CSU Bakersfield’s Trunk-or-Treat turned campus into a packed, family-friendly Halloween celebration. Bringing together students and families for a lively four-hour event filled with costumes, excitement, and nonstop movement. Something New transformed the gathering into a true carnival-style destination, creating a central hub where guests could jump in instantly, cheer each other on, and keep the energy high from the first arrivals to the final minutes.
We delivered a six-game experience built specifically for the spirit of the night, combining fan-favorite crowd-pleasers with Halloween-themed games like Pumpkin Patch and Don’t Ghost Me. With LED lighting setting the vibe and keeping the area glowing into the evening, the game zone stayed visible, inviting, and consistently busy - drawing steady lines, repeat play, and big reactions throughout the event. The result was a centerpiece activation that kept participation strong and the crowd’s energy up all night long.
CSU Bakersfield Trunk or Treat |
Halloween Carnival Games for Adults |
Something New
Case Study
Six-Game Package
For Trunk-or-Treat, we curated a six-game lineup designed to feel like a true Halloween carnival. The mix included our fan-favorite crowd-pleasers alongside festive seasonal games like Pumpkin Patch and Don’t Ghost Me, creating variety for all ages and encouraging guests to play again and again.
Spooky Fun Zone
The details made the difference. Halloween-forward games, coordinated décor, and LED lighting created a bright, high-energy hub that drew people in from across campus and kept the crowd gathered around. Guests weren’t just playing - they were watching, cheering, and coming back for “one more round,” turning the area into a consistently lively space that stayed celebratory from start to finish.
Features & Add-Ons
The rentals came with full-service support from Something New as a carnival game vendor, turning the setup into a seamless, end-to-end experience.
Expert Facilitators
Fun, friendly facilitators kept the games moving, explained rules quickly, and helped maintain high energy and positive interactions throughout the event.
Halloween-Themed games
Halloween-themed games added a playful seasonal twist that elevated the experience and made the activation feel custom to the event.
LED lighting
LED lighting enhanced the Halloween atmosphere, keeping the game area vibrant and visible as the event moved into the evening.
Why it Worked
The event was a success because it perfectly captured the spirit, timing, and audience of Trunk-or-Treat. With the ideal mix of games, Halloween-themed elements, and vibrant LED lighting, the experience remained welcoming for families while keeping students energized and engaged - with lines moving, participation high, and excitement lasting from the first play to the final round.
Carnival Games,
Reimagined.