Halloween is one of my family’s favorite holidays. In fact, this year we’re throwing a big Halloween costume bash and inviting a lot of my son Kai’s classmates over to celebrate before we go trick-or-treating. I’ve been on the hunt for some cute and do-able games to make and play for the big night. Here are some Halloween games that are adorable, easy to create, and will get the kids excited. Check them out in the slideshow.
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Halloween Games
Pin the Spider on the Web
Here’s spooky (and oh-so-cute) take on the classic pin-the-tail-on-the-donkey game. Best part: It’s sure to keep your kids busy for a while. Blind fold ‘em, spin ‘em, and watch ‘em go as you both laugh the whole time. Get the project details.
Photo credit: Ella Claire Inspired
Feed the Monster Halloween Game
Here’s an inexpensive but clever game idea that doubles as a party decoration. Simple cut a hole out from a large box covered in fabric and decorated with large eyes and feather boa arms. At your party, or just at home for fun, feed the monster with balls, dirty socks, or basically anything you have lying about. Get the project details.
Photo credit: Tried and True
Candy Corn Relay Race
Candy corn—you either love it or you hate it. We love it—especially when you involve it in a relay race. Make candy corn construction paper cones and instruct the kids to pick up the candy corn with a spoon and run back. You can make a whole obstacle course or keep it simple. The possibilities are endless. Get the project details.
Photo credit: The Inspired Treehouse
DIY Monster Mash Toss Game
Here’s a quick DIY game that you can create in a matter of minutes. All you need is basically a printer, a glue gun, tin cans, and a tennis ball. Print some already-made-for-you Halloween design wrappers, glue them on a few tin cans, and voila—project completed. Get the project details.
Photo credit: Craftaholics Anonymous
Glow-in-the-Dark Ring Toss
Turn off the lights and turn on the black light if you have one for a super fun game of ring toss. Decorate bottles with glow-in-the-dark duct tape and use glow-in-the-dark bracelets as the rings. It's super easy and super cute. Get the project details.
Photo credit: A Pumpkin and a Princess
Halloween Golf Game
How adorable is this Halloween golf game? Carve a face with an extra-large mouth out of a faux pumpkin, available at any craft store. Then use a toy golf set to try to make a hole in one. Get the project details.
Photo credit: A Girl & a Glue Gun
Halloween Bingo
Nothing is more fun than yelling out “Bingo!” Add extra enjoyment to the game by adding a Halloween flair. As a sweet treat, use candy corn as the game’s markers. Get the project details.
Photo credit: Crazy Little Projects
Halloween Mystery Bowls
Transform your kitchen into a mad science laboratory by making mystery bowls to look like specimens for your Halloween bash. Then fill them with dried bat wings (beef jerky), fresh rat heart (wet mushroom), and chopped zombie brain (cooked ziti pasta). This will add the gross factor that kids love on Halloween. Ge the project details.
Photo credit: Paging Super Mom
Mummy Bowling
Transform your kid’s plastic bowling set into a Halloween party game with some easy DIY touches. Simply wrap the bowling pins and bowling ball with white party streamers. Decorate with googly eyes and a mini ribbon bow. Told you it was easy. Get the project details.
Photo credit: Giggles Galore
Pumpkin Tic Tac Toe
Here’s a fun twist on everyone’s favorite: tic tac toe. Make a board directly on your table using washi tape. For the game pieces use mini orange and white pumpkins. Best part: The game doubles as a festive table centerpiece. Get the project details.
Photo credit: It’s Overflowing
Candy Corn Witch Pitch
Happy Halloween, witches! Here’s a game that your kids will happily play (and sneak a few sweet treats while they are at it). Simply cut out a witch hat from foam board and hot glue mini cauldrons on top. Then let the kids see how many candy corns they can toss in. How adorable. Get the project details.
Photo credit: Chica and Jo