Sending your college student a quick, surprise care package box with a few random snacks, or mailing an actual card at random intervals throughout the year is always appreciated (getting actual mail is ridiculously exciting for them.)
It’s time to step up to the big leagues when a special occasion is in play. Here are ideas for a Halloween care package with small treats and seasonally-inspired presents.
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Halloween college care package ideas
College students love Halloween. Whether away at school or taking classes at home, give them a little lift by celebrating this holiday with a festive care package. Here are some fun ideas and for more Halloween shopping, here’s the Amazon section with even more to choose from.
Candy and snacks
Wicked Good Cupcakes
Your college student will love getting a box of cupcakes in a jar to enjoy and share with roommates and hallmates. Available in dozens of flavors, including caramel apple, pumpkin spice, carrot cake, red velvet, and more.
Chocolate Candy (Amazon)
If you’re sending candy, make sure to buy in large quantities, like this big bag of chocolates so that they can share.
KIND Bars and Snacks
If you’ve not seen KIND’s wide array of bar and snack options, take a look now and create a custom snack care package with our favorite brand of health bars.
Cookies by Design Cookies
You might know Cookies by Design for their cookie arrangements of large, iced sugar cookies, but did you know they also deliver red velvet, chocolate chip, white chocolate macadamia nut, and oatmeal raisin, plus decadent chocolate and millionaire cookies?
Decorations
Jacko Lantern (Amazon)
A big light-up pumpkin is perfect for your kid who LOVES Halloween. This one is battery-operated and makes spooky sounds, too.
Halloween String Lights (Amazon)
String lights are one of the easiest types of instant decoration for a dorm or bedroom. If for the dorm, make sure they are allowed.
Lightweight décor for a dorm room, like these signs (Amazon)
Fun signs for a dorm door.
Yellow Caution Tape (Amazon)
Another instant decoration, yellow tape, is a classic for Halloween decor.
Glow-in-the-Dark Wall Stickers (Amazon)
These may never come down, even after Halloween is long gone.
Yoda Chia Pet (Amazon)
While not exactly a puppy, this cute Chia pet will thrill Star Wars fans.
Costumes and Halloween-ready outfits
Masks (Target)
Target has many adult masks, from the elaborate to the minimalist.
Face Make-Up (Amazon)
This makeup set looks perfect for artistic college students who want a unique Halloween look.
Inexpensive Wig (Amazon)
These come in a dozen colors and are well-priced for Halloween.
OPI Black Nail Polish (Amazon)
OPI black polish is a nice touch for this semi-scary season.
Jacko Lantern T-Shirt (Amazon)
Wear jeans or leggings, add this T-shirt, and the costume’s done.
Carhartt Beanie (Amazon)
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.
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 2023.
Halloween Pajama Pants (Amazon)
These Halloween pajamas are super cute and look super comfortable!
Orange Slippers (Amazon)
Slippers are ideal for walking around in a college dorm or apartment. Get orange to go with the theme of fall and Halloween.
More gift ideas
Halloween Mad Libs (Amazon)
I hope our kids never grow out of having fun with Mad Libs, and this one, for Halloween, is perfect for a college care package.
Halloween Stickers (Amazon)
Stickers are fun for college students because they can put them on their water bottles, laptops, notebooks, and more.
Pumpkin Spiced Lotion (Amazon)
In the fall, lotion is necessary as the cold can dry the skin. This lotion can be used on the hands and body and is enriched with shea butter, cocoa butter, pumpkin oil, and clove oil.
Pumpkin Cupcakes Gentle Foaming Hand Soap (Amazon)
College students can always use more soap, especially in a suite-style dorm or apartment. This Bath and Body Works gentle foaming hand soap is a sweet autumn treat of baked pumpkin, whipped vanilla frosting, and golden honey.
Pumpkin Face Mask (Amazon)
A great way for college students to decompress is by treating themselves to a spa-like face mask. This one is made with pumpkin enzymes.
Jack Black Lip Balm (Amazon)
When the weather turns cold, lip balm is necessary, and Jack Black is a top brand for guys, although ANYONE would love a set of these lip balms in a reusable tin.
Pumpkin Treats Hand Sanitizers (Amazon)
Hand sanitizer is always useful for on-the-go college students. This bundle of pumpkin sanitizers is great for the autumn season.
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