Halloween Is Upon Us! Use These 13 Boo Basket Ideas to Gift Your Loved Ones a Spellbinding Surprise (2024)

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One thing about us is we’ll never pass up an opportunity to give a themed gift. And boo baskets are a perfect way to gift our loved ones a bunch of fun, sweet, cozy fall- and Halloween-themed products, packed into a cute little (or large) bag.

We’ve been seeing boo baskets pop up all over TikTok, and it didn't take long for us to start considering who we were going to gift and what we wanted to put in their basket. And with that, we headed to Amazon, ready to build our boo baskets. So, if you, too, are ready to put together a fun, seasonal gift basket, then scroll on for thematic baskets, cute toys, and delicious treats adults and kids will love. Or, if you need more info on this trend, read on.

What Is a Boo Basket?

Chances are, if you’ve scrolled through your For You Page on TikTok recently, you’ve already seen plenty of boo basket inspo. But just in case you haven’t, a boo basket is, well, a basket full of seasonal goodies (though they can also house items like beauty products and books that aren't necessarily seasonal). This can include anything from blankets and candles to candy, cozy socks, plushies, and way more. You can make them for your partner, your parents, your siblings, your neighbors, your bestie, the kiddos in your life — pretty much anyone you might want to give a sweet, little gift to. It’s totally customizable, so feel free to pack it with items your giftee will love and appreciate.

How to Make a Boo Basket

Start by choosing your basket. If you’re planning to include items like a blanket, slippers, or a candle, you might want to go for a bigger basket. On the other hand, if you’re going for trinkety things, like candy, fidget toys, beauty products, and socks, you could opt for a trick-or-treat bag as your basket. From there, it’s totally up to you! Add any and all items you think your giftee will be excited about. Think of it like Christmas stocking stuffers, just for fall!

Now that you’re ready to put together a fab boo basket for your lucky giftee, scroll on to shop basket options — as well as all the cute stuff to include!

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For a Small Option

Oufegm Halloween Candy Basket

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For a Small Option

Oufegm Halloween Candy Basket

Let’s start with the all-important basket. This candy corn-coated one is such a cute choice if you’re looking for something a little smaller. Since this is a trick-or-treat basket, it's totally on theme and perfect for filling with candy, fuzzy socks, and little toys.

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For Larger Boo Baskets

Kigai Foldable Rectangular Halloween Storage Basket

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For Larger Boo Baskets

Kigai Foldable Rectangular Halloween Storage Basket

If you’re wanting a basket that’s a little larger so you can fit in a blanket, candles, and bigger toys or plushies, go for this one. With little ghosties saying "Boo!" all around it, this ghoulish basket fits the assignment.

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Fun Fidgets

Jofan Halloween Fidget Sensory Toy (4-Pack)

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Fun Fidgets

Jofan Halloween Fidget Sensory Toy (4-Pack)

Pack their boo basket full of fun, Halloween-centric toys and treats! This fidget toy set is totally cute, featuring four Halloween shapes: a ghost, a spider, a pumpkin, and a bat. Give all four to one lucky giftee or divide them up amongst a few baskets to spread the enchanting cheer!

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Crowd-Pleasing Cookies

Oreo Limited-Edition Orange Crème Chocolate Sandwich Cookies

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Crowd-Pleasing Cookies

Oreo Limited-Edition Orange Crème Chocolate Sandwich Cookies

Who doesn’t love an Oreo? This crowd-pleasing cookie gets a Halloween makeover in this limited-edition pack. Sandwiching orange-tinted cream, the chocolate cookies themselves are decked out with ~boo-tiful~ pictures and fun sayings on them. Honestly, these might not even make it into our giftee’s basket...

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For Cute Cuddles

Squishmallows Felize The Ghost Plushie

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For Cute Cuddles

Squishmallows Felize The Ghost Plushie

OK, OK, the plushie for your boo basket doesn’t have to be a ghost, but come on — how cute is this Felize the Ghost Squishmallow? (Answer: super cute.) It’s perfectly cuddly, can appeal to both kids and adults, and it’s marked down right now, so you can save a little coin. Win-win-win!

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If Halloween > Christmas

Funko Bitty Pop! “The Nightmare Before Christmas” Mini Collectible Toys

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If Halloween > Christmas

Funko Bitty Pop! “The Nightmare Before Christmas” Mini Collectible Toys

Now 20% Off

Those who already have “Kidnap the Sandy Claws” from The Nightmare Before Christmas stuck in their head know the vibes. This Bitty Pop! set features the movie’s villain, Oogie Boogie, and two of Boogie’s Boys, Lock and Shock.

Your giftee will also get a bonus figurine that’s one of four rare or hyper-rare characters, like the Harlequin Demon or the Mayor of Halloween Town with his smiling face on.

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For Toasty Toes

ODYQIG Halloween Pumpkin Slippers

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For Toasty Toes

ODYQIG Halloween Pumpkin Slippers

Now 46% Off

Upgrade your giftee’s slippers for Halloween. These slippers have a classic Halloween jack-o’-lantern on them, making them an amazing option for the pumpkin-obsessed. Plus, you can get them in white or black, depending on which will best fit your giftee’s aesthetic.

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For Cozy Fall Vibes

Homesick Autumn Hayride Scented Candle

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For Cozy Fall Vibes

Homesick Autumn Hayride Scented Candle

Now 25% Off

Infuse your boo basket with some autumnal vibes via this candle. It has warm spiced notes like spruce, nutmeg, cloves, and patchouli, and it has up to 80 hours of burn time. The person who can never have enough candles will be so excited to find this little surprise!

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For Snuggling in Style

SeaRoomy Checkerboard Throw Blanket

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For Snuggling in Style

SeaRoomy Checkerboard Throw Blanket

Now 26% Off

We truly believe you can never have too many blankets, especially when they’re this cute. This white-and-orange checkerboard blanket is such a fun addition to a boo basket since it works for both Halloween and fall overall. Just imagine snuggling up in this cozy blanket to watch Hocus Pocus!

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The Classic Candy

M&Ms Pre-Printed Halloween Candy

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The Classic Candy

M&Ms Pre-Printed Halloween Candy

It’s Halloween, so it’s only right to put some kind of Halloween candy in this basket. Both kiddos and adults alike who need their chocolate fix can appreciate some M&Ms. This 2-pound bag of classic milk chocolate candies features seasonal colors, messages, and pictures your giftee can enjoy all month long.

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For a Bathtime Treat

Two Sisters Halloween Bath Bomb for Kids with Surprise

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For a Bathtime Treat

Two Sisters Halloween Bath Bomb for Kids with Surprise

These bath bombs make for a nice budget-friendly addition to the boo basket — and they come with a surprise inside! For just $8, this bath bomb will give your giftee a relaxing bubble bath and a little toy.

There are 12 different options they could get, including a vampire, a black cat, a pumpkin, a witch, and a candy corn. Personally, though, we’re hoping for the little mummy.

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For Hydrated Lips

Chapstick Pumpkin Pie Lip Balm (3-Pack)

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For Hydrated Lips

Chapstick Pumpkin Pie Lip Balm (3-Pack)

’Tis the season for chapped lips. Help your giftee get ahead of it while also making the most of pumpkin spice szn with this three-pack of lip balm. It’s also just $4, which is particularly nice if you’re building this basket while ballin’ on a budget.

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For ‘Hocus Pocus’ Stans

Disney Women's “Hocus Pocus” Socks (5-Pack)

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For ‘Hocus Pocus’ Stans

Disney Women's “Hocus Pocus” Socks (5-Pack)

For under $10 right now, you can get this five-pack of Hocus Pocus socks to finish off your boo basket. That’s right, five pairs of socks for under $10! All of them showcase the witchy Sanderson sisters and their iconic cover of “I Put a Spell on You.” While we're at it, we might as well add a pack to cart for ourselves, too.

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FAQs

What do you put in a boo basket for adults? ›

Have a friend that just needs some pampering? Give them an excuse to enjoy some time alone with a Boo Basket filled with things like face masks, body scrubs, bubble bath, nail polish, epsom salts, bath bombs, and scented candles.

What is a boo basket on TikTok? ›

A boo basket is the latest TikTok trend doing the rounds this autumn. Think of it like an Easter hamper or a Christmas Eve box – it's filled with treats to help you celebrate the season.

What is in a boo basket? ›

How to make a Boo Basket
  • 1 basket.
  • 1 cozy item.
  • 1 mug.
  • 1 package hot drinks.
  • 2 fall or Halloween themed treats.
  • 1 soft plushie.
  • 1 heartfelt hand written note.
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What are boo buckets? ›

Boo Buckets were introduced to hungry Happy Meal customers in 1986. There were three designs: McPunk'n, McBoo, and McGoblin, styled after traditional jack-o'-lanterns and available only in the color orange. Wildly popular, McDonald's brought them back the following year, and for several years sporadically afterward.

What do you put in a boo bucket? ›

The contents of your Boo Basket can be tailored to whoever you're giving it to. Kids might like Halloween-themed craft activities and candy, whereas older friends might prefer foods with a more subtle Halloween theme, and cozy, autumnal items.

When to give a boo basket? ›

Some moms have a tradition of gifting boo baskets the week before Halloween or during the first of October. That way, your little goblin has plenty of time to enjoy their spooky spoils. Other moms hand over their boo basket at random. It's a great way to perk up a sick or sad kid or turn around a bad day.

How to build a boo basket? ›

Here's how to create your own Boo Baskets full of gifts this month:
  1. Find a festive basket, bucket, or bag to fill with treats.
  2. Print out a “You've Been Boo'd” sign to tape to the front of the basket. ...
  3. Fill the basket with an assortment of Halloween treats for your recipients.

What should I put in my boo? ›

But just in case you haven't, a boo basket is, well, a basket full of seasonal goodies (though they can also house items like beauty products and books that aren't necessarily seasonal). This can include anything from blankets and candles to candy, cozy socks, plushies, and way more.

How do you make a romantic basket? ›

Select a romantic movie, whether it be classic like Casablanca or The Notebook, include a packet of microwavable popcorn, his or her favorite movie candy and a bottle of white wine for the basket. Set the mood and snuggle up close and add a candle and a throw blanket that the two of you can get cozy underneath.

Who started the Boo basket? ›

TikTok creator @emmasemingson's video seems to be at the heart of the trend (though we can't say for sure whether or not she's the Boo Basket Originator, she definitely knows her stuff). See? Apparently, friends, you are entitled to a basket chock full of fall and Halloween goodies and we didn't even know it.

What is a burr basket? ›

A: A burr basket is a winter-themed alternative to traditional Christmas stockings, filled with cozy items and treats for a personalized approach to gift-giving. Q: Who are burr baskets for? A: They're perfect for creative gift-giving ideas during the holiday season.

How do you boo someone? ›

Booing people begins with a selfless gesture and spreads (if done properly) like a delightful plague. The most common booing method is to prepare delicious treats and goodies in a bag (or box) — complete with a “you've been booed” note — that is then sneakily dropped off to a friend or neighbor.

Why do people do boo baskets? ›

They're a fun custom of sharing Halloween goodies with friends and neighbors by secretly leaving a basket of treats on their front porch. Once the giftee has been “Boo'd”, they pass on the fun by creating another Halloween Boo Basket and gifting it to another neighbor.

What is the history of the boo basket? ›

It's basically a Halloween hamper packed with goodies for the spookiest night of the year. Originally, it was a fun way to give gifts to friends and family. Once they'd been 'boo'd', they then passed on the tradition, making a boo basket for someone else.

What is a boo basket from McDonald's? ›

You can get your hands on a Boo Bucket by ordering a Happy Meal at your local McDonald's. The Happy Meal options include; a hamburger or chicken nuggets with a side of fries or apple slices, and a drink of your choice.

Who gets a Boo basket? ›

One way to 'treat' your neighbors this fall is with a neighborly boo basket! If you're not familiar, a boo basket is a fun Halloween tradition where you secretly leave a basket full of goodies on your neighbor's porch. Then they pay it forward.

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