The leaves crunch with every step, pumpkins glow like tiny orange lanterns of mischief, and the air smells like caramel corn mixed with a hint of fresh bud. Halloween has crept back again, and this year, we’re calling it what it truly is: Halloweed.
It’s the perfect night to be spooky, snacky, and a little ridiculous. No rules, no judgment, just pure vibes. The candy’s flowing, the movies are queued, and your lighter’s right where you left it (for once).
So grab your grinder, light something magical, and settle in. We’ve rolled up the ultimate Halloweed Survival Kit packed with killer movie picks, next-level munchies, local events worth dressing up for, and the best games to play once you’ve hit that “just right” level of high.
Because let’s be honest: regular Halloween is fun… but Halloweed? That’s a whole different kind of lit.
Pick Your Poison — The Best Movies for Halloweed Night
Nothing hits harder than a perfect high and a movie that melts your brain in all the right ways. This lineup’s got it all: jump scares that’ll have you clutching your snacks, comedies that’ll send you into giggle fits, and trippy visuals that might just rearrange your soul.
Horror Movies (for the brave and baked)
If you like your buzz with a side of goosebumps, these are handpicked masterpieces for you.
- Mandy (2018) — Nicolas Cage at his wildest, in a color-soaked revenge trip that feels like an acid nightmare you’ll weirdly enjoy.
- Cabin in the Woods (2012) — Starts out like a cliché horror flick, ends up breaking the fourth wall and your brain.
- Halloween (1978) — The classic slasher that started it all. Turn off the lights and enjoy the tension.
Weed pairing: Go for a relaxing indica like Northern Lights to keep you chill even when something goes bump in the dark.
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Comedy Movies (for the giggle sessions)
When the goal is to laugh till your sides hurt, crush snacks like a champ, and vibe like it’s a Friday night in slow motion.
- Dazed and Confused (1993) — A high school time capsule full of slow drawls, tight jeans, and a lot of smoke.
- The Big Lebowski (1998) — The Dude abides, and honestly, so should you. Perfect for kicking back and quoting lines you barely remember.
- Harold & Kumar Go to White Castle (2004) — The ultimate munchies adventure. You’ll probably order takeout halfway through.
Weed pairing: A balanced hybrid like Blue Dream to keep the laughs rolling without zoning out too hard.
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Trippy Movies (for the cosmic wanderers)
Sometimes your high wants to wander: to dissolve into colors, to swim through light, to let the screen melt into your mind until every frame feels like it’s breathing with you.
- The Holy Mountain (1973) — Every frame looks like a painting from another dimension. You might not understand it, but you’ll feel it.
- Enter the Void (2009) — POV camera, neon Tokyo, out-of-body madness. Watch it lying down.
- 2001: A Space Odyssey (1968) — Slow, grand, hypnotic. You’ll question life, time, and possibly your couch.
Weed pairing: A creative sativa like LSD or Super Silver Haze to turn your thoughts into galaxies.
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Feed the Munchies — Stoner’s Dream Avocado Nacho Boats
You can’t spell Halloween without eat. Okay, you can, but that’s not the point. This snack hits every craving: crunchy, cheesy, creamy, salty, and it’s so good you might forget to share.
Ingredients (serves 3-4 snack-hungry souls)
- 2 large ripe avocados
- 3 to 4 cups sturdy tortilla chips
- 1½ cups shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or a mix)
- 1 cup pico de gallo (tomatoes, onions, cilantro, jalapeños, lime)
- ½ cup black beans, drained
- ½ cup cooked and crumbled bacon or chorizo (optional but highly recommended)
- Jalapeño slices to taste
- Sour cream or Mexican crema for drizzling
- Fresh lime wedges
- A small handful of chopped cilantro
- Optional extras: corn kernels, hot sauce, or crushed corn nuts for crunch
How to Prepare
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Halve and hollow the avocados. Scoop out a bit of flesh to make space for toppings but keep them sturdy.
- Layer the goodness. In each half, tuck in some crushed tortilla chips, black beans, pico, bacon, and a mountain of cheese.
- Bake for 6–8 minutes until the cheese melts and starts bubbling.
- Top it off. Drizzle with sour cream, sprinkle cilantro, squeeze some lime, and surround each boat with chips for dipping.
Serve hot. Eat messily. Don’t apologize.
Go Out and Get Spooky — The Best Local Halloweed Events
When you’re done with the couch, the Bay Area’s 707 has plenty of places to get weird. Here’s where locals are actually going this year:
- ZHU’s Blacklizt Halloween Rave (American Canyon) — A full-blown electronic takeover at “The Ruins.” Expect lasers, beats, and bass drops that’ll rearrange your soul. Learn more of this event here!
- NightMARE Island Haunted House (Vallejo) — Massive haunted warehouse with live actors, bloodcurdling effects, and enough screams to sober you up mid-hit.
- Pagan Ball / Saints & Sinners Party (Napa Valley) — Gothic elegance, masks, wine, and fancy cocktails. The kind of spooky that smells like expensive perfume. Check out more details here!
Weed pairing for the night: Bring along a sociable hybrid like Mimosa or Wedding Cake. Keeps you talkative, floaty, and ready to dance or wander through fog without tripping (literally).
Game Time — For When You’re High and Homebound
Sometimes the best scares aren’t in haunted houses… they’re in your living room, where the snacks keep disappearing, someone’s laughing too hard, and nobody’s sure who’s winning the game anymore.
Best Video Game: Phasmophobia
You and your friends are ghost hunters exploring creepy houses. You’ll be whispering into your mic, yelling “DID YOU HEAR THAT?” and then running in opposite directions. Terrifying and hilarious at the same time.
Best Board Game: Blood on the Clocktower
Like Werewolf, but on steroids. Everyone has a secret role, even the dead can still talk, and paranoia spreads faster than the smoke in the room. You’ll accuse your best friend, defend the demon, and forget whose turn it is halfway through.
Best No-Equipment Game: Mafia / Werewolf
Perfect for a spontaneous group. Assign roles, close your eyes, pretend to die dramatically. You don’t even need props, just imagination, snacks, and people who can bluff.
Check out how to play Werewolf here
Weed pairing for games: A mood-boosting sativa-leaning hybrid like Pineapple Express. Keeps you chatty, giggly, and sharp enough to still accuse the right werewolf.
Final Puff
And just like that, your perfect Halloweed night is set: glowing screens, melted cheese, pounding bass, and laughter swirling like smoke in the dark. Every bite, every scare, every hazy grin… it’s the stuff legends are made of.
Keep your joints tight, your snacks stocked, and your spirit higher than the moon. Stay spooky, stay safe, and may your lighter always find its way back to you.
