and decorations, uncomfortable costumes, and going out at night.

That’s why inclusion isn’t necessarily about giving everyone exactly the same Halloween experience.

Sometimes it’s about making room for people to experience it in their own way.

Teal Pumpkin vs. Blue Bucket

Here’s a simple way to remember the difference:

Symbol Common Meaning Is It Universal?
Teal pumpkin Home offers non-food Halloween treats More established through FARE’s Teal Pumpkin Project
Blue bucket May be used informally to signal autism awareness or different communication needs No universal standard
Orange pumpkin Traditional Halloween