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How To Throw The Spookiest ‘Beetlejuice’ Watch Party

Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, the highly anticipated sequel to the 1988 cult classic Beetlejuice, was released on September 6. If you go to see the movie in theaters, grab your ​​popcorn, friends, and this Beetlejuice-themed drink. However, some would argue that sitting on the couch with friends is the best way to watch a new movie. For those of you that prefer to stay at home, we put together the ultimate guide to hosting a Beetlejuice Beetlejuice watch party to celebrate the return of our favorite temperamental ghost and moody teenage girl.

Decorations

No party is complete without decorations, especially not one with a theme as elaborate as Beetlejuice. TikToker Lyndsey Mitchinson shows decorations that perfectly encapsulate the vibe of the movie while still remaining simple and easy to do. All you need is black fake cobwebs, black and white napkins, and fake hands to put on any kind to make a totally spooky scene. Feel free to add in green, black, purple, or white streamers, balloons, or any other decorations you so desire. 

If you want to fully commit to the theme, check out this creepy Beetlejuice banner, practically bringing the characters to life in your own home. 

Food

Before you get into the movie, make sure you have an array of snacks for your guests. Popcorn is a must for any movie, but spice it up by serving it in black and white striped containers to match Beetlejuice’s iconic outfit. Also offer up an array of chips, crackers, and small candies for your guests to munch on before you sit down and watch. 

For an appetizer, try out this Beetlejuice-themed charcuterie board posted by @ashtonrhea01 on TikTok. Put together all of the normal foods on a charcuterie board and add a spooky element through an oreo snake winding through the other food. Sprinkle in some googly eyes and skulls and you have the perfect mix of sweet and savory to kick off your party. This TikTok couldn’t have executed this unique idea better. 

@louisegrace999

Go ahead, make my millennium 🪲🪦🖤 Had to host a mini watch party of the original Beetlejuice before we went to see the new @Beetlejuice ! Nice little fix to tide me over till Halloween 👻 #beetlejuice @Warner Bros. UK

♬ Jump The Line – Harry Belafonte

As for the meal, TikToker Louise Ansell’s spook-ified pizza is sure to wow your guests. Take any frozen pizza and add chopped olives placed in the shape of a spider to add a Beetlejuice-esque twist to dinner. 

Drinks

As for drinks, try out this Monster Mash Mimosa by The Spritz Effect on TikTok. A twist on the classic mimosa, this drink uses melon liqueur and edible glitter to create the green color and lines the rim with purple, green, black and white sprinkles. What a coincidence that it matches perfectly with the colors of the movie.

@dedetable

Hocus Pocus 🧙🏽‍♀️🪄 Follow @dedetable for more 🌱 We’re in the season of magic and all things spooky so today we have an eerily refreshing mocktail. A hibiscus and orange fusion that is super easy to make and even easier to sip away 😂 It’s served with vegan gummy worms and ice skulls to make this mocktail all the more fun to throw together for parties. It’s a simple and refreshing drink that’s perfect for Halloween 👻 Make sure to SAVE the recipe! ⬇️
Servings: 2-3 ▢ 1/2 cup hibiscus flowers ▢ 1/4 cup vegan sugar ▢ 1 cup water ▢ 1 cup organic orange juice ▢ Vegan gummy worms ▢ Skull ice cubes 1. Add water, sugar, and hibiscus flowers to a pot over medium-high heat. Bring to a boil then let simmer 3-4 mins. 2. Remove from heat and let cool completely. 3. Add skull ice cubes to glasses. Divide orange juice between glasses evenly. Then add prepared hibiscus with the same process. 4. Garnish with gummy worms then serve. #hibiscus #mocktail #halloweenideas #spookyseason #halloweeninspo #nonalcoholic #cocktails

♬ Witchy – NOCThrasher

For a non-alcoholic option, this simple recipe of hibiscus flowers, vegan sugar, water, and orange juice is sure to delight your guests. Garnish the drink with spooky decor like gummy worms or leave it as is; either way, this sweet mocktail is a perfect addition to your watch party. 

Dessert

To finish off your party, end it on an eerie note with classic Halloween Pillsbury cookies. These easy-to-make cookies are a crowd-pleasing treat that perfectly fit with the Beetlejuice theme. 

For a simple yet impressive option, try out TikToker @the_cooking_goth’s Beetlejuice sandworm cinnamon roll. Use a Pillsbury cinnamon roll can and top them with black and white stripes and you have a spooky and sweet dessert for your guests.  

If you don’t want to make a dessert yourself, take inspiration from this TikTok posted by TikToker @mousetomidwestmama and offer an assortment of green, black, and white candies. Mint oreos, green lollipops, and brownies are just some of the sweet treats this user included in their watch party line up.

Amanda Sinofsky is a contributing writer for the Spoon University National Writers Program. She is a second-year undergraduate student at the University of Maryland's Philip Merrill College of Journalism pursuing a double major in Journalism and English with a Media Studies focus. She is from a New Jersey suburb 25 minutes outside of Philadelphia. At UMD, she is a copy editor for The Diamondback, the university's student-run newspaper, and is the music & arts editor for The Campus Trainer, an online lifestyle magazine at the university. In her free time, Amanda is a part of a student-run dance company and enjoys reading, listening to music (anything Taylor Swift), and spending time with her friends.