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Halloween—a night of vampires, ghosts, tricks, and treats—often brings out a naughty side in us. Amidst our spooky celebrations, there are those who want to threaten your fun. Ghastly schemes, from unconventional vegetable treats to stolen decorations, can leave trick-or-treaters shaking their heads in disbelief.

So, grab your flashlight as we embark on a journey through some of the most infuriating times people have turned spooky fun into terrifying disasters. Explore bizarre incidents carefully collected by the Bored Panda team that remind us of all the things not to do during the spooky season. 

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Someone Smashed My Daughter's Pumpkin Last Night, So I Did Some Surgery After She Left For School. Frankenpumpkin Lives

Someone Smashed My Daughter's Pumpkin Last Night, So I Did Some Surgery After She Left For School. Frankenpumpkin Lives

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Undoubtedly, the most beloved aspect of Halloween is the glorious amount of candy consumed in a single evening. Not much could ruin it. Maybe except holistic Holly who thinks that her mission is to provide healthy alternatives to the pounds of candy children will be eating that night. Seaweed snacks, organic brown rice “treats” and raisins in a child’s trick-or-treat bucket can seriously earn you a spot on the blacklist of houses to avoid on Halloween. 

Similarly, getting hard grandma candies or lollipops in clear wrappers can also be a bit of a letdown. Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups, Twix, and M&M’s can significantly enhance your reputation as a neighbor amongst the kids. So it’s entirely up to you whether you ruin Halloween spirits with your mediocre treats or bring joy with quality chocolate candies.

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    Someone Stole My Friend's Pumpkin, And Someone Gave Her A New Pumpkin

    Someone Stole My Friend's Pumpkin, And Someone Gave Her A New Pumpkin

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    When you have a pile of sweets in your possession, the world feels right again. It was definitely not cool when your parents made you hand over your stash, preventing you from binging on it in one sitting or sharing your treasure with siblings who were too young to go trick-or-treating. Looking back, it was probably for the best that you avoided a sugar-induced coma and had to give away the least tasty candies to your sibling.

    #5

    Preparing The Golden Balls Of Disappointment For Halloween

    Preparing The Golden Balls Of Disappointment For Halloween

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    On Halloween, Someone Reported This House In Baltimore To The Health Department For Illegally Running A Restaurant Out Of A Residence

    On Halloween, Someone Reported This House In Baltimore To The Health Department For Illegally Running A Restaurant Out Of A Residence

    "Complaint SR: The complainant states that a restaurant is being run out of this personal residence."

    "Observations: The residence had a "human burger" Halloween decoration with a "Bob's Burgers" sign hung as a part of the decorations. No food is being served at the location. The complaint is not confirmed."

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    #7

    I Carved A Cute Face On My Halloween Pumpkin. A Squirrel Got Into It, And Now It Looks Like This

    I Carved A Cute Face On My Halloween Pumpkin. A Squirrel Got Into It, And Now It Looks Like This

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    Trunk-or-treat as a trick-or-treat alternative is quite unique, to say the least. This Halloween celebration takes place in a parking lot, where automobile trunks are filled with candy and children go from car to car, collecting sweet treats. Trunk-or-treat removes the joy of kids independently strolling around the neighborhood with their friends at night, shouting “trick or treat”, and feeling excited because they never know what costumes or decorations they’ll see or when they’ll hit the jackpot of full-sized candy bars. It’s best to skip trunk-or-treat if you appreciate the nostalgia and charm of good old Halloween.

    #8

    Happy Halloween? Found In My Kids' Bucket

    Happy Halloween? Found In My Kids' Bucket

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    #9

    This House Had A Really Cool Pennywise Decoration On Their Front Porch Last Week

    This House Had A Really Cool Pennywise Decoration On Their Front Porch Last Week

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    #10

    My Halloween Decorations Got Eaten By A Moose This Morning

    My Halloween Decorations Got Eaten By A Moose This Morning

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    hwatinternation
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    1 year ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    BP needs to chill out with their list names. The moose isn't a jerk for seeing food and eating it.

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    Replacing Halloween with JesusWeen or banning these celebrations in schools also detracts from the festive spirit. Today Halloween is considered a holiday for dress-up and fun, especially for children. The religious connotation of Halloween is long gone and we should lighten up, show our creative ideas, and indulge in some candy!

    #11

    They Are Going After Halloween

    They Are Going After Halloween

    "Attention Satanic Socialists. This is the home of the patriotic Christian family. We work hard and pay taxes.  We do not celebrate satan's day. We do not give away free candy to lazy entitled freeloaders. No handouts. Welcome to America. If you want candy get a job. And find Jesus."

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    #12

    An Anti-Vaxxer Group Is Trying To Get People To Pass Out Halloween Candy With This On It

    An Anti-Vaxxer Group Is Trying To Get People To Pass Out Halloween Candy With This On It

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    #13

    I Took My Kid Trick-Or-Treating Today. There Was A Lady Passing These Out To All The Kids And Saying, "Give This To Your Mom"

    I Took My Kid Trick-Or-Treating Today. There Was A Lady Passing These Out To All The Kids And Saying, "Give This To Your Mom"

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    Tamra
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Such a s****y thing to do. Don't use kids to hawk your c**p!

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    Wrecked holidays don’t bring joy to anyone, so why do people attempt to spoil festivities for others? Some lack empathy and fail to appreciate the significance of bringing happiness to others. Additionally, people might compare themselves to others and feel lacking, which distracts them from enjoying the present. It is also possible that such individuals can feel insecure when the attention isn’t solely on them. All these reasons can lead people to feel bad about themselves and ruin your beloved holidays.

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    #14

    I Paid $25 To Go To A "Halloween House" And This Was One Of The "Game Areas"

    I Paid $25 To Go To A "Halloween House" And This Was One Of The "Game Areas"

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    Fined And/Or Jailed For Trick-Or-Treating Over The Age Of 12

    Fined And/Or Jailed For Trick-Or-Treating Over The Age Of 12

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    #17

    Forbidden Candy Was Actually Found In A Child's Halloween Basket

    Forbidden Candy Was Actually Found In A Child's Halloween Basket

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    #18

    I Carved These 4 Yesterday. Unfortunately, The Boxer And Audrey II Got Stolen

    I Carved These 4 Yesterday. Unfortunately, The Boxer And Audrey II Got Stolen

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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That’s awful 😢 I hate it when people steal holiday decorations. Last year someone stole a wreath I made with my mum when I was 7 on Christmas Day.

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    If, for some reason, your Halloween spirit has been impaired or is lacking, here's some advice on how to bring it back from the dead:

    • Enjoy a scary movie marathon or carve a pumpkin, preferably while doing both at the same time!
    • Decorate your house with spooky lights, cobwebs, ghosts, bats, or any other haunting decorations you find fitting.
    • Spend some time this eerie season in the kitchen cooking up some Halloween-themed treats.
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    By following these simple steps, you'll resurrect the Halloween spirit in no time!



    #19

    Nursing Home Near Me Didn’t Think Through The Halloween Decorations

    Nursing Home Near Me Didn’t Think Through The Halloween Decorations

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    #20

    I’m In The UK, And My Pumpkins Were Stolen 10 Hours After I Put This Display Together

    I’m In The UK, And My Pumpkins Were Stolen 10 Hours After I Put This Display Together

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    #21

    Halloween Decorations Destroyed

    Halloween Decorations Destroyed

    My wife and I proudly display a bunch of skeletons at our home off Derby Square every year, and this morning we awoke—once again—to more property damage. There is no way to know if these folks are locals or just passing through, but please be respectful. We want to help tourists and residents alike enjoy Halloween without all our stuff getting broken. Also, they did this right in front of a security camera with a sign.

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    #22

    This Old Karen Asked How Serious We Were About The Satanic Church Because We Have An Inflatable Dragon For Halloween

    This Old Karen Asked How Serious We Were About The Satanic Church Because We Have An Inflatable Dragon For Halloween

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    My Local Lowe's A Full Month Before Halloween. Next Step: Permanent Year-Long Display

    My Local Lowe's A Full Month Before Halloween. Next Step: Permanent Year-Long Display

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    Crescent 3
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This must be a national policy, because my local Lowe's has looked like this since the first week of October.

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    #24

    Making Kids Pay For Halloween Candy

    Making Kids Pay For Halloween Candy

    "Trick-or-treat
    Good day to all you little ghosts + goblins. We're having a life lesson today. Nothing in life is free. I know you may think it is, but at this house, your treats will cost you 0,25. Boo
    Parents: you're welcome."

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    Tamra
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    God, these are pissing me off. It's one damn night a year for kids to dress up, have fun, and maybe score a few treats. They've got the rest of their lives when they'll have to pay for things.

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    #25

    My Brother Got A Can Of Cat Food In His Halloween Candy

    My Brother Got A Can Of Cat Food In His Halloween Candy

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    #26

    Tradition Of Wasting Food And Making My Children Hate Me So That They Don't Write Boring Memoirs About Me

    Tradition Of Wasting Food And Making My Children Hate Me So That They Don't Write Boring Memoirs About Me

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    Tamra
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looking forward to the memoir her kids write about her: "Mom's Struggles in a S****y Retirement Home".

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    #27

    Someone Was Handing Communion Cups Out To Kids Instead Of Candy Last Night (Halloween)

    Someone Was Handing Communion Cups Out To Kids Instead Of Candy Last Night (Halloween)

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    #28

    Getting A Packet Of Ketchup For Halloween

    Getting A Packet Of Ketchup For Halloween

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    #30

    I Work At A Sober Living Treatment Program, And These Are Some Of The "Prizes" My Coworker Gave To Our Clients At The Halloween Party Last Week

    I Work At A Sober Living Treatment Program, And These Are Some Of The "Prizes" My Coworker Gave To Our Clients At The Halloween Party Last Week

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    1 year ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I attended a Halloween party over the weekend and won a coupon for an expensive whiskey bottle. I don’t drink 😭😭 They couldn’t exchange it for a different prize but encouraged me to sell it to someone. Wish party prizes didn’t include liquor.

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    #31

    Went To The Store For Halloween Decorations - They've Replaced Them With Christmas Decorations

    Went To The Store For Halloween Decorations - They've Replaced Them With Christmas Decorations

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    LegendsNeverDIE
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I asked about this in my local store the other day and their response was, "well not everyone celebrates Halloween or does something for it so we just skip to Christmas" NOT EVERYONE CELEBRATES CHRISTMAS AND I ACTUALLY PREFER HALLOWEEN

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    #32

    My Wife Bought These Candy Eyeballs To Decorate Cupcakes For A Halloween Party

    My Wife Bought These Candy Eyeballs To Decorate Cupcakes For A Halloween Party

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    #33

    Mom Buys Halloween Light But Gets An Empty Coca-Cola Bottle Instead

    Mom Buys Halloween Light But Gets An Empty Coca-Cola Bottle Instead

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    Neighbor Karen Gets Triggered By Halloween Decorations

    Neighbor Karen Gets Triggered By Halloween Decorations

    So, my sister enjoys getting into the Halloween spirit and putting creepy decorations in her yard. One of those decorations happens to be a skeleton zombie baby. Well, apparently, this is super inconsiderate because sometimes babies pass away, and this trauma could be relived when someone sees a plastic zombie baby.

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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They could have turned around, walked away then called their therapist when they got home. But nope, gotta play the victim card in an attempt to control others. Must be a joy to be around this person.

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    #35

    Seems Like Cult Behavior To Me

    Seems Like Cult Behavior To Me

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    Tamra
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This, right here, is part of the reason for the huge backlash against Christianity and dislike of Christians. Keep your crazy to yourself, please, the world has plenty already.

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    #36

    This Halloween Decoration That Melted Onto My Window. Thanks, Walmart

    This Halloween Decoration That Melted Onto My Window. Thanks, Walmart

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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I am sorry, but this is pretty funny (only because it's not me).

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    #37

    Little Gem From The App Nextdoor: Neighbor Thinks Halloween Decorations Are Real

    Little Gem From The App Nextdoor: Neighbor Thinks Halloween Decorations Are Real

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    #38

    Found In My Kids' Halloween Candy

    Found In My Kids' Halloween Candy

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    #39

    Local Church Asks Toddlers If They Are Ready To Die, Along With Their Halloween Candy

    Local Church Asks Toddlers If They Are Ready To Die, Along With Their Halloween Candy

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    #40

    In My 9-Year-Old Halloween Candies

    In My 9-Year-Old Halloween Candies

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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    To each his own, but there are vegans who show a level of dedication to the cause that's wayyyyy out of line. Eat what you want but don't bother me about it!

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    #42

    Kid Stole My Favorite Pumpkin Off My Porch

    Kid Stole My Favorite Pumpkin Off My Porch

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    #43

    After Finishing My Third 12-Hour Shift On Halloween Night, I Came Home This Morning To This Lovely Surprise

    After Finishing My Third 12-Hour Shift On Halloween Night, I Came Home This Morning To This Lovely Surprise

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    #45

    My Dad Taking Down The Halloween Stuff On Halloween Night

    My Dad Taking Down The Halloween Stuff On Halloween Night

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    Be Sure To Check Your Kid's Halloween Candy For Bad Stuff. I Found A Fake 1804 Flowing Hair Dollar In A Peanut Butter Cup

    Be Sure To Check Your Kid's Halloween Candy For Bad Stuff. I Found A Fake 1804 Flowing Hair Dollar In A Peanut Butter Cup

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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    How?? It's cut too perfectly, straight top & bottom, that would be really hard to do with coin already in it? The coin has no chocolate marks on it either. I call b******t on this one, sorry.

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    #47

    Disney World Just Released Their Halloween Merchandise. Scalpers Are Already Buying It Up In Stores And Online

     Disney World Just Released Their Halloween Merchandise. Scalpers Are Already Buying It Up In Stores And Online

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    Your Jack-O-Lantern Game Is Strong When Others Covet To The Point Of Theft. Wear It As A Badge Of Honor

    Your Jack-O-Lantern Game Is Strong When Others Covet To The Point Of Theft. Wear It As A Badge Of Honor

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    I’ve Always Wanted To Be The Jerk Who Gives Fudge, Fruit, And Nuts For Halloween

    I’ve Always Wanted To Be The Jerk Who Gives Fudge, Fruit, And Nuts For Halloween

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    Multa Nocte
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I remember when I was a child, my ONE desire was to have someone give me a lemon for Halloween. 🤣

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