15 fun & spooky halloween games for kids

Halloween is almost here, and what better way to celebrate than with some games that’ll have everyone cackling like witches and wailing like ghosts!

Besides the awesome costumes, creepy decorations, and delicious treats, a few fun games can make your Halloween party truly unforgettable!

We’ve lined up 15 playful, spooky games that kids—and maybe even adults—will love! 

So, without further ado, let’s get this ghostly party started!

1. Halloween treasure hunt

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Think Easter egg hunt but spookier! Scatter Halloween treats, toys, or tiny decorations around the house, then create a “treasure map” with creepy clues. Maybe add some hidden sound effects like wolf howls to keep things thrilling. Ready, set, find those treasures!

2. Pumpkin decorating contest

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Unleash the kids’ imaginations with a paper pumpkin contest! All you need is colorful paper, paints, markers, and glue. Create categories like “Scariest Pumpkin” or “Cutest Pumpkin” and let the kids’ creations double as party decorations. Get crafty, get messy, and get spooky!

3. Ghost bowling

https://www.spiritedpuddlejumper.com/happy-halloween-ghost-bowling

It’s bowling… with ghosts! Decorate some plastic bottles with ghostly faces and give the kids a ball. Whoever knocks down the most “ghosts” in one go wins! This game is simple to set up and sure to bring a whole lot of laughs (and maybe some ghostly groans!).

4. Mummy hunt

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Pick someone to be the mummy and wrap them in toilet paper—lots of it! The goal is to unwrap the mummy without tearing too much of the paper. The team that frees their mummy the fastest wins!

5. Spider counting game

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Fill a jar with plastic spiders and let the kids guess how many are inside. Whoever gets closest to the actual number wins a prize! It’s creepy, crawly, and a great way to keep them guessing!

6. Spider scavenger hunt

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Hide plastic spiders around the yard or in the house. The kids must find as many as they can in a set time limit. Make it extra fun by adding some surprise prizes for those who find the most spiders!

7. Mummy wrapping contest

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Another chance to put that toilet paper to good use! Divide kids into teams and give each team a roll of TP. They’ll race to wrap one teammate up as a mummy, with points for both speed and style. Get those cameras ready—it’s a photo op for sure!

8. Donut on a string

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Hang some donuts from a string and let the kids try to eat them—no hands allowed! The donuts swing and sway, and so do the kids as they try to catch a bite. It’s messy, hilarious, and everyone wins a treat!

9. Pumpkin ring toss

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Place a pumpkin (real or fake) with a long stem at the end of the tossing line. The kids throw rings and try to hook them on the stem. Whoever lands the most rings wins a prize. It’s trickier than it looks, so get ready for some seriously determined ring-tossers!

10. Mystery candy hunt

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Fill a container with candy hidden among slimy toys or gooey things like jelly. The kids have to reach in, without peeking, to find the candy. It’s squishy, sticky, and screams Halloween!

11. Pin the hat on the witch

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Just like “Pin the Tail on the Donkey,” but Halloween-style! Blindfold the kids, spin them around, and see who can get the witch’s hat closest to the right spot. It’s a game of chance and skill that always brings the giggles!

12. Pumpkin relay race

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The challenge? Balancing a small pumpkin on your head or between your knees! The kids race to the finish line without dropping it, and the team that completes the course first wins. It’s all about coordination, balance, and not breaking any pumpkins!

13. Monster freeze dance

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Play some Halloween tunes and let the kids dance like little monsters. When the music stops, they have to freeze in place. If they move, they’re out! The last monster standing wins. It’s a perfect way to let them burn off that extra candy energy!

14. Witch hat ring toss

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Set up a large witch’s hat on the floor and let the kids toss rings onto it. The closer to the top, the better! It’s all about aiming and concentration—and, of course, celebrating every time they score!

15. Eyeball spoon race

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Just like an egg race, but with a spooky twist! Use a plastic eyeball (or a ball decorated like one), place it on a spoon, and see who can carry it the fastest without dropping it. It’s all suspense and shaky hands—who will get to the finish line eyeball-intact?

Summary

So there you have it, 15 creative games to make your Halloween party a howling success! From creepy crawly hunts to giggly, ghostly fun, these games are easy to set up and guaranteed to entertain. 

Happy haunting, and may your Halloween be filled with more treats than tricks!