Enjoy a safe and eco-friendly Halloween with tips to protect local birds and insects while having fun with your family.
Ongoing activity
139 Bradley Grove, Mitchell Park SA 5043, Australia
$4 per craft session; free for general guidelines
Halloween is a time for spooky decorations, pumpkin carving, and dressing up, but it also coincides with the nesting season when young birds are learning to fly. This event encourages families to celebrate Halloween in a way that protects local wildlife by avoiding harmful decorations like fake spiderwebs.
You will learn how to create safe, eco-friendly decorations using natural and recycled materials, and discover costume ideas that don’t cost the planet. This is a perfect opportunity for parents to engage their children in environmentally conscious celebrations.
The event also highlights the importance of composting pumpkin scraps and using solar or reusable lights to reduce waste and energy consumption.
The City of Marion advises against using plastic or fake spiderwebs outdoors as they can entangle birds, butterflies, and beneficial insects, posing a serious risk to wildlife. Instead, families are encouraged to use paper, fabric, leaves, branches, and pumpkins for decorations.
Craft sessions are available at local community centres to help you get creative:
- Craft Connection at Cooinda Community Centre on Thursdays from 09:30 to 11:30, costing $4 per session
- Social Sewing at Mitchell Park Sports and Community Centre on Tuesdays from 09:30 to 12:30, costing $4 per session
Costume ideas include repurposing items from op shops or your own wardrobe to avoid fast fashion waste.
Craft sessions take place at two community centres in the City of Marion:
- Cooinda Community Centre
- Mitchell Park Sports and Community Centre
Both venues are accessible and located within the City of Marion, South Australia. Parking and public transport options are available nearby. Families can easily visit these centres to participate in the craft activities and get inspiration for their Halloween celebrations.
Please do not use fake spiderwebs or plastic decorations outdoors as they are harmful to wildlife and may be removed by council inspectors if placed on council land.
Remember to compost all pumpkin scraps by placing them in your green bin or kitchen caddy to help reduce landfill waste.
Use solar-powered or reusable lights instead of battery-powered or disposable ones to minimize environmental impact.
This guidance helps keep Halloween fun and safe for both your family and the local ecosystem.
Craft sessions are available weekly with a small fee of $4 per session. No prior booking information is provided, so it is recommended to contact the community centres directly for availability.
There is no cost associated with following the Halloween wildlife-friendly guidelines.
For more information or assistance, contact the City of Marion during business hours.
