As Halloween gains popularity in Australia, there’s a unique chance to make it less commercial and more meaningful, rooted in family, community, and local celebration.

Here are three ways to turn Halloween into a true harvest fest that supports local producers and brings everyone together - ideas for 2025 and beyond!

• Farm-to-Table Feast

Transform Halloween into a community meal that celebrates local food. Families gather to enjoy dishes made from regional produce, dressing in costumes inspired by Australian food production, farms, and our farmers. This farm-to-table approach supports local farmers, minimises waste, and connects everyone with Australia’s seasonal flavours.

• Scavenger Hunt for Local Goodies

Host a Halloween scavenger hunt in a park or community garden where kids search for locally sourced treats.. Add educational clues about local crops and sustainable practices to make Halloween both fun and informative. Kids will build connections to the land while enjoying healthier alternatives to candy.

• Glow-in-the-Dark Farmers Market

Turn the farmers market into a Glow-in-the-Dark Halloween event with vendors offering Halloween-themed versions of their products—think ghost-shaped bread, local produce displays, and spooky arrangements. With glow-in-the-dark decorations and costumes encouraged, this night market becomes a unique, family-friendly Halloween celebration that promotes local food and businesses in a festive atmosphere.