Since we first told you about Green Halloween, a Seattle-based non-profit started by a mother-daughter team, they have expanded to cities all over the country. Their mission? To offer eco-friendly and healthier alternatives in place of the traditional massive candy consumption (and waste) surrounding the holiday.
This year, in collaboration with Swap.com and KIWI Magazine, Green Halloween encourages parents to take part in National Costume Swap Day on Saturday, October 8. While each swap operates slightly differently, the end goal of providing a fun and eco-friendlier Halloween is the same. The swaps are happening at a variety of locations, some at consignment shops, or neighborhood baby gyms.
Like the idea? Find a swap near you or host one of your own and register it on the site. It’s easy to do and is a great idea for schools, moms groups and more. Check out Green Halloween for more ideas on having your very own Green Halloween (party ideas, trick-or treat options and more) and in the meantime, round up those excess ladybug, bunny, and pirate costumes and get ready to swap!
p.s. What costumes are you looking to unload this year? Which ones are you hoping to trade up for? Let us know in the comments below!
-Angie J. Ballas
