Not up for leaving the house this Halloween? You don’t need to go outside to enjoy a spooktacular Halloween at home, from playing some awesome Halloween-themed games to trying out spooky activities, and there’s something adults and kids can enjoy equally! Plus, they’ll make great Halloween party ideas.
There are loads of fantastic family games and things to do at home this year, so we’ve rounded up 10 different Halloween-themed games and activities for you to try this year!
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- Witch Hat Ring Toss
Put a spooky twist on the classic game of ring toss and try to throw the rings over a witch’s hat! Simply place the witch’s hat in the middle of the room, point, aim, and fire! Feeling more adventurous? Why not make your very Halloween-themed bean bag toss game with ghosts, skeletons, Frankenstein or Dracula? The possibilities are endless! - Pumpkin Bowling Game
Bowling at home is a great game to kickstart your Halloween night in and it’s quick and easy to give this game a spooky twist! You can create some mini pumpkin balls, and if you want the extra bit of creepy fun, use toilet roll holders to create some creepy ghosts as bowling pins… - Eyeball Dig
Fancy digging around for some eyeballs? This gore-filled game is the ultimate Halloween treat to enjoy on your Halloween family night in, and it’s easy to set up. Get yourself some plastic eyeballs and a large bowl and fill it with red or orange tissue paper or even cooked spaghetti for the ultimate slimy experience… Don’t fancy buying eyeballs? You can even make your own eyeball ping pong balls! All you have to do is place sticky eyes on the balls to make ping png balls with eyeballs!
- Make Slime
Nothing says Halloween more than some gruesome slime! Make your own slime using our handy guide! (Making it is half the fun, too!). Feeling extra spooky? Why not add some plastic spiders, creepy crawlies or skeletons to the slime too? You can even choose the colour – will you opt for green, purple or black slime? The options are endless once you have your slimy creation. - Pin The Spider On The Web
Another twist on a popular party game, try to pin the spider on the web! You can get crafty and make your very own spider web out of string and craft sticks, or even draw one on a piece of paper! Grab your paper or plastic toy spider, and get pinning! Most shops will have spider webs if you don’t fancy getting hands-on, but this is a classic fun game to get your family Halloween party going! - ‘Thriller’ Dance Off
Hands up if you’ve ever tried to do the iconic ‘Thriller’ dance? The song is often a Halloween party favourite, so put your skills to the test and take to the dancefloor for a bit of healthy competition to see who can do it best. It’s the perfect party activity; ‘Cause this is thriller, thriller night! - Outdoor Halloween Scavenger Hunt
Head off on an outdoor Halloween/Ghost hunt and see how many skeletons, pumpkins, or even ghosts you can spot! It’s a fun way to get in the spooky spirit and even find some inspiration to decorate your own house or garden with some special Halloween decorations. - Glow In The Dark Indoor Scavenger Hunt
Time for another exciting game! Turn off all the lights, put on your best detective hats and enjoy a scavenger hunt with a difference… Pick up some glow-in-the-dark mini spiders and hide them around the house for a special after-dark game… - Apple bobbing
Nothing says autumn quite like some crisp and crunchy apples, and they make for the perfect Halloween activity! All you need is a large bucket to fill with some water and float some apples, and then dive in head first to see if you can pick up one of these pieces of fruit! This is such a fun idea and is definitely one of our favourites! - Make Harry Potter-inspired Potion
Feel like a true witch or wizard in the making, and get creative as you create your very own potions! There’s no magic involved, and you may even have everything you need already in your cupboards. It’s a fun idea for adults and kids!
With our Halloween games and activities, you’ll be set up for hours of fun! From spooktacular games for kids to epic games for adults, we’ve got you covered! You’ll have loads of fun this half-term and Halloween! Just don’t forget the Halloween party treats!
Looking for more things to do this half term? Check out our top guide to Halloween Events in the UK, and the Best Places to go Pumpkin picking. We’ve also put together a list of Free things to do this Halloween! So, whatever your half-term and Halloween plans are, it’s guaranteed to be extra spooktacular!