HallOUween without a doubt is the most decoratively-celebrated holiday in Athens, Ohio. Whether you still go here, are an alumn, townie or rando, the festivities here are much loved. That being said, thereâs always tons of people who attend HallOUween each year, and everything from the block party to house gatherings is bound to get a little crazy. In fact danger is at high risk, so weâve created a list of unwritten safe-tips for you to stay out of trouble.
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1. Bring flats
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Yes, we know and appreciate those who can walk in heels comfortably! But it is important to remember that you will be walking between the bricks as you make your way down Court Street. Because youâll be walking on such a bumpy surface, the chances of you hurting your ankles is high if youâve got heels on. Be sure to find a pair of heels that works with your costume to avoid injury.
2. Follow a loose plan
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Itâs easy to get stuck on HallOUween at one place, and end up missing out on important festivities including the block party and seeing âthose friendsâ you were going to see. To avoid this, come up with a plan for you and your friends to follow for that night. Youâll be more likely to stick to it, and enjoy the night to its fullest.
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3. Stick like a clique
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On that note, donât lose track of your friends, because itâs important to use the buddy system at all times! If youâre with them the whole time, outsiders are less likely to mess with you. If you and your friends seem too good to join, then youâll all be hard to beat.
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4. You gotta know people
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Many of us invite friends of friends to pregames, but not every one of these people is guaranteed a safe pal. So make sure you at least know each person that youâll come in contact with before festing. Itâll be less awkward and more comfortable on all levels, trust us!
5. Sip slowly
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Whatâs the point of dressing up if youâre just going to get hammered before you even make it out? Make sure that any pre-gaming is done slow and steady, because the real time to go hard or home is when youâre actually at a bar or elsewhere. Itâs the best way to make the most of the night!
6. BYOB correctly
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Yup, the same rules apply to HallOUween as fests even though youâll be dressed as a different person. Without sounding like your mom, itâs good to give what they taught you in Alcohol EDU a thought or two. Remember, no open containers and mind all other rules. Trust us, you wonât regret doing it!
7. Take cash out the night before
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Many bars in town are notorious for their credit card minimums, and if you donât have cash then you donât get served. Simple as that, especially on HallOUween! Considering that Chase Bank and Ohio University Credit Union will have lines, itâs going to be hard to turn back and take out cash. On that note, make sure you have some ching ching with you ahead of time!
8. One-hundred percent battery is key
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With such poor service, itâll be hard enough to make a call, let alone keep your battery full. Charge it up before leaving, just in case you need a last resort for an emergency. Youâll be so glad you did!
9. Be intuitive
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If something feels wrong, then it probably is wrong. Simple as that, and if you arenât comfortable then itâs time to say no to something. Grab a friend and leave a party thatâs too awkward to handle, and run from any other poor-feeling situation.
10. Never accept a drink
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Itâs very important for ladies to remember that people put stuff in drinks all the time, and even more so on busy weekends. This weekend is one youâll wanna tell you grandchildren about, not one youâll wanna feel sad about.
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Bottom line collegiettes, make sure you follow the laws and remember to have a killer time with whatever you have planned. Happy HallOUween!!