Virtual Halloween Events for Work: DIY Ideas for Remote Teams

Missing your usual office holiday parties?

Remote work doesn’t mean skipping the fun. Virtual Halloween events for work—whether a full party or a quick happy hour—are a great way to boost team spirit. With costumes, themed snacks, and spooky Zoom backgrounds, your team can celebrate from home with less stress and easier planning.

A few quick tips for your DIY virtual Halloween event:

• Pick a theme: classic Halloween, zombies, witches—anything goes.
• Encourage costumes and consider a prize for the best one.
• Send creative invites with snack or mocktail ideas.
• Suggest themed virtual backgrounds or light desk decorations.
• Include team-building games to keep the energy up.

Whether your team has an hour or an afternoon, there’s a virtual Halloween event idea to match.

Virtual Halloween Events for Work: Bingo Game

Bingo is an easy and quick game to play that can easily be themed for Halloween and transitions nicely to a virtual environment. This classic game is suitable for all skill levels and can be adapted to match any theme you like. To create a Halloween bingo board, select a variety of spooky photos and or sayings/ quotes to match your specific theme. Use these images and sayings/ quotes in place of letters and numbers. Email this custom board out to your team in advance so that they have ample time to print it out before the party. Consider prizes for those who win to encourage participation. 

Spooky Office Trivia: Virtual Halloween Quiz for Teams

A virtual team quiz gives your remote team the chance to work together and put their knowledge of spooky pop-culture to the test. A team quiz game is another great inclusive game that accommodates all skill levels. To give your quiz game a Halloween twist, consider putting together clues (by words, sounds,  visuals or a mix of all three) based on some of the following themes:

• Name the Halloween movie quiz (Nightmare before Christmas, Nightmare on Elm Street, Frightneers, Hocus Pocus, Friday the 13th, Interview with the Vampire, Frankenstein, Dracula, Clue). Try to select a wide range of movies so that most people would have at least seen 2 or 3 from the mix and are able to contribute to the trivia. 
• Match the Halloween lore quiz ( Darcula, Frankenstein, Werewolves, The BoogeyMan, Witches, All Hallows Eve)

DIY Virtual Scavenger Hunt: Halloween Fun for Remote Employees

Scavenger hunts are another great team building event for your remote team. One that can be easily adapted to any theme like Halloween. Transform your basic list scavenger hunt into a Halloween costume hunt. Select a simple costume idea that can easily be created at home with household items that everyone will have or can improvise for. See who can find all of the pieces and get their costume on the fastest! Some costume ideas include:

• Ghost: white sheet or pillowcase, your unfinished business ( dirty dish, dirty laundry, empty pet bowl), and an excellent “BOO!” to really sell it
• Witch: pointy hat, long nose (cucumber, pen), and a creepy cackle
• Vampire: fangs (carrots, pretzels, pencils), black cape (black sheet, black jacket, fancy shirt with the collar up), and your best evil laugh
• Pumpkin: orange shirt or pillow case, green stem (piece of lettuce, green sock, green hat), a lantern to make you glow (lamp, flashlight, flashlight from your phone)

Looking to do something more advanced for your team building event? Remote team building events don’t have to be hard or time consuming with the right planning. Let the crew at Breakout IQ provide the support and guidance you need for your next virtual team building adventure.

Virtual Escape Room: Halloween Edition

Transform your virtual Halloween event into an immersive adventure with BreakoutIQ’s Virtual Escape Room. Teams collaborate to solve puzzles and unravel mysteries in a themed setting, such as the “Entertainers Escape,” where participants pursue art thieves across a digital landscape. This engaging activity fosters teamwork and problem-solving skills, making it an ideal choice for remote teams seeking a thrilling experience during their Halloween celebration.

Virtual Murder Mystery: Unmask the Culprit

Add a suspenseful twist to your virtual Halloween party with a Virtual Murder Mystery. Participants assume roles, gather clues, and work together to identify the perpetrator in a captivating storyline. This interactive experience not only entertains but also enhances communication and collaboration among team members, making it a perfect fit for virtual Halloween events for work.

Virtual Office Yoga: Spooky Stretch Session

Incorporate wellness into your Halloween festivities with a Virtual Office Yoga session. Led by BreakoutIQ’s health and wellness experts, this activity offers a relaxing break from the day’s excitement. Participants can engage in themed stretches and mindfulness exercises, promoting relaxation and well-being amidst the Halloween fun.