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Advanced Rules

Many fans of 31 Days of Halloween have asked if there is a way to include television shows, books, video games, and more as a part of the challenge. Provided here is an alternative point-based system that allows for multiple forms of media as well as other seasonal activities. Due to participant feedback, this points system continues to evolve and expand to allow for even more ways to earn points! Have fun, and be sure to share your #31DaysOfHalloween celebrations on social media!

OVERVIEW

 

  • Participants earn points by diving into the spooky spirit of Halloween through its chilling media, thrilling activities, and time-honored traditions... Yes, this still includes watching a marathon of horror films.

  • The Core Rules provide guidelines that help determine whether a film qualifies as eligible for 31 Days of Halloween. These same guidelines should apply when assessing the eligibility of television shows, books, comic books, and video games.

  • Points accumulation begins at the stroke of midnight on October 1st and continues non-stop until the first light of dawn on November 1st.

  • Points are largely earned through time spent on activities and pages read from periodicals.

  • The goal is to reach at least 310 points by the event's end (but aiming for the highest score among friends is recommended).

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THE POINTS

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  • Movies, TV Shows, Podcasts & Audiobooks/Audio Dramas

    • 10 Minutes = 1 Point​

  • Live Performances

    • 10 Minutes = 1 Point​

    • Bonus: Earn 1 Extra Point if Attended with Friends.

  • Recorded Music

    • 20 Minutes = 1 Point​

    • Note: This Can Be Earned Even When Played in the Background.

  • Games (Video Games, Card, Board, Tabletop, Role Playing, etc.)

    • 10 Minutes = 1 Point​

    • Bonus: Earn 1 Extra Point if Played with Others.

  • Comic Books, Trade Paperbacks & Graphic Novels

    • 10 Pages = 1 Point​

  • Novels, Novellas, Short Stories & Poems

    • 5 Pages = 1 Point​

    • Bonus: Earn 1 Extra Point After Completing a Novel and/or Novella.

  • Website, Blog, Magazine, and/or Newspaper Articles

    • 1 Article = 1 Point​

  • Halloween and/or Scary-Themed Activity (Carving Pumpkins, Haunted Hayride, Trick-Or-Treating, Setting Up Decorations, etc.…)

    • 10 Minutes = 1 Point​

    • Bonus: Earn 1 Extra Point if Enjoyed with Friends.

    • Note: Participating in 31 Days of Halloween Does Not Earn Points in itself for Being a Halloween and/or Scary-Themed Activity.

THE POINTS (Continued)

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  • Writing, Composing, Drawing or Painting Original Art

    • 5 Minutes = 1 Point​

    • Note: Artwork Must Be Seen by Another Person.

  • Wearing Halloween/Horror Themed Clothing and/or Accessories

    • 1 Item = 1 Point (Max 3 Points Per Day)​

    • Note: Clothing and Accessories Must Be Seen By Another Person. This Can Be Accomplished In Person Or By Posting A Selfie.

  • Eating and/or Drinking a Halloween Treat or Seasonal Staple

    • 1 Bite/Sip/Taste = 1 Point (Max 1 Point Per Day)​

  • Displaying Halloween Decorations at Home and/or Office

    • 1 Day of Displayed Halloween Decorations = 1 Point (Max 1 Point Per Day)​

  • HALLOWEEN BONUS!!!

    • Earn double points from midnight on October 31st until the dawn of November 1st!​

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FAQ

 

  • Time spent on activities and pages read don’t carry over between sources. In other words, 18 minutes spent watching one movie, and 2 minutes watching another movie does not count as 20 minutes in total.

  • Listed time/page increments must be completed in whole before equivalent points are awarded. Watching 9 minutes of a movie does not earn any points and watching 19 minutes of a movie earns 1 point. Once 20 minutes is reached, it becomes 2 points earned.

  • When a source is counted, it can only generate points as a single category. For example, attending the special screening of a film can be considered watching a movie or taking part in a Halloween and/or Scary Themed Activity, but it cannot simultaneously count as both and thus generate points for each. No double-dipping allowed.

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DEDICATED TO JAMIE DUPREE

 

​​The “advanced” rules of 31 Days of Halloween may change from year to year. It's not a perfect system, but it is improving thanks to early beta testers like Jamie Dupree. Sadly, Jamie passed away in the spring of 2022. His passion and unbridled enthusiasm for the expansion of 31 Days of Halloween is what set it on its path of growth and continual evolution. Thank you, Jamie. Your influence will live on forever.

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