Halloween Boo Basket Ideas | Free Printable Tag & Instructions

Boo Baskets are such a fun way to celebrate Halloween — and they don’t have to be just for neighbors! If you’d rather keep things cozy, you can start the tradition right inside your own home. Surprise your kids, grandkids, or spouse with a basket full of spooky treats, cozy fall goodies, or pampering little gifts.

Of course, you can still play the classic neighborhood version too. Traditionally, families secretly drop a Boo Basket on a neighbor’s porch including extra tags and instructions. The neighbor then passes it on by Booing another family, until the whole street is filled with Halloween cheer.

I put together Boo Baskets this year for our adult kids & grandkids, and they turned out so cute! I filled them with little fall surprises and made a coordinating Boo Basket printable set to share — you can grab it free below.

You can mix and match ideas to fit anyone’s personality — from playful to cozy or pampering. For my Boo Baskets, I had a great time shopping at our local specialty shops, farmer’s market, and seasonal craft shows to find unique items — but I also used Dollar Store finds for the baskets and small goodies.

I made some yummy trail mix for the hunters in our family who need snacks while sitting in their shooting shacks or stands. It's so fun to add special touches to each basket to match the recipient. Halloween is all about having a little fun and sharing the spirit of the season — and a well-curated Boo Basket is the perfect way to do it!

Here's a spread of some basket goodies before assembly.

Boo Basket Content Ideas

Cozy Fall Goodies

• Halloween or fall socks (pumpkins, bats, plaid, ghosts)
• Fall-scented handmade soap (apple cider, pumpkin chai, cinnamon)
• Fall-themed kitchen towels and potholders
• Mini fall mugs with hot cocoa packets or apple cider mix
• Fuzzy blanket or throw in fall colors

Halloween-Themed Fun

• Halloween scrunchies or hair clips (black cats, candy corn patterns)
• Cute ghost or pumpkin earrings
• Glow-in-the-dark nail polish or Halloween nail wraps
• Mini plushies (bats, pumpkins, ghosts) Sweet Treats
  
• Decorated sugar cookies (pumpkins, spiderwebs, candy corn)
• Caramel popcorn balls or a favorite snack

Other Yummy Treats

• Treat size candies
• Protein & granola bars
• Trail mix or nuts
• Restaurant or coffee shop gift cards

Relax & Pamper

• Face masks (sheet masks in spooky packaging are super cute)
• Lip balm in pumpkin spice, apple, or vanilla flavors
• Mini lotions or body sprays with fall scents
• Bath bombs (pumpkin, black cat, or glittery orange)

Just-for-Fun Extras

• Light-up jack-o’-lantern keychains or little LED tea lights
• Glow Sticks for safe Trick or Treating
• Colorful bead necklaces
• Halloween stickers or washi tape
• Mini notepads with spooky covers
• Small puzzle, word search, or coloring book with fall/Halloween theme
• Gift cards to favorite shops

FREE Boo Basket Tag & Instructions Printables

• “BOO!” Gift Tag — tie it onto your basket or bag for a festive finishing touch
• Instruction Sheet — a colorful, friendly note that explains how to share the fun

Just print, cut, and add them to your Boo Basket or Halloween gift bag — everything you need to spread a little spooky cheer!

Download your free tag & instructions here: Free Boo Basket Printables

More Halloween Printables from Artful Life Designs

If you love putting together DIY gifts and decorations like these Boo Baskets, you’ll find even more Halloween inspiration in our Halloween printables collection. From ready-to-print banners to editable sign & tag templates and bundles, our designs make it easy to create a coordinated Halloween look in minutes.

Printables are the perfect mix of fun, fast, and affordable — no waiting for shipping, no last-minute store runs. Just download, print, and celebrate! Whether you’re planning a party, decorating your home, or surprising someone with a treat, our printable bundles are a great way to save and get everything you need in one place!

Pin It for Later!

Don’t forget to save these Boo Basket ideas and free Halloween printables on Pinterest so you’ll have them handy next spooky season. And most of all — thanks for stopping by and letting us be a part of your Halloween fun!