90+ Halloween party ideas for unforgettable Halloween parties.

• A twist on drinking games.

What’s a Halloween party for adults without a drinking game, right? Take your drinking games to the next level by doing blind taste tests with cocktails.

• You’ll never go wrong with a Halloween movie night.

Halloween is the perfect time to binge-watch your favorite films, horror or otherwise. From horror classics to more lighthearted picks, there are tons of lists online to help you fill out your roster (this one has awesome recommendations). Bonus: turn your movie night into a guessing game!

• Go DIY through and through.

Going the DIY route can save you some money. Plus, it’s more fun to get the whole family involved. From invitations and cards to flyers and posters, there are a ton of ways to give your Halloween party a personal touch.

• Halloween charcuterie boards.

Charcuterie boards make for a spooktacular canvas. From simple spreads to more elaborate arrangements, there’s a ton of ways you can spruce up your boards.

• Monster mash, anyone?

Halloween is also a wonderful time to take your food décor game to the next level. Turn ordinary fare into scrumptious treats fit for fang-tastic snacks or meals, like spider cookies, eyeball cake pops, or pizza with ghost-shaped cheese toppings.

• Bingo—Halloween special edition.

Create bewitching Halloween bingo cards and have an eerie-sistibly fun night with loved ones.

• Host a Halloween raffle.

Halloween bingo not your cup of tea? How about organizing a Halloween raffle instead? Create bewitching raffle tickets with Adobe Express.

• Create a Halloween-themed playlist.

What’s a Halloween party without good music? Pump up the jam with classics like Monster Mash, opt for more contemporary choices, or create a mix featuring both.

• Mystery treats for everyone.

Christmas isn’t the only time when you can unwrap surprises. Make Halloween parties more exciting by offering mystery gifts or treats to guests.

• Create custom Halloween décor.

Kids will have a lot of fun making their own Halloween décor. From spooky garlands to bespoke costumes, this is a great time to let children’s imaginations run wild.

• Stick to the classics.

Classic Halloween décor doesn’t have to be bland. Classics are, well, classics for a good reason. They’re timeless, and everyone loves them. Craft unique Halloween decorations like posters, banners, and collages so you can put your own spin on old favorites.

• Transform your house into a haunted mansion.

Set the stage for the perfect Halloween party for kids by turning your house into a haunted abode. Create “floating” candles out of old toilet paper rolls, simulate a mad scientist’s lab with mason jars, or have fun making bloody handprints using non-toxic, safe paints.

• Host a kid-friendly Halloween movie night.

Sure, horror is great, but not all horror movies are kid-friendly. The good news is there are tons of kid-friendly Halloween movies like Hocus Pocus, The Witches (1990), The Nightmare Before Christmas, Coraline, and Spirited Away.

• Trivia night with a spooky twist.

Come up with intriguing Halloween trivia questions that’ll rack your guests’ brains.

• Set up a ghoulishly delightful photo booth.

Photo booths have become event staples. Make your own booth and fill it with spellbinding booth props.

• Brew magic potions.

Let your teens craft their own magic potions. Mix and match different beverages to come up with original drinks.

• Repurpose old gloves.

Breathe new life into old gloves by turning them into goodie bags.

• Prepare thank-you cards.

Don’t forget to thank your guests for coming. Make spectacular Halloween-themed thank-you cards in just a few clicks. Personalize each card by including a sweet letter for your guests.

• Name That Tune – Halloween edition.

Here’s a fun icebreaker that will surely delight your guests. Pick a line from famous Halloween songs and have guests take turns guessing their titles.

• Create fa-boo-lous invites.

Halloween parties wouldn’t be complete without personalized invitations. Create beautiful invites that’ll pique your guests’ interest and generate buzz for your event.

• Cute costumes galore.

Have your toddler and their friends dress up as their favorite spooky characters.

• Come up with a kid-friendly menu.

These are a treat for both little ones and adults. Plus, most of these snack ideas are easy to make. Some of the things you can try include Halloween-themed chocolate barks, pigs in a blanket (made to look like mummies, of course), and spooky cupcakes.

• Hold an arts and crafts session.

Set up an arts and crafts table where kids can make their own monsters, slimes, and more.

• Set up a food decorating station.

Make your toddler’s Halloween party even more interactive by setting up a dedicated station where little ones can spruce up their treats. Bake cookies or cupcakes and have the kiddos customize these using sprinkles and icing.

• Tell a spooky story or two.

Entertain little kids with a storytelling session. This also gives you ample time to prepare for other activities.

• Don’t forget the goodie bags!

Make this Halloween more memorable for toddlers by making adorable personalized goodie bags.

• Trick out shadowboxes and use them to display creepy specimens.

• Use classic Halloween décor elements like spiderwebs, witches’ hats, and black cats.

• Make scary specimen jars.

Aside from shadowboxes, old jars make for awesome Halloween décor. Fill them with colored liquid and suspend toy spiders, gummy worms, plastic snakes, eyeballs, skeleton parts, and more.

• Spruce up your dining room setup.

Your dining room offers plenty of customization opportunities. From gothic or kooky tablescapes to setting up skeletons around the space, there’s no shortage of design ideas to transform your dining room.

• Transform books into spine-chilling compendiums.

Turn your books into Halloween décor by printing out Halloween book covers for them.

• Create a custom menu that aligns with your theme.

Aside from your tablescape, make sure that your menu matches your theme. Take things up a notch by adding spooky accents like skeleton hands, place cards, or napkin rings.

• Use pumpkins as part of the décor and prepare dishes that match your theme.

• Decorate your space (indoors and outdoors) and transform it into a spooky, mystical forest.

If forests aren’t your cup of tea, explore other out-of-the-box themes like a Halloween carnival.

• Bust out your murder mystery game kit.

If you’ve seen The Office, then you know how hilarious and fun murder mystery games can potentially get.

• Send out otherworldly invites.

Craft custom, eye-catching invitations ahead of time. Showcase your theme and include key details like the date, time, location, and dress code.

• Craft the perfect playlist for the event.

Have any favorite tunes? Add that to your playlist. Better yet, select hair-raising jams to liven up the party.

• Consider adding a photo booth to make your Halloween birthday party more fun and memorable.

• You can never go wrong with classic motifs like popular horror movie villains, skeletons, witches, and ghosts.

• Mystical invitations to delight your guests.

Invite the magical with invitations showcasing motifs like witches, wizards, owls, and crystal balls.

• Experiment with color combinations.

Black and gold? Orange and blue? Have fun playing around with different color combinations.

• Include illustrations for a dash of whimsy.

Custom illustrations make invitations more engaging. Adding these also lets you add a more personal touch to your invites.

• Twister, with a Halloween twist.

Aside from using colors typically associated with Halloween, why not use the heads of some of the most well-known horror movie villains? Imagine a row of orange Freddy Krueger heads or purple hockey masks à la Jason Voorhees.

• Play card games.

You can find plenty of Halloween-themed card games that’ll let everyone in on the fun. If card games aren’t your thing, then consider board games like Betrayal at House on the Hill or Mysterium.

• Put a spooky spin on classic games.

Hide-and-seek, charades, freeze dance—everyone knows these popular games. Get into the spirit of Halloween by adding spooky touches to these well-loved games.

• Frighteningly fun forehead detective.

Pick Halloween-themed topics like horror movie villains and have players try to guess the answer.

• Organize mini contests.

From costume contests to decorating contests, these mini-games will keep everyone on their toes.

• Switch up the party food and let students decorate their own treats.

• Prepare some fun games for the kids, like pumpkin bowling or cauldron toss.

The great thing about these games is that you can make the pieces out of readily available materials like toilet paper rolls, construction paper, paints, and markers.

• Don’t forget to spruce up the bulletin board by adding garlands, paper cutouts, or string lights.

• Create your own Halloween décor.

Organizing a classroom party shouldn’t have to cost an arm and a leg. Make your own posters, banners, flyers, and collages. Reuse materials like cardboard boxes and old bedsheets.

• Embrace the magic this Halloween.

Prepare a magic show. Hire a magician or, if you have a few tricks up your sleeve, consider having a mini magic show.

• Have a costume parade for kids and adults.

• Play Scattergories.

Scattergories, but for Halloween, featuring prompts like “a Halloween treat”, “board games”, or “fictional characters”. This website is a helpful Scattergories list generator.

• Halloween scavenger hunt.

If you’re planning to stay in on Halloween, plan an adult scavenger hunt and get your loved ones involved.

• Build gingerbread houses and get the kids and adults involved.

• Have a dance-off featuring your favorite spooky tunes.

• Tell stories, scary or otherwise, around a campfire.

If you’re having a party during the day, why not have a picnic instead?

• Elevate the mood with some eerie outdoor lighting.

The right lighting setup helps you set the mood, whether you’re planning to evoke a mystical or frightening atmosphere. When incorporating lighting, go for safe options like flameless candles or fairy lights. Avoid using lighting that requires the use of real flames.

• Prepare a table where guests can easily get snacks and refreshments.

Outdoor Halloween parties can get really busy really quickly. Make sure that guests have easy access to your Halloween-themed snacks and drinks. Set up a long table or prepare a station where they can easily prepare their own treats.

• Make your own Halloween décor, including banners, creepy collages, and garlands.

• Play around with puns for your food and drinks.

Look to your favorite horror series or movies for inspiration. Or reference popular Halloween motifs like witches, zombies, or mummies.

• Organize mini-games and go through your supplies at home to find potentially useful materials for the games.

• Pay attention to the details like the music and lighting to make a cheap yet fun and engaging Halloween party.

• Include a showstopping focal point that’ll leave your audience in awe.

Design your flyer around an attention-grabbing focal point. Use readable fonts so that you can clearly convey your message.

• Feature popular Halloween motifs like pumpkins, bats, witches, vampires, and werewolves.

In addition to incorporating these motifs, consider using popular Halloween colors like orange, green, purple, and black.

• Take a minimalist approach to your flyer design.

• Add custom illustrations to make your flyers stand out.

Cute or realistic, when including original illustrations in your flyer, make sure that they match your theme.

• Organize team games or performances.

• Go all out on your Halloween décor.

Going all out doesn’t mean spending a fortune on decorations. Make your own posters, cards, and banners. You can find plenty of free templates online for Halloween décor.

• Hold a storytelling contest.

• Visit your other locations and share the joy of Halloween by giving them treats.

• Encourage your colleagues to decorate their desks.

This lets them add their personal touch to their workspace décor.

• Go on an office-wide scavenger hunt.

Scavenger hunts are a wonderful way to get everyone involved. If you have a small space, consider taking everyone outside.

• Consider “old-fashioned” games like apple bobbing or bean bag toss.

Once you’ve wrapped up your office Halloween party, give your colleagues an extra treat by letting them go home early so they can prepare for other Halloween-related activities.

• Craft mystery boxes.

Give guests a howling good time with a mystery box game. Let them guess what’s hidden in the box, like cold mashed potatoes, dirt, or gummy worms.

• Hold a pumpkin carving contest.

See who can come up with the most awesome-looking pumpkin.

• Prep a ghoulish piñata

Put together a custom piñata, fill it with goodies, and invite guests to take a shot.

• Organize a mini carnival.

Just because it’s Halloween doesn’t mean that everything has to be spooky. Transport guests to a whole new world with a carnival-themed Halloween party, complete with game booths and a prize board.

• Organize a Halloween-themed trivia quiz.

Ask a loved one to host the quiz for you so you can sit this one out and give yourself some time to relax.

• Prepare an outdoor station.

Whether it’s a table for arts and crafts, snacks, or treat decorating, these stations give guests a lot of freedom. Plus, they won’t always have to look for you in case they need more snacks or drinks.

• Have several easily manageable Halloween games.

The mummy wrap, bean bag toss, musical chairs—all of these games have easy-to-follow rules, and almost everyone is familiar with them.

• Invite your loved ones to help out.

Kids will have a lot of fun helping out with the decorating.

• Stick with a popular theme.

One of the biggest advantages of following popular themes like Barbie or Harry Potter is that you can easily access relevant décor and costumes.

• Come up with original cocktail recipes and name them after your favorite scary shows.

• Get your staff involved.

Give your staff the opportunity to have fun. Organize contests with different categories so everyone can participate.

• If you have a bar cart at home, spruce it up with Halloween decorations.

• If you’re running a bar or restaurant, consider offering exclusive promotions or creating a special Halloween-only menu.

If you’re switching up your menu, consider sticking to a horror theme for the dishes’ names.

• Have a baking contest.

Showcase your competitive side and have a bake-off with your loved ones. The best part is after declaring the winner, you can all enjoy a slice (or two) of all the cakes or pies.

• If you have a sweet tooth, organize a candy party.

• Go vintage.

You can never go wrong with a vintage Halloween party featuring your thrift finds.

• Prepare a picnic.

Instead of the usual ghoulish fare, why not go for a nice afternoon picnic with your loved ones?

• Stay in with your loved ones and watch scary movies together.

Prepare the jammies, delicious snacks, blankets, and your favorite drinks. Choose movies that everyone in the family will enjoy.