13 Fun Halloween Activities For You To Consider

Halloween isn’t just about candy (though, let’s be honest, that’s a huge part). It’s about creating memories with friends and family, laughing at silly costumes, and trying games that are just spooky enough to keep everyone entertained. If you’ve ever thought, “What else can we do besides trick-or-treating?”—then you’re in for a treat. These 13 Halloween Activities will make your night unforgettable, and yep, I’ve personally tested a few (don’t judge my pumpkin bowling skills). Ready to play? Let’s jump in!

1. Halloween Bowling

Okay, this one is ridiculously fun. Grab some empty cans or toilet paper rolls, decorate them like ghosts, mummies, or pumpkins, and line them up as your bowling pins. Use a small pumpkin as your bowling ball (FYI, it’s trickier than it looks—pumpkins don’t exactly roll straight). Kids love it, adults secretly get competitive, and it’s perfect for indoor or outdoor parties.

👉 Want a spooky backdrop for your bowling alley? Try these indoor Halloween décor ideas.

2. Pick Your Poison

Think of this as Halloween’s spin on the classic guessing game. Fill bottles or jars with “mystery drinks” (non-alcoholic or cocktails—your choice). Label them with spooky names like “Witch’s Brew” or “Zombie Blood.” The brave souls take a sip, and the crowd tries to guess what it is. Spoiler: pickle juice has ended more friendships than Monopoly. 🙂

If you’re setting up a drink station, a Halloween coffee bar can double as your spooky tasting corner.

3. Halloween Jeopardy

Who doesn’t love a good trivia game? Create categories like “Classic Horror Movies,” “Creepy Creatures,” or “Halloween Candy Facts.” Use a board or even PowerPoint to set it up. This one gets loud and competitive, but that’s half the fun. Bonus points if you make the winner wear a goofy witch hat as their crown.

For a themed backdrop, go with vintage Halloween décor to give it extra charm.

4. Cheeseballs Count

Yes, cheeseballs. Get a clear jar, fill it up, and have everyone guess how many are inside. Simple, quick, and surprisingly suspenseful. The winner takes the jar home (and probably regrets it later when they realize they just committed to eating 500 cheeseballs).

This activity pairs perfectly with a Halloween mantle display to show off your prize jar.

5. Costume Contest

This is the big one. Let’s be real—half the reason people show up is to flex their creativity. Categories make it more fun: “Scariest Costume,” “Funniest Costume,” “Best DIY Costume,” or “Most Likely to Scare Grandma.”

Need outfit inspo? Check out these Halloween costume ideas for women.

6. Poke A Pumpkin

This one’s basically the Halloween version of a prize wall. Create a big pumpkin board with cups covered in orange tissue paper. Inside each cup, hide a little prize or candy. Guests “poke” through the tissue to claim their mystery treat. It’s easy to set up, cheap, and kids lose their minds over it.

Set it up near your Halloween entryway décor for a photo-worthy spot.

7. Witch Pitch

Grab a few witch hats, place them on the floor, and have players toss rings (glow sticks work great) to land on the hat points. It sounds easy until you realize glow sticks bounce around like they’ve had too much sugar. A great outdoor game, especially if you light it up at night.

Pair it with Halloween yard decorations for maximum spook factor.

8. Zombie Eye Toss

Think cornhole, but creepier. Paint ping pong balls like eyeballs (gross, I know) and toss them into pumpkin buckets or jars. First to land all their eyeballs wins. It’s equal parts disgusting and fun—aka perfect for Halloween.

Your setup will look killer if you use Halloween porch decorations.

9. Suspects

Love a good mystery? Play a murder-mystery game where everyone has a character and you try to figure out “whodunit.” Dress up as your character, lean into the role, and watch the drama unfold. Pro tip: choose a host to guide the game or it can spiral faster than you can say “Clue.”

Make it dramatic with moody Halloween décor.

10. Candy Corn Toss

This one’s deceptively tough. Set up small cups or buckets at different distances, then try tossing candy corn pieces into them. Whoever lands the most wins. Fair warning: you’ll probably eat half the candy corn before the game starts.

Add some flair with easy Halloween decorations around the toss area.

11. Prickly Spiders

Here’s a crafty one. Use Velcro balls and a web target (you can make one from yarn or buy a cheap version). Players throw the balls at the web to “catch” spiders. It’s simple but addictive, and younger kids especially love it.

Pair it with Halloween bathroom décor if you want to surprise guests in the least expected spot.

12. Ball Roll

Think of it like skee-ball with a Halloween twist. Cut holes in a cardboard board, label them with spooky names and point values, then roll small balls to land in the holes. It’s DIY, creative, and gets competitive real quick.

To set the scene, check out Halloween living room décor.

13. Halloween Targets

Last but not least, channel your inner vampire hunter. Make or print spooky targets (bats, zombies, or ghosts) and use bean bags, Nerf guns, or even water balloons to hit them. Safe, silly, and perfect for kids or adults who still act like kids. (Guilty as charged.)

Set this one up outdoors with farmhouse Halloween décor to complete the vibe.

Conclusion

And there you have it—13 Halloween Activities that prove you don’t need to rely only on candy and horror movies to have a blast. From goofy bowling with pumpkins to full-on murder mystery drama, there’s something here for every type of Halloween fan. The best part? Most of these are budget-friendly, easy to set up, and guaranteed to get people laughing. So go ahead, pick a few (or all) of these games and make this Halloween one for the books. Who knows—you might just start a new tradition.