20+ Exciting Halloween Candy Alternatives

[Jennifer Bly]

As the parent of a child who has anaphylaxis dairy allergies, occasions like Halloween can be stressful. I want to make sure my child is safe. That is why I love it when people hand out Halloween candy alternatives.

I have also come to be on the lookout for teal pumpkin signs. The Teal Pumpkin initiative was launched in 2014. It means that non-food treats are available at that particular home.

Whether food allergies impact your family, or you don’t want all the junk food and candy in your home, you may be seeking out some non-food Halloween treat ideas.

Today, I thought I would share some exciting and creative Halloween candy alternatives with you!

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EXCITING HALLOWEEN CANDY ALTERNATIVES​

Colouring Books​

Colouring books are easy to find and inexpensive when purchased in sets or from places like dollar stores.

Stickers​

Stickers are a beloved treat. They don’t have to be Halloween-themed stickers, either!

Bouncy Balls​

What child doesn’t love a bouncy ball (although it might not be a favourite in the eyes of adults. *wink*)

Glow Sticks​

Kids LOVE glow sticks/glow jewelry. Plus, if they want to wear it trick or treating, it makes them more visible!

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Temporary Tattoos​

Temporary tattoos are loads of fun for young children.

Decorative Pencils​

Let’s face it—every kid uses pencils. Why not hand out some fancy ones? Pencils can often be purchased in large sets to keep costs down.

Special Erasers​

Fancy erasers are fun, too!

Toothbrush​

Okay, the kids may not like you for this treat, but it is practical! These toothbrushes are individually wrapped.

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Flossers​

Individually wrapped flossers are inexpensive and help keep kids’ teeth healthy!

Smelly Markers​

Why not purchase several sets of smelly markers and hand out one per child? Kids LOVE smelly markers!

Writing Journals​

Writing journals are a great alternative to treats and can be purchased from dollar stores or during back-to-school sales.

Bubbles​

Bubbles are loads of fun, regardless of the child’s age!

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Playdough​

Mini playdough containers are inexpensive and a great way to spark a child’s creativity.

Containers of Slime​

Slime is a great non-food treat for the older kids!

Activity Pads​

Activity pads are fun and can last for a few weeks after Halloween has passed.

Rings & Necklaces​

Rings and necklaces are fun items to give away. I find the Halloween-themed ones go over BIG with the kids!

Cookie Cutters​

A cute cookie cutter is a fabulous item for the kiddos!

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Bubble Bath or Bath Bombs​

Everyone needs to take baths, right?! These little bath bombs are especially cute!

Playing Cards​

Kids can play all sorts of games with playing cards!

Flower/Herb Seeds​

We live in an area where snow usually settles on the ground around Halloween. However, herbs can be grown indoors, or the seeds can be saved until next spring! These paper seed cards are the cutest!

Sidewalk Chalk​

If it hasn’t snowed yet, sidewalk chalk is a fun item to give away to your trick-or-treaters!

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Hair Combs​

Why not give out brand new hair combs?!

Hatch and Grow Dino Eggs​

Kids love these dino eggs that you hatch and grow!

Money​

This one is a hit with the older kids. Who doesn’t want to find some change in their Halloween bag?!

While this list isn’t exhaustive, I hope it spurs some non-food Halloween treat ideas for you!

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