Who thinks you need a budget for Halloween? It’s a fun occasion whether you’re hitting the town or taking little ones on a Halloween adventure it’s celebrated with parties, costumes, tricks and treats. The question is … Is there room in your current budget to cover the festivities? It doesn’t have to cost a lot to join in the fun. A few tips to help you stick to your budget:

• Create your costumes from thrift or craft stores (best one ever was made from two pieces of coloured poster board and 2 sheets of white paper – M & Ms anyone?)
• Dig deep inside your closet, there are probably some treasures to be found
• Keep the costume for another year
• Ask a friend to check their closet
• Get friends together for a potluck pumpkin carving party
• Halloween candy is available for less at larger stores
• Take transit or shared car services to and/or from a party

Be safe, have fun and watch out for little ghosts, goblins and witches trick or treating in the dark and rainy weather.