Top 20 Halloween Games to Play at a Party

Looking for the best Halloween party games to keep your guests entertained? Whether you’re hosting kids, teens, or adults, these fun and spooky activities will guarantee laughter, competition, and a night to remember. From classic apple bobbing to creepy murder mysteries, here are the top 20 Halloween games that will make your party unforgettable.

1. Mummy Wrap Game

A hilarious team challenge! Split your party guests into groups and give each team a roll of toilet paper. The first team to wrap one of their members completely into a mummy wins. Bonus fun: let the “mummies” shuffle around for photos or a mummy parade.

Why it’s great: Cheap, simple, and always a crowd-pleaser.

2. Doughnut on a String Challenge

Hang ring-shaped donuts from a broomstick, string, or doorway. Each competitor has their own doughnut, and the first to finish eating it—without using their hands and without licking their lips—wins.

Why it’s great: Messy, silly, and perfect for all ages!

3. Halloween Piñata

Fill a Halloween piñata with candy and treats (store-bought or homemade). Blindfold each player, spin them around, and let them swing until the spooky prize explodes.

Why it’s great: Combines excitement, suspense, and a sweet reward at the end.

4. Murder in the Dark

For older kids, teens, or adults, this game is a creepy favorite. One player is secretly chosen as the “murderer.” As the group mingles in the dark, the murderer winks at their victims, who must fall “dead” dramatically. A detective must solve the mystery before it’s too late.

Why it’s great: Perfect for adding a spooky edge to your Halloween party.

5. Apple Bobbing

A Halloween tradition! Fill a tub with water and float apples on the surface. Each player must grab an apple using only their mouth—no hands allowed!

Why it’s great: Nostalgic, fun, and bound to make everyone laugh.

6. Witches’ Broom Limbo

Use a broomstick as the limbo pole, and play Halloween music as guests see how low they can go. Drop the broom a little lower each round!

7. Halloween Charades

Act out monsters, spooky movies, or Halloween characters while your team guesses. Great for all ages and guaranteed giggles.

8. Scavenger Hunt

Hide Halloween candy or themed trinkets around your home or garden. Give players spooky clues or riddles to find the prizes.

9. Pumpkin Bowling

Line up empty cans or bottles decorated as ghosts and use a small pumpkin as the bowling ball. See who can knock down the most!

10. Spider Web Hunt

Weave a giant “web” from yarn or string around a room. Attach prizes or treats along each strand, and let players follow their path to discover what’s at the end.

11. Ghost Sack Race

Players hop in pillowcases or ghost-themed sacks to the finish line.

12. Witch Hat Ring Toss

Toss rings onto a witch’s hat. Points for each successful throw!

13. Monster Freeze Dance

Dance like monsters while spooky music plays. Freeze when the music stops!

14. Eyeball Relay

Teams race to carry plastic Halloween eyeballs on spoons from one bowl to another. To up the difficulty for older guests make them hop on one leg,

15. Pin the Hat on the Witch

Blindfolded players try to pin a paper hat on a witch poster.

16. Monster Mask Craft & Parade

Decorate masks, then parade around showing off creations.

17. Halloween Bingo

Use a Halloween-themed bingo card. First to complete a row wins candy or small prizes.

18. Eyeball Toss

Toss small ping pong balls (eyeballs) into bowls or cauldrons. Score points for accuracy.

19. Skeleton Puzzle Race

Give each team a skeleton puzzle (or make one from paper) to assemble. Fastest team wins!

20. Glow Stick Hide & Seek

Hide glow sticks in a dark room or yard. Players search with flashlights or in the dark to find them.

Hosting Tip for a Stress-Free Halloween Party

Mix high-energy games (like Mummy Wrap or Piñata) with calmer ones (like Charades or Monster Mask Parade) for a balanced, fun experience. Offer small prizes, glow sticks, or candy to motivate players and add excitement.