October Content Ideas – What To Post This Month
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October is almost here, and with it comes all the spooky, cozy, and downright fun vibes that make this month a content creator’s dream.
Whether you’re into Halloween, fall aesthetics, or just looking to keep your audience engaged, there’s a ton of stuff you can post this month.
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These content ideas should help you keep your audience engaged throughout October, tapping into the festive, cozy, and reflective mood that comes with the season.
Let’s dive into some October content ideas that’ll keep your followers hooked like a pumpkin spice latte on a chilly morning.
1. Halloween-Themed Content
October without Halloween content is like a haunted house without the ghosts—just plain wrong.
People go wild for anything Halloween-related, so now’s the time to lean into the spookiness. You could post:
DIY Halloween Costume Tutorials
Show your audience how to create awesome costumes without breaking the bank. Whether it’s a last-minute ghost made from an old bedsheet or an elaborate get-up inspired by the latest movie, people will eat it up.
Create a video featuring creative and easy-to-make Halloween costumes. This can include DIY costumes or showcasing affordable finds.
Spooky Stories
Everyone loves a good scare in October. Share some creepy tales, whether they’re urban legends, ghost stories, or something you came up with after watching one too many horror movies.
Haunted House Experiences
Discuss haunted houses or create a virtual tour of local haunted spots.
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Halloween Decor
Walk your followers through how you’re turning your place into a haunted mansion (or at least adding some cute pumpkins and fake spiderwebs). DIY tutorials for decorations are a hit, especially when they’re budget-friendly.
Halloween Makeup Tutorials
If you have a knack for makeup and effects, photograph your Halloween makeup creations and share them on social media – or film the process and provide helpful makeup tutorials on Youtube.
2. Fall Recipes
Comfort Food Recipes
Fall is all about comfort food that warms you up from the inside out. Share recipes for warm, hearty dishes like soups, stews, or casseroles that are perfect for the cooler weather.
Pumpkin Everything
Offer recipes that use pumpkin as a main ingredient.
You know the drill—pumpkin pies, pumpkin bread, pumpkin spice lattes. If it’s got pumpkin in it, your audience wants to know about it. Share your go-to recipes or even do a taste test of different pumpkin-flavored goodies.
Baking Tutorials
Share recipes for classic fall treats like pumpkin pie, apple cider donuts, Halloween cookies, and cinnamon rolls. Walk through the process and taste test at the end!
Halloween Treats
Candy is cool, but homemade Halloween treats are even better. Show off your skills with some spooky cupcakes, ghost-shaped cookies, or a witch’s brew punch. Your followers will love the creativity (and the sugar rush).
3. Autumn Activities
Fall Bucket List
Create a list of must-do activities for the fall season, such as apple picking, visiting a pumpkin patch, having a bonfire, doing a haunted building tour in your city, or going on a scenic drive.
Share your fall bucket list and encourage your viewers to create their own.
October Outdoor Adventures
Highlight activities like hiking, camping, or fall foliage tours, and pumpkin patch visits that are best enjoyed in October.
DIY Fall Crafts
Teach your audience how to make fall-themed DIY crafts, such as wreaths, table centerpieces, or homemade candles.
4. Fall Home Content
Fall Cleaning Tips
Offer advice on getting your home ready for the colder months, including deep cleaning, organizing, and maintenance tasks.
Seasonal Home Decor Promo
Showcase how to transition your home decor from summer to fall with cozy touches like blankets, candles, and warm colors. Feature a selection of brands you are affiliated with, and get the brands to sponsor the video.
Fall Decorate With Me
Take your viewers along as you decorate your home for fall. Share tips on where to buy affordable decor and how to create a cozy atmosphere.
Fall Home Tour
Give a tour of your home, highlighting how you’ve decorated for fall. Share where you purchased items and how you arranged everything.
5. Fall Fashion & Lifestyle Content
October is when we start breaking out the layers, and everyone’s looking for inspiration on how to stay stylish while keeping warm. Consider posting:
Fall Outfits
Showcase how you’re styling your favorite fall pieces—think chunky sweaters, boots, scarves, and all things cozy. You could do a lookbook, a try-on haul, or even just a quick #OOTD (Outfit of the Day).
Wardrobe Transition
Share tips on how to transition your wardrobe for the fall season, including layering techniques and fall fashion essentials.
Fall Morning Routine
Show how your morning routine changes with the season—cozy blankets, hot coffee, fall skincare, etc.
Fall Skincare Routine
Show how you adjust your skincare routine for the fall season, focusing on hydration and protecting against colder weather.
Fall Fashion Haul
Share your latest fall fashion finds, try-ons, and how to style different pieces for the cooler weather.
Autumnal Makeup Looks
Fall is the time for warm, earthy tones. Share a makeup tutorial featuring those rich oranges, browns, and burgundies. Maybe even throw in a Halloween-inspired look if you’re feeling extra festive.
Haircare for Cooler Weather
The change in season can be tough on hair, so why not share your tips for keeping it healthy and shiny? Your followers will appreciate the advice, especially if you recommend products that work wonders.
Cozy Fall Night Routine
Take your viewers through a cozy evening routine, including relaxing activities like reading, watching movies, and sipping on hot drinks.
Fall Lookbook
Showcase different fall outfits, from casual to dressy. This could be a mix of in-studio try-ons and outdoor shots.
Best Fall Movies
Create a list of your favorite fall-themed movies or TV shows. Share why you love them and what makes them perfect for the season.
Fall Book Recommendations
If you’re a reader, recommend books that are perfect for reading during the fall. Focus on cozy mysteries, fantasy, or spooky thrillers.
Fall Q&A
Host a Q&A session where you answer questions from your viewers while enjoying fall treats or a cozy setting.
Fall Clean With Me
Show how you prepare your home for the fall and winter seasons with a deep cleaning or organizing session.
6. Personal Growth & Reflection Content
Goal Setting for the Final Quarter
Encourage your audience to reflect on their goals for the year and set new ones for the final quarter.
Mental Health Awareness
October is National Depression and Mental Health Screening Month. Create content around mental health awareness, self-care tips, or personal stories.
Journaling Prompts
Provide October-themed journaling prompts that focus on gratitude, reflection, and planning for the end of the year.
7. Halloween Content for Kids
Kids’ Halloween Crafts
Share easy and fun Halloween craft ideas for children, like making paper bats, pumpkins, or ghost decorations.
Halloween Safety Tips
Offer advice for parents on how to keep kids safe while trick-or-treating.
Spooky Storytime
Read or share family-friendly spooky stories perfect for a Halloween bedtime.
8. Local October Events
Event Roundup
Highlight local or virtual events happening in October, such as fall festivals, Halloween parties, or charity walks.
Pumpkin Patch Guides
Create a guide to the best pumpkin patches in your area, including what activities they offer and any special events.
9. Product Reviews and Recommendations
Fall Fashion Essentials
Review or recommend fall clothing items like boots, scarves, and jackets.
Halloween Products
Review costumes, decorations, or Halloween-themed snacks and candies.
Tech for the Season
Recommend gadgets or apps that enhance the fall experience, such as smart thermostats, weather apps, or photography gear for capturing fall foliage.
Pumpkin Carving Tutorial
Get creative with pumpkin carving! Show your audience step-by-step how to carve unique designs or host a pumpkin carving challenge.
10. Prepping for the Holidays
October is the unofficial kickoff to the holiday season, so get your followers ready:
Early Gift Guides
People are already starting to think about holiday shopping, so help them out with some early gift ideas. Focus on budget-friendly options, DIY gifts, or unique finds that’ll make them the best gift-giver around.
Holiday Planning Tips
Whether it’s tips for organizing a holiday budget, planning Thanksgiving dinner, or prepping for a stress-free holiday season, your followers will appreciate the advice. This is a great way to provide value and build trust with your audience.
Pre-Christmas Home Organization
Before the holiday madness begins, everyone could use a little help getting organized. Share your favorite organization hacks, whether it’s decluttering, creating a holiday calendar, or getting the guest room ready.
October Content Ideas – Conclusion
As you can see, October is packed with opportunities to create content that’s fun, festive, and totally engaging.
Whether you’re diving into Halloween headfirst or just enjoying the cozy vibes of fall, there’s something here for everyone. So grab your camera, your pumpkin spice latte, and get creating!
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