Halloween has just sneaked up- pretty spooky! There are a plethora of fun Halloween resources for kids, and you’re probably struggling as you try and pick the best ones. Halloween games add a fun and festive touch to your Halloween celebration. Don’t worry – here’s an amazing line-up of fun Halloween activities for kids- the stuff fond memories are made of! These fun Halloween games are great for when a rainy Halloween strikes or when you want to throw a fun Halloween party.
Fun Halloween Games For Halloween Parties
The Halloween season is the perfect time to celebrate with exciting activities and festive fun for the whole family. From visiting a pumpkin patch and exploring a haunted house to joining a costume contest and enjoying live music, there are so many ways to embrace the spooky season. Many Halloween events feature food trucks, live shows, and other forms of live entertainment, making it easy to find something everyone will love. Whether you’re dressing up in creative Halloween costumes or watching classic horror movies, this time of year is all about laughter, thrills, and unforgettable memories. Here are some entertaining Halloween-themed games suitable for various ages:
Mummy Race
Get your kids’ party wrapped in no time at all with this hilarious dress-up race!
You will need
- 1 roll of toilet paper per player
- Music player
How to play
- Divide the guests into teams of two and hand out a roll of toilet paper to each player.
- Draw a start and finish lines for the race.
- Play some fast music for a minute, during which one team member must dress up the other from head to toe with toilet paper. Make sure the face is left free though.
- Once all the “mummies” are completely wrapped, have them line up behind the start line.
- On the word “Go,” everyone must race to the finish line.
- The first one past the finish line wins the race.
Gross Guessing Game
Plenty of squeals and giggles guaranteed with this grossly goofy game!
You will need
- 5 bowls
- Black felt covers for each bowl OR blindfolds for all the players
- Foods that feel slimy or sticky or plain gross to the touch. Try prepared pudding, cold spaghetti or noodles, pomegranate seeds, jello worms, peeled grapes, etc.
How to play
- Place one item in each bowl and cover with the black felt.
- Alternatively, blindfold all the participants and lead them to the open bowls.
- Let everyone guess what they’re touching.
- Correct guesses get the yucky stuff as a prize!
Dodge the Witch’s Hat
You don’t want to step on the witch’s hat, do you now?
You will need
- A large picture of a witch’s hat
- Music
How to play
- Tape the picture to the middle of the floor.
- Invite the players to form a circle around the picture and shut their eyes. Peeking gets you out of the game.
- When the music starts, everyone must walk or skip or hop around the circle.
- When it stops, everyone must freeze and open their eyes.
- Those standing on the hat are out of the game.
- After several rounds of elimination, the last player to avoid stepping on the hat wins the game!
Ghost Hunt
Hide small ghost cutouts or other Halloween-themed items around the house or yard for a scavenger hunt.
Monster Freeze Dance
Play Halloween music and have a dance party. When the music stops, everyone must freeze like a Halloween monster until the music starts again.
5 More Fun Halloween Activities
Halloween is a fantastic time for fun and spooky activities, especially for kids. Here are some Halloween activities that children can enjoy:
Make A Trick-or-Treat Tote
Spend a crafty fall afternoon designing a fun trick-or-treat tote bag your little witch or wizard can use for Halloween.
You will need
- Canvas tote bag
- Tempera paints in fall colors
- Paper plates
- Paintbrush
- Decorative stuff like glitter, wiggly eyes, colorful buttons, stickers, etc.
- Scissors
- Fabric glue
- Old newspapers
How to make a Trick-or-Treat Tote
- Spread out the newspapers over your work area to collect any spills.
- Pour out a small amount of paint on the paper plate.
- Now decorate the canvas bag by dipping the paintbrush in the paint and creating Halloween-themed pictures of ghosts, black cats, skulls and crossbones, etc. Feel free to use your fingers, nails elbows or any other “painting apparatus.”
- Glue the decorative items on the bag.
- Let the bag dry thoroughly before you go trick or treating and talk to your kids about Halloween safety tips before they go out.
Pumpkin Carving
Let kids get creative with carving pumpkins. Use safe carving tools and let them design their own spooky or silly faces. Or try this DIY Pumpkin Decor Tutorial
Decorate Halloween Cookies
Bake and cool Halloween-shaped cookies (ghosts, pumpkins, bats) and let the kids decorate them with icing, sprinkles, and candies.
Bobbing for Apples
Set up a classic bobbing for apples station. Make sure to have a basin of water and apples for some old-fashioned Halloween fun.
Spooky Movie Night
Set up an outdoor or indoor movie night with kid-friendly Halloween movies and provide blankets and popcorn.
Conclusion
Halloween activities for kids are a wonderful way to spark creativity, encourage imagination, and make lasting memories together. Whether you’re crafting spooky decorations, carving pumpkins, or enjoying a costume parade, these festive traditions bring excitement and joy to children of all ages. With a little planning and plenty of Halloween spirit, you can create fun-filled moments that make this season extra special for your family. Remember to consider the age group of the children when planning activities and ensure that everything is safe and age-appropriate. These Halloween activities will surely make the celebration memorable for the kids!
These are a few my favorite Halloween activities for kids. Plus you may enjoy a Halloween spider craft for kids. What are your favorite Halloween activities and games for kids? Are you hosting a Halloween party this year and which activities will you try out?
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Deltarune says
This is the ultimate guide for turning Halloween into a kid-friendly circus of fun! Who knew wrapping someone in toilet paper or guessing what slimy stuff they’re touching could be so entertaining? The Dodge the Witch’s Hat game sounds like a high-stakes dance-off where falling over is practically a win condition. And lets be real, crafting a personalized trick-or-treat bag is the best kind of craft – messy and involving glitter. While some activities might require a mild disaster plan, these games perfectly capture that chaotic, delightful Halloween spirit where more glue and gunk equals more laughter.
devirsoft says
Such a fun and creative list! These Halloween activities are perfect for keeping kids entertained while making unforgettable spooky memories.
Rachel says
What a fun roundup of Halloween ideas! I love how you included things like a treat trail and even spooky haunted places to explore. The mention of a book club for little ghosts is such a cute and creative touch — perfect for families who enjoy mixing reading fun with Halloween adventures!
Zain Wahid says
What a fun roundup of Halloween ideas! I love how you included things like a treat trail and even spooky haunted places to explore. The mention of a book club for little ghosts is such a cute and creative touch — perfect for families who enjoy mixing reading fun with Halloween adventures!
Sophia Jeck says
These Halloween ideas are absolutely delightful! I love how each activity blends creativity and fun — from the Mummy Race to decorating trick-or-treat totes. It’s wonderful to see options that bring families together while sparking kids’ imagination.
Nadia says
Wonderful post! These Halloween activity ideas are fun, creative ,and perfect for keeping kids entertained and engaged. I especially love how the list balances spooky excitement with safe, family-friendly fun!
Sybil Vesper says
What a fantastic and comprehensive list of Halloween activities for kids! You’ve covered everything from creative crafts and spooky games to delicious treats, making it easy for any family to create magical Halloween memories. This is exactly the kind of practical, fun-filled guide parents need to plan a memorable and engaging spooky season. Thanks for putting together such a wonderful resource
Moumita says
We did a “candy scavenger hunt” around the yard last year and it was a surprise favorite! Definitely bringing that one back — but I might make it spookier with glow sticks this time