Organising Halloween at the office in 2026: date, a 3-part programme and budget
Halloween falls on a Saturday in 2026: Thursday 29 or Friday 30 October? A one-hour programme, budgets for 10 to 50 people and ordering deadlines.
Halloween falls on a Saturday in 2026, so the team celebrates it on Thursday 29 or Friday 30 October. A one-hour break for 20 people comes to €149 excl. VAT including delivery, i.e. €7.45 excl. VAT per person. Here are the date, the three-part programme, the budget for 10 to 50 people and the ordering deadlines.
Which date should you choose for Halloween at the office in 2026?
Choose Friday 30 October in mid-afternoon, or Thursday 29 October if the team often works from home on Fridays. 31 October 2026 is a Saturday: nobody is at the office on the day itself.
Orders can be placed until 2 pm the day before, i.e. Thursday 29 at 2 pm for Friday 30 and Wednesday 28 at 2 pm for Thursday 29, with delivery from 6:30 am. From 50 people, allow 48 hours. For a classic themed afternoon break, see also the guide Halloween at the office in Paris.
What programme should you plan for a one-hour Halloween break?
Plan three parts: 15 minutes of welcome, 30 minutes of afternoon break, 15 minutes of contest. That is enough to mark the occasion without blocking the team's diary.
- Welcome (15 min): the table is set before colleagues arrive, with touches of orange and black brought by the team.
- Afternoon break (30 min): madeleines, fresh fruit skewers and cookies as self-service, two pieces per person.
- Contest (15 min): best costume or finest pumpkin, with a small prize. Taking part remains voluntary.
What budget for Halloween at the office, from 10 to 50 people?
For 20 people, allow from €149 excl. VAT for an afternoon break to €627 excl. VAT for an 8-canapé cocktail reception. The table gives the total including €29 excl. VAT delivery, for a single delivery, excluding drinks.
| Headcount | Afternoon break (€6 excl. VAT / person) | Classic breakfast (€8 excl. VAT / person) | 8-canapé cocktail reception (€29.90 excl. VAT / person) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | €89.00 | €109.00 | €328.00 |
| 20 | €149.00 | €189.00 | €627.00 |
| 30 | €209.00 | €269.00 | €926.00 |
| 50 | €329.00 | €429.00 | €1,524.00 |
The minimum order is €50 excl. VAT. Drinks are extra: orange juice at €9.50 excl. VAT per litre (5 glasses), thermos of organic coffee at €19.50 excl. VAT (6 to 8 cups).
Which format should you choose for Halloween?
- The afternoon break, from €6 per person excl. VAT: in the afternoon, for 30 minutes. See the afternoon breaks and the guide how many desserts per person.
- The Classic breakfast, €8 per person excl. VAT: on Friday morning, to start the day in orange and black. See the breakfasts.
- The 8-canapé cocktail reception, €29.90 per person excl. VAT: at the end of the day. See the guide Halloween after-work drinks at the office.
Should costumes be compulsory?
No. Offer costumes as an option with a small contest, never as an obligation: part of the team will be enthusiastic, another part will simply prefer to come and eat. Orange and black on the table are enough to create the atmosphere, and taking part remains voluntary.
How should you handle the decoration?
The simplest option is for the team to bring their own pumpkins and garlands: it is part of the moment. Buffet decoration can be requested in the quote; it is priced separately. The madeleines can be personalised in the colours of the occasion: see personalisation.
How do you order your Halloween break?
Request a quote: it comes back within 24 hours. Order until 2 pm the day before, delivery from 6:30 am in Paris and Île-de-France, company invoice with VAT. For dietary requirements, see the guide Halloween and dietary requirements.
L'Écrin Traiteur prices, October 2026. Calculation: price per person × headcount + €29 excl. VAT per delivery, Paris and nearby towns. L'Écrin Traiteur is a corporate caterer based in Boulogne-Billancourt, rated 5.0 out of 5 from 29 Google reviews.
Frequently asked questions about Halloween at the office
Which date should you choose for Halloween at the office in 2026?
31 October 2026 falls on a Saturday: celebrate Halloween on Friday 30 October, or on Thursday 29 if the team often works from home on Fridays. A one-hour slot in mid-afternoon is enough.
How much does a Halloween break for 20 people cost?
€149 excl. VAT including delivery for an afternoon break at €6 per person excl. VAT (20 × €6 + €29 delivery), i.e. €7.45 excl. VAT per person. The Classic breakfast comes to €189 excl. VAT and the 8-canapé cocktail reception to €627 excl. VAT, excluding drinks.
How late can you order for Friday 30 October?
Until 2 pm the day before, i.e. Thursday 29 October at 2 pm for delivery on Friday 30, with delivery from 6:30 am. From 50 people, allow 48 hours so that the order is set without stress.
Should costumes be compulsory?
No: offer them as an option with a small contest, never as an obligation. Orange and black on the table are enough to create the atmosphere, and everyone takes part at their own level.
Can the madeleines be personalised in Halloween colours?
Yes, the madeleines can be personalised (colours, label) on quote; the price depends on the volume. The standard box of 10 madeleines is €24.90 excl. VAT, the box of 20 €49 excl. VAT and the box of 50 €119 excl. VAT.
Do the products suit all dietary requirements?
The whole menu is halal and pork-free by default, alcohol-free and at no extra cost. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options are specified in the quote request, with the number of people concerned.
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