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31 Best Halloween College Care Package Ideas

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Halloween is a holiday that college students love to celebrate. Parents can help add to the festive atmosphere by sending a Halloween treat or a themed college care package with costumes, decor, and lots of treats to share.

Halloween is a perfect time to send a college care package. (Shutterstock: JeniFoto)

Halloween college care package ideas

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1. Microwavable Silicone Popcorn Popper

If your college student has access to a microwave, this silicone popcorn popper would be a great way for them to make popcorn for a snack in the dorm. It is collapsable, does not need oil, and is dishwasher safe, too.

2. Urban Accents Movie Night Popcorn and Seasonings Kit

Why not treat your college student to a variety of popcorns and flavorings pairs well with the silicone popper above)? Includes three bags of popcorn and flavorings: White Cheddar, Sweet & Salty Kettlecorn, Chili Lime, Buttery Caramel and Sizzling Sriracha.

3. Ceramic Mugs – Set of 2

This pair of oversized orange mugs for your college student and their roommate would be perfect in a Halloween college care package. Dishwasher and microwavable safe, they can be used for any hot beverage or soup.

4. Squishmallows Cow Bat

For your teen who loves squishmallows, this Cow Bat would make a unique addition to their collection.

5. Halloween Countdown Calendar

Make the fun of Halloween last for longer than just one night with this countdown calendar from Williams Sonoma. Behind 13 doors, find treats including candy corn, gummies, caramels and a hand-decorated sugar cookie.

6. Wicked Good Cupcakes

Your college student will love getting a box of cupcakes in a jar to enjoy and share with roommates and hallmates. Fall flavors include Pumpkin Spice, Caramel Apple Streusel, Chocolate Hazelnut, Mocha, Hot Cocoa, and S’more.

7. Popcorn Factory Tin

Who doesn’t love popcorn especially when the choice includes butter, cheese and caramel popcorn. This is a 3 1/2 gallon tin so there is plenty to share.

8. Popcorn Factory Individual Bags

Same great treats are packaged in individual servings. 25 bags of butter, caramel and cheese flavored popcorn.

9. Collegebox Healthy Snack Box

This box is full of (relatively) healthy snacks to send for Halloween. Included are some of my family’s favorites – Skinny Pop popcorn, Terra chips, plus these bars – KIND, NutriGrain, Nature Valley, and Fig among many other goodies. With 35 pieces, this box is meant for sharing.

10. Chocolate Candy

If you’re sending candy, make sure to buy in large quantities, like this big bag of chocolates with 80 pieces so that they can share.

11. Buttercream Frosted Pumpkin Cookies

These yummy cookies with buttercream frosting would make any college student happy.

12. Owala Water Bottle

Owala water bottles are wildly popular and come in loads of pretty colors. We think this one in “Tropical” would be a very cheerful gift for your student.

13. Halloween String Lights

String lights are one of the easiest types of instant decoration for a dorm or bedroom and these little pumpkin bulbs are so cute. 10 ft, battery operated with a remote and a timer.

14. Yoda Chia Pet

This cute Chia pet will thrill your Star Wars fan and the orange base color is a perfect touch of fall for their dorm.

15. Bettlejuice Press On Nail Kit

These press on nails are a must have for anyone looking to emulate the unique look from the Bettlejuice movie.

16. Laura Geller New York Eye Shadow Palette

For a more natural look that can still be dramatic, Laura Geller’s palette includes 14 shades of both matte and shimmer finishes.

17. Silk Wig

These silk wigs are available in seven colors and are well-priced for Halloween.

18. OPI Black Nail Polish

OPI black polish is a nice touch for this semi-scary season.

19. Jacko Lantern T-Shirt

Wear jeans or leggings, add this T-shirt, and the costume’s done. Also available in sweatshirt styles in black and in orange.

20. Carhartt Beanie

A Carhartt beanie may be one of the only hats our teens will actually wear when it gets cold outside. They come in dozens of colors, but a bright orange would be great for the fall.

21. Notes to Self Socks

This is one of our favorite sock companies for two reasons — the socks are cushioned without being too bulky, and each has a different inspirational word. “Brave” seems pretty perfect for Halloween 2024.