. Our mystery game is set up to provide an optional break for other fun games or activities after the conclusion of the Introduction round. Consider curating a Halloween-themed scavenger hunt, race on a witch’s broom, or paint a funny face on a jack-o-lantern.
Snack Time
Every party needs delicious snacks, and all monsters have a sweet tooth. Serve treats that match the theme, such as "witch finger" pretzel sticks, "ghostly" marshmallow pops, or a healthy Halloween charcuterie board including “monster eyeballs” – aka grapes. Set up a mini-candy bar with a variety of spooky sweets for everyone to enjoy.
Photo Opportunities
Capture the memories with a photo booth area featuring Halloween-themed props. Provide monster masks, fun hats, and quirky accessories for kids to wear while striking their best monster poses. Create a backdrop that resembles a haunted castle or a misty graveyard for an extra touch of authenticity. Don’t forget the disco ball!
Awards and Recognition
Celebrate the participants' sleuthing skills and creativity with awards. Recognize various achievements, such as the best-dressed monster, the most innovative clue solver, and the grooviest dancer. Award small prizes like Halloween or monster themed stickers.
Still looking for more frightfully fun ideas? Find more inspiration for your family-friendly mystery game party on our Pinterest board.