Strolling through the heart of the Père-Lachaise cemetery
It may seem obvious, but there's nothing better than visiting (maybe once again) the iconic Père-Lachaise cemetery for Halloween. Initially neglected by Parisians, this cemetery had to wait for the tombs of Molière and La Fontaine to appear in 1817 to finally seduce and attract the residents of the capital. As Halloween approaches, many curious people venture into the alleys to try and believe in some spooky stories. And even though greenery is abundant at the moment and the route is not unpleasant, there's nothing better than adding a bit of mystique to your stroll by meeting a vampire expert. These enthusiasts of legendary creatures tell you numerous stories that only you can judge the truthfulness of. Don't worry, they don't drink blood. Well, we hope not!
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Get excited with board games featuring horrifying scenarios
The witch-hunt is on. Based on a true story, the board game Pagan assumes that a witch has taken possession of one of the villagers' souls and is preparing a ritual to annihilate all the inhabitants. Against her, a ruthless hunter is dispatched to get rid of her by eliminating her with a powerful shot. This 2-player game offers thrilling matches where each player will fight until the end. But we've also thought about the more traditional players: if everyone knows Cluedo, for Halloween, turn to Cluedo Conspiracy instead. The difference from the original? One of the players themselves has killed the hotel director, Mr. Corail. You will try to uncover around the table who the culprit is.pable in this secret role-playing game where permanent suspicion reigns.
Get scared at Disneyland Paris
Until November 5th, Mickey, Minnie, and their friends invite Disney Villains, Mysterious Hosts, and Mischievous Spirits into the park. Three mischievous teams that you encounter on a thrilling path, between attractions, and even inside the famous castle. A devilishly funny Halloween! For the occasion, the park is adorned with autumn colors. There, among the pumpkins, the twinkling lights, and the spider webs, the Villains take over the castle, the Mischievous Spirits dance in front of the Sleeping Beauty Castle during Mickey's unforgettable Halloween Celebration, the menus of different restaurants become Halloween-themed... Will you dare to climb into the Tower of Terror?
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Halloween Festival at Disneyland Paris
Until November 5th, 2023
Brewing a magical potion
What if you took advantage of this period to make... a real magical potion?! For those who are tired of traditional lemonades, this is what you need. We turn to the latest potions grimoire by Eloise Méhard and Mathilde Fachan, the recipe for magical lemonade. For the ingredients, you just need to get a bag of dried butterfly pea flowers that you can easily find in herbal shops or tea stores. Then, you need to boil 190 ml of water and infuse 1 teaspoon of dried butterfly pea flowers for 15 minutes. Then, filter everything and reserve the infusion. Fill a glass halfway with ice cubes before adding 60 ml of bergamot juice (or lemon juice). Don't forget to add a splash of cane sugar syrup before finally pouring the set-aside infusion up to the top.The magic happens: the blue drink turns into a purple liquid. And it's delicious!
Potions - Infusions, lattes, cocktails...: 60 magical drink recipes - Eloïse Méhard and Mathilde Fachan © Webedia Books
Conjuring our fears with music
There's nothing better than scaring ourselves with cult soundtracks filled with fear and mystery. For that, nothing beats a John Carpenter album. The director has also composed numerous soundtracks, especially for horror and science fiction films. Pioneering the revival of the horror genre, he focuses on atmosphere and tension rather than gore. We love the tracks "Alive After Death" and "Weeping Ghost" from the album Lost Themes III: Alive After Death, which are sure to give you a few thrills. Alternatively, if you loved the series Stranger Things, you can always go for the soundtrack.Listen to the soundtrack of the 4 seasons.
If you are clever enough, combine the 4 ideas and you will definitely have a terrifying night on October 31st (but still fun).