Galloween: A Girls’ Night That’s to Die For

Everyone loves Halloween, but how about Galloween — the girls’ night rebrand of Halloween you didn’t know you needed. Think a little mystery, a lot of laughter, and drinks that look too good to be scary. It’s part ritual, part celebration, and all about savouring the season with your favourite people (and the perfect cocktail in hand).

Here’s your guide to hosting a Galloween soirée that feels cozy, chic, and just the right amount of wicked.

The secret to a good Galloween? Ambience. It’s all about creating that cozy-meets-cinematic glow that makes your space feel like the main character. Dim the lights, cue the candles, and turn your living room into a moody movie set.

The essentials:

• Candles or twinkle lights to cast that soft, golden glow

• Décor that feels like you — whether that’s moody and dramatic or timeless and classic

• A playlist that blends witchy and feminine energy: think Stevie Nicks, Lana Del Rey, and a touch of early-2000s nostalgia

Pro tip: The magic’s in the details — a soft glow, a curated playlist, and a drink that looks as good as your tablescape.

Every good coven needs cocktails — ours just happen to be barista-level and effortlessly crafted with Teaspressa Luxe Mixer Cubes. This is where the magic happens: the clinking of glasses, the laughter, and a few too many “taste tests.”

Menu inspo:

• Pumpkin Cheesecake Martini — sweet, spiced, and unapologetically indulgent.

• Flannel & Spice Mulled Wine — cozy, aromatic, and best enjoyed with your favourite ghouls.

• Cranberry Apple Cider Mule (Mocktail) — crisp, tart, and perfectly refreshing.

Set up a DIY Potion Bar where each guest brews her own creation. Have fun labeling ingredients like spell components — pumpkin crème elixir anyone? Because half the fun is in the mixing — and a little naming magic never hurt.

Stir up some witchy fun with a Shimmer Tallboy — create a sparkling punch bowl version of your go-to drink that’s equal parts glam, festive, and spellbindingly good.

You can’t conjure good vibes on an empty stomach. Keep it simple, but make it aesthetic — small bites that taste as good as they look.

A few pairings to serve with your potions:

• Charcuterie with fig spread, spiced nuts, and dark chocolate accents

• Mini pumpkin cheesecakes or caramel apple bites

• Spiced roasted nuts and herbed popcorn mix — sweet, salty, and endlessly snackable (a must for any girls’ night potion pairing)

Bonus points for styling everything on a black marble or slate board — spooky, but make it sophisticated.

Once the drinks are flowing and the candles are flickering, it’s time for the best part — letting the night unfold. Galloween is all about good company, great drinks, and just the right amount of playful chaos.

Ideas for your Galloween lineup:

• Movie Marathon Moment — whether your vibe is horror flicks or timeless favourites like Hocus Pocus, turn your living room into a cozy theatre.

• Girls’ Night Game Hour — Classic games with a spooky twist — Truth or Scare, anyone?

• Costume Remix — ditch the store-bought looks and challenge everyone to create a costume using what they already own.

Because honestly, the best part of Galloween isn’t the setup or the snacks — it’s the laughter, the outfits, and the inside jokes that last long after the night ends.

So here’s your sign to gather the girls, pour the potions, and make a little mischief. Galloween isn’t about perfection — it’s about celebrating friendship, flavour, and that extra sparkle that happens when you mix intention with indulgence.