Planning a Halloween party for a pack of little monsters? Whether you’re hosting a classroom bash, backyard costume party, or just a fun get-together with friends, these Halloween party games and activities are guaranteed to make your event frightfully fun! I’ve put together 15 creative, kid-approved ideas that are easy to set up and sure to keep your guests giggling all party long. Let’s make this Halloween one they’ll never forget!
1. Halloween Piñata Smash
What’s better than candy on Halloween? Candy that rains down from a spooky piñata, of course! Hang a pumpkin, ghost, or bat-shaped piñata in your backyard or party space and let each child take a swing. You can fill it with mini candies, spider rings, glow sticks, or even Halloween stickers. It’s a classic party game with a ghoulish twist!
2. Guess What’s in the Box? (Spooky Edition)
Fill covered boxes with weird-feeling items — peeled grapes (eyeballs), cooked spaghetti (brains), or wet sponges (monster guts). Kids reach in blindfolded and try to guess what’s inside. It’s delightfully gross and SO much fun — just make sure to label each box for cleanup later!
3. Costume Parade & Contest
Kids LOVE showing off their Halloween costumes, so give them the spotlight! Host a little parade around the yard or house and hand out fun award certificates — like “Spookiest Costume,” “Silliest Monster,” or “Best DIY Look.” Every kid gets recognition, and parents get tons of adorable photo ops.
4. Witch Hat Ring Toss
Pick up a few plastic witch hats and some glow stick necklaces to use as rings. Arrange the hats on the ground and see who can toss their rings onto the points. It’s simple to DIY, inexpensive, and great for practicing coordination.
5. Halloween Bingo Printable
This Halloween-themed bingo game is always a hit with kids of all ages. Use printable bingo cards filled with fun images like witches, pumpkins, ghosts, and black cats. Hand out candy corn or little toy spiders as markers. It’s a great way to settle everyone down between active games — and bonus: it’s super easy to prepare! The pictured set is available here on my Etsy shop.
6. Ghost Bowling
Stack white plastic cups with ghost faces drawn on them into a pyramid. Then let the kids roll a mini pumpkin or ball to knock them down. It’s easy to set up and can be played over and over again — plus, no one ever gets tired of toppling ghosts!
7. Pin the Hat on the Witch
Give this party classic a spooky makeover! Print a large witch poster (or draw your own!) and create individual hats to “pin” on her head. Blindfolded giggles are guaranteed. This game is great for younger kiddos who love silly surprises.
8. Mummy Wrap Relay
Grab a few rolls of toilet paper and let the kids team up to turn each other into mummies! This hilarious relay race is perfect for burning off that extra candy energy. Just be sure to have your camera ready — the results are always priceless.
9. Creepy Craft Corner
Craft time doesn’t have to be complicated. Set out supplies to make spider headbands, paper plate pumpkins, or tissue paper ghosts. Crafts are a great way for kids to take home something special from the party (besides all that candy!).
10. Spooky Cake Decorating
Turn dessert into an activity! Set up a cupcake or cookie decorating station with Halloween frosting colors, googly eyes, sprinkles, and edible spiders. Kids can create their own haunted treats — and eat them too! It’s messy, yes, but totally worth it.
11. Halloween Freeze Dance
Play some kid-friendly spooky tunes like “Monster Mash” or “Ghostbusters” and let the kids dance their socks off! When the music stops, they have to freeze in place like a statue. Add a twist by having the “scariest” frozen pose win a prize!
12. Eyeball Spoon Race
Swap out the traditional egg for a plastic eyeball and have the kids race from one end of the yard to the other without dropping it! You can also use small pumpkins or decorate ping pong balls as creepy eyeballs. It’s silly, fun, and surprisingly competitive.
13. Potion Mixing Station
Channel your inner mad scientist! Fill plastic jars and bottles with fun mix-ins like glitter, food coloring, baking soda, and vinegar. Let kids combine ingredients in plastic cups or cauldrons to create bubbling “potions.” Just be sure to supervise — it can get messy!
14. Halloween Foil Balloon Hunt
Hide small Halloween-themed foil balloons around your party space and send the kids on a hunt! Give them clues, or turn off the lights and let them search with flashlights for an extra spooky twist. Bonus points if you include glow-in-the-dark prizes!
15. Monster Cutout Photo Booth
Set up life-size Halloween cutouts or cardboard monsters with face holes and let the kids pose for silly pictures. Add props like capes, witch hats, or pumpkin masks for even more fun. This activity gives everyone a break and creates memories that last beyond the party.
After all those games, crafts, and spooky fun, your little monsters will be ready for a sweet treat! 🎂 If you’re still deciding on the perfect dessert, check out our post: 👉 10 Halloween Birthday Cake Ideas That Kids Will Love. From creepy-cute cupcakes to over-the-top ghost cakes, you’ll find the perfect centerpiece to wow your guests (and maybe sneak a bite yourself).
15 Halloween Party Games and Activities for Kids That Are So Much Fun It’s Scary!
Planning a Halloween party for a pack of little monsters? Whether you’re hosting a classroom bash, backyard costume party, or just a fun get-together with friends, these Halloween party games and activities are guaranteed to make your event frightfully fun! I’ve put together 15 creative, kid-approved ideas that are easy to set up and sure to keep your guests giggling all party long. Let’s make this Halloween one they’ll never forget!
1. Halloween Piñata Smash
What’s better than candy on Halloween? Candy that rains down from a spooky piñata, of course! Hang a pumpkin, ghost, or bat-shaped piñata in your backyard or party space and let each child take a swing. You can fill it with mini candies, spider rings, glow sticks, or even Halloween stickers. It’s a classic party game with a ghoulish twist!
2. Guess What’s in the Box? (Spooky Edition)
Fill covered boxes with weird-feeling items — peeled grapes (eyeballs), cooked spaghetti (brains), or wet sponges (monster guts). Kids reach in blindfolded and try to guess what’s inside. It’s delightfully gross and SO much fun — just make sure to label each box for cleanup later!
3. Costume Parade & Contest
Kids LOVE showing off their Halloween costumes, so give them the spotlight! Host a little parade around the yard or house and hand out fun award certificates — like “Spookiest Costume,” “Silliest Monster,” or “Best DIY Look.” Every kid gets recognition, and parents get tons of adorable photo ops.
4. Witch Hat Ring Toss
Pick up a few plastic witch hats and some glow stick necklaces to use as rings. Arrange the hats on the ground and see who can toss their rings onto the points. It’s simple to DIY, inexpensive, and great for practicing coordination.
5. Halloween Bingo Printable
This Halloween-themed bingo game is always a hit with kids of all ages. Use printable bingo cards filled with fun images like witches, pumpkins, ghosts, and black cats. Hand out candy corn or little toy spiders as markers. It’s a great way to settle everyone down between active games — and bonus: it’s super easy to prepare! The pictured set is available here on my Etsy shop.
6. Ghost Bowling
Stack white plastic cups with ghost faces drawn on them into a pyramid. Then let the kids roll a mini pumpkin or ball to knock them down. It’s easy to set up and can be played over and over again — plus, no one ever gets tired of toppling ghosts!
7. Pin the Hat on the Witch
Give this party classic a spooky makeover! Print a large witch poster (or draw your own!) and create individual hats to “pin” on her head. Blindfolded giggles are guaranteed. This game is great for younger kiddos who love silly surprises.
8. Mummy Wrap Relay
Grab a few rolls of toilet paper and let the kids team up to turn each other into mummies! This hilarious relay race is perfect for burning off that extra candy energy. Just be sure to have your camera ready — the results are always priceless.
9. Creepy Craft Corner
Craft time doesn’t have to be complicated. Set out supplies to make spider headbands, paper plate pumpkins, or tissue paper ghosts. Crafts are a great way for kids to take home something special from the party (besides all that candy!).
10. Spooky Cake Decorating
Turn dessert into an activity! Set up a cupcake or cookie decorating station with Halloween frosting colors, googly eyes, sprinkles, and edible spiders. Kids can create their own haunted treats — and eat them too! It’s messy, yes, but totally worth it.
11. Halloween Freeze Dance
Play some kid-friendly spooky tunes like “Monster Mash” or “Ghostbusters” and let the kids dance their socks off! When the music stops, they have to freeze in place like a statue. Add a twist by having the “scariest” frozen pose win a prize!
12. Eyeball Spoon Race
Swap out the traditional egg for a plastic eyeball and have the kids race from one end of the yard to the other without dropping it! You can also use small pumpkins or decorate ping pong balls as creepy eyeballs. It’s silly, fun, and surprisingly competitive.
13. Potion Mixing Station
Channel your inner mad scientist! Fill plastic jars and bottles with fun mix-ins like glitter, food coloring, baking soda, and vinegar. Let kids combine ingredients in plastic cups or cauldrons to create bubbling “potions.” Just be sure to supervise — it can get messy!
14. Halloween Foil Balloon Hunt
Hide small Halloween-themed foil balloons around your party space and send the kids on a hunt! Give them clues, or turn off the lights and let them search with flashlights for an extra spooky twist. Bonus points if you include glow-in-the-dark prizes!
15. Monster Cutout Photo Booth
Set up life-size Halloween cutouts or cardboard monsters with face holes and let the kids pose for silly pictures. Add props like capes, witch hats, or pumpkin masks for even more fun. This activity gives everyone a break and creates memories that last beyond the party.
After all those games, crafts, and spooky fun, your little monsters will be ready for a sweet treat! 🎂 If you’re still deciding on the perfect dessert, check out our post:
👉 10 Halloween Birthday Cake Ideas That Kids Will Love.
From creepy-cute cupcakes to over-the-top ghost cakes, you’ll find the perfect centerpiece to wow your guests (and maybe sneak a bite yourself).
Happy haunting and happy planning! 👻🧡