Easy and Fun Kids Halloween Games for Classrooms & Parties

Planning a Halloween party or classroom celebration? Keep kids laughing and engaged with these easy and fun Halloween games! Whether you’re looking for no-prep options or hands-on group activities, this list is packed with kid-friendly ideas that bring just the right amount of spooky fun without the stress. Perfect for all ages and settings, these games are sure to make your Halloween event a hit!

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Halloween Games for Kids

Planning Halloween fun for kids? Whether you’re throwing a classroom party or hosting a neighborhood bash, it helps to have a mix of games ready to go. This list includes both no-prep games you can play on the fly and some easy-to-set-up options that add a little extra spooky flair to your celebration.

Why Are these Halloween Games good for School Parties?

These Halloween games are perfect for school parties because they’re fun, easy to manage, and work well in group settings. Many of the activities encourage teamwork, creativity, and movement—all while keeping the spooky spirit light and kid-friendly. Plus, with a mix of prep and no-prep options, teachers and room parents can quickly adapt them to fit the time and space available.

No-Prep Halloween Games for Kids

These no-prep games require little to no materials, making them perfect for last-minute parties, classroom activities, or when you just need something simple and fun to keep the kids entertained.

1. This or That
   Kids choose between two Halloween-themed options like “ghost or vampire” or “trick or treat.” It’s a quick, fun way to get everyone chatting and laughing.

2. Would You Rather
   Ask silly or spooky “Would You Rather” questions like “Would you rather have a pumpkin head or skeleton feet?” Kids love imagining weird and funny scenarios.

   

3. Scattergories
   Give kids a Halloween-themed category (like costumes, candies, or monsters) and a letter. They race to list as many words as they can that fit both in a set time.

   

4. Finish My Phrase
   A game where you try to match what someone else would say. You have common Halloween words and you try to finish their phrase. 

5. Match That Villain
   Name a Halloween villain or spooky character and have kids shout out what movie or story they come from. You can make it a speed round or team-based challenge.

6. Halloween Charades
   Kids act out Halloween-related words or characters without speaking while others guess. This one works great for mixed ages and can be played anywhere.

7. Halloween Bingo
   Use a printable Halloween bingo card filled with spooky symbols or words. Kids mark off spaces as you call them out and yell “Bingo!” when they win.

8. Broomsticks and Cauldrons
   This printable Halloween board game is a great sit-down activity. Kids move through spaces while trying to slide up the brooms and make it to the end first.

   

9. Halloween Taboo
   Use a Halloween-themed version of the classic word-guessing game. One player describes a word without using certain “taboo” words while others try to guess it.

   

10. Escape Room
    With a ready-to-play Halloween escape room printable, kids solve riddles and puzzles to “escape” within a set time. No setup needed—just print and play. You can download one for smaller kids ages 5-10, or do a wizard room that is geared more towards 8+.

    

Prep Halloween Games for Kids

11. Guess What’s in the Box
    Fill boxes with mystery items like peeled grapes (eyeballs) or cold spaghetti (brains), then let kids reach in and guess what they’re touching. It’s creepy and fun!

12. Mummy Wrap
    Divide kids into pairs and give each team a roll of toilet paper. One child becomes the “mummy” while the other wraps them up—fastest team wins!

13. Dice Candy Game
    Kids sit in a circle and roll a die—each number corresponds to a different candy action like steal, pass, or keep. The game ends when all candy is gone.

    

14. Skeleton Puzzle Race
    Cut up a skeleton template into pieces and hide them around the room. Kids race to find all the pieces and assemble their skeleton first.

15. Scavenger Hunt
    Create a Halloween-themed scavenger hunt (download for free) using spooky clues or riddles. Kids hunt for treats, decorations, or small toys hidden around the party area.

    

16. Spider Web Obstacle Course
    Use string or crepe paper to create a “spider web” across a hallway or room. Kids must crawl, duck, and tiptoe through without touching the web.

Happy Halloween

Halloween parties don’t have to be complicated to be memorable. With a few simple games, some laughter, and a little imagination, you can create a spooky celebration kids will talk about long after the candy is gone. Whether you’re hosting a classroom bash or a neighborhood get-together, these Halloween games are the perfect way to keep the fun going. Happy haunting!