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    Home » Halloween » Halloween Games for Kids for Parties and Playdates

    Halloween Games for Kids for Parties and Playdates

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    Halloween is definitely one holiday that has so much party potential! Dressing up and going trick-or-treating is tradition, but kids love getting together to celebrate too! These Halloween games for kids are some of our current favorites!

    The great thing about these games is that you can use them for a mellow Halloween themed playdate with friends or you can go all out and plan an epic celebration with these Halloween party games for kids!

    They work for all kinds of fun! (These games are even fun for the adults!)

    Halloween games for kids are perfect for children of all ages! They're great for parties, for school, and for fun! These easy DIY party games are cheap! Check out the free printable too!

    HALLOWEEN GAMES FOR KIDS

    Costume contests and pinatas are tons of fun for October parties, but these kids Halloween party ideas are easy to put together and can really help you up your game!

    HALLOWEEN I HAVE, WHO HAS

    Some of my favorite Halloween games for kids come from my time teaching. This is one of them but kids love playing it whether they’re at home or school!

    What You Need to Play:

    Printable game cards

    How to Play:

    • The child who has the “I have the first card, who has the acorn?” card goes first.
    • They read their card, then the child who has the acorn card reads theirs.
    • Play continues as each child responds when it is their turn.
    • The game ends when the last child reads their card.
    • There is no winner, but children do enjoy the game, and often cheer for whoever has the last card!

    This is a great game for younger groups of kids who might struggle with not winning games.

    Grade One Snapshot on Teachers Pay Teachers has the fun and affordable set of printable cards for this game!

    Halloween I Have Who Has game

    MUMMY WRAP

    Some Halloween games for kids are best played with a certain number of people. Mummy Wrap works the easiest if the kids can be divided into pairs of two, but it’s also flexible and you can make it work with groups of three if needed.

    What You Need:

    Toilet Paper

    How To Play:

    • Have one child stand still with their arms out and have the other child slowly and methodically wrap their arms, torso, legs, and head with the toilet paper. It will be hard for them to stand still due to all the giggling.
    • If the toilet paper breaks, just tuck it back in and continue wrapping.
    • Take a picture on your phone and show them.
    • Then have the second child get wrapped.

    Compare all of the photos to see who is the winner! Or you can play this Halloween game without a winner as well. The kids will be laughing so hard that they’ll all be winners!

    Halloween candy corn guessing game for kids

    HALLOWEEN CANDY GUESS HOW MANY GAME

    What You Need:

    Clear jar or bowl, Candy Corn

    How To Play:

    • Fill up a clear jar or bowl with candy corn.
    • Have the kids guess how many are in the container.
    • The closest guess wins the candy!

    PUMPKIN RING TOSS

    What You Need:

    6 medium-size pumpkins with good stems (the stems are essential!), Glow-in-the-dark necklaces

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    How To Play:

    Have each kid toss the necklaces trying to “ring” the pumpkin. The one who gets the most on the pumpkins wins! Play at night to get the full effect with the glow factor

    You can use glow-in-the-dark bracelets to make it more challenging for older kids to play!

    KIDS HALLOWEEN PARTY IDEAS: CHARADES

    What You Need:

    Printable Halloween charade cards, Scissors to cut printables, Basket or another container to hold the cards

    You can also just use pieces of paper and write your own cards. But Buggy and Buddy has some great Halloween Charades Cards that are free to print!

    How To Play:

    • Print out the two Halloween charades printables. If you use the printables mentioned above, each page has different Halloween items that can be acted out. (The second page also has some blank spaces to add your own ideas.)
    • Cut out the rectangles with the pictures and words to be guessed and fold them up.
    • Place the folded papers in a container.
    • Take turns drawing a paper from the container and acting it out in front of your audience until they guess it correctly.

    If your child is not yet reading independently, you may want to go over each picture beforehand to be sure they know what each one is! It’s the easiest way to make sure everyone has fun and no one gets frustrated!

    Decorating a pumpkin

    PUMPKIN DECORATING CONTEST

    When it comes to Halloween party games for kids, a pumpkin decorating contest is a staple. Everyone can participate and everyone goes home with their pumpkin so it’s really like everyone wins!

    What You Need:

    Small Pumpkins (no need to hollow out), Glue, Decorations such as washable paint and brushes, stickers, sequins, googly eyes, markers, etc.

    How To Play:

    Let the kids start decorating!. Encourage creativity. Have a judging contest at the end.

    Some of the categories you might judge include:

    • Most Creative
    • Scariest/Spookiest
    • Funniest
    • Most Beautiful
    • Silliest
    • Most Colorful
    • Neatest

    You can have small candy prizes for the winners or just a sticker even! They love having their pumpkins to keep!

    CANDY CORN BINGO

    What You Need:

    Printable Bingo cards (we love this set), Candy Corn

    How To Play:

    • Print out the cards (there are ten different cards).
    • Give one to each participant.
    • Call out the Halloween pics until someone gets a BINGO.

    Halloween candy for Halloween games for kids

    MASQUERADE CHARADES

    Different versions of charades are always fun Halloween games for kids. They’re easy to plan too which makes them a hit in our home!

    What You Need:

    Different kids masks/accessories (for example: cat mask, pirate eye patch, cowboy hat, witch hat, animal nose mask, clown wig, etc.) , Box to hold all the masks/accessories (and this serves as a great storage place after the game is over)

    How To Play:

    • Place all the masks/accessories in the box.
    • With their eyes closed, let the kids pick out an item.
    • Then have them put them on and go around guessing what everyone is.

    Chaos and laughter will ensue! The great thing about this game is that you can usually get a ton of really affordable masks at Target or your local craft store!

    SPIDER TOSS

    What You Need:

    6 small plastic jack-o-lanterns, 12 plastic spiders

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    How To Play:

    • Set up the plastic jack-o-lanterns in a line.
    • Have the kids stand about six feet away from them and try to toss a spider into each.
    • Whoever gets the most in is the winner!

    This is another one of the most flexible Halloween games for kids because you can use different sized pumpkin buckets and change the distance the kids stand from the buckets based on their age and ability level.

    Tub of apples for bobbing for apples

    BOBBING FOR APPLES

    When it comes to kids Halloween party ideas we had to include this classic! I feel like you don’t see apple bobbing happening as often these days. I think that makes it even more fun because it’s often the first time the kids have done it!

    What You Need:

    Tub to hold water, Apples, Towels

    How To Play:

    Simplicity is the key in this tried and true classic Halloween game.

    Just fill the tub with water, put in the apples and let the kids try to get an apple using only their mouth.

    They must keep their hands behind their back while bobbing. Keep the towels handy to dry them off because they will get wet!

    Halloween Games for Kids Printable

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    HALLOWEEN GAMES FOR KIDS PRINTABLE

    If you’re planning a get together this year, grab our printable packet of Halloween party games for kids so you have all of the supply lists and directions on hand! CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD YOUR COPY!

    These games and activities are great for classroom parties, playdates, Mother’s Day out fun, and can even be used at fall festivals and other Halloween-themed celebrations you might be planning!

    Our kids love playing some of Halloween game ideas when we’re just hanging out at home too!

    Comment with your favorite Halloween game! We love new ideas!

    MORE HALLOWEEN FUN FOR KIDS

    • Halloween Jokes for Kids
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    Halloween games for kids are perfect for children of all ages! They're great for parties, for school, and for fun! These easy DIY party games are cheap! Check out the free printable too!

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    About Mariah

    Mariah is the mom of 2 and a former educator (preschool - 4th grade & special education) with a degree in human development. As a busy mom living in with a multi-generational family under one roof (with 4 dogs!), life is sometimes chaotic! She aims to share easy ideas that we can all use in our lives! Read more about Mariah!

    Comments

    1. Abigail Gibson says

      September 28, 2018 at 11:38 am

      My favorite Halloween game is bobbing for apples.

      Reply
    2. Rosanne says

      September 28, 2018 at 11:45 am

      The only game I’ve ever played on Halloween is bobbing for apples. Otherwise the only thing we do is go trick or treating.

      Reply
    3. Adrienne Gordon says

      September 28, 2018 at 12:22 pm

      Ghost in the raveyard is a great one.

      Reply
    4. Margaret Smith says

      September 28, 2018 at 4:16 pm

      Bobbing for apples we love. We try to have a party most years. We love Halloween!

      Reply
    5. Ellie Wright says

      September 28, 2018 at 6:44 pm

      Bobbing for apples is my favorite game for Halloween.

      Reply
    6. Kenneth Helmick says

      September 28, 2018 at 7:43 pm

      Ding dong ditch.

      Reply
    7. Michelle Hill says

      September 29, 2018 at 6:29 am

      I’ve only ever played bobbing for apples.

      Reply
    8. kathy Persons says

      September 29, 2018 at 7:37 am

      We usually have a Fun Family Night at our church andmy kids love the relay races

      Reply
    9. Amanda L. says

      September 29, 2018 at 7:42 am

      My favorite game is bobbing for apples.

      Reply
    10. Cynthia C says

      September 29, 2018 at 10:02 am

      I like Candy Corn Bingo. The kids stay interested in a long time with this game.

      Reply
    11. Julia Baxter says

      September 29, 2018 at 11:42 am

      My favorite Halloween game is bobbing for apples. Unhygienic but fun!

      Reply
    12. Tom says

      September 29, 2018 at 3:11 pm

      Bobbing for apples.

      Reply
    13. Christina Gould says

      September 29, 2018 at 4:24 pm

      My favorite Halloween game is trick or treating, lol. If that doesn’t count, I’ll pick bobbing for apples. Thanks for the giveaway!

      Reply
    14. Debbi Wellenstein says

      September 29, 2018 at 6:54 pm

      We always played “Red Light, Green Light” many, many years ago.

      Reply
    15. Karen says

      September 30, 2018 at 10:55 am

      It has always been bobbing for apples, lots of fun.

      Reply
    16. Barbara Montag says

      September 30, 2018 at 3:07 pm

      We all enjoy Halloween bingo.
      We came across this last year.
      thank you

      Reply
    17. Natalie says

      September 30, 2018 at 3:12 pm

      My favorite is the candy corn bingo! Kids of all ages can participate.

      Reply
    18. Paol Trenny says

      September 30, 2018 at 11:49 pm

      My favorite is bobbing for apples.

      Reply
    19. Antoinette M says

      October 1, 2018 at 10:38 am

      We like the mummy wrap.

      Reply
    20. beth shepherd says

      October 1, 2018 at 12:16 pm

      The kids and I love bobbing for apples! Its so much fun!

      Reply
    21. Sarah L says

      October 1, 2018 at 9:34 pm

      Bobbling for apples is my favorite game.
      Thanks for the contest.

      Reply
    22. Tabathia B says

      October 4, 2018 at 7:34 am

      I would say decorating small plastic pumpkins contest

      tbarrettno1 at gmail dot com

      Reply
    23. Laurie Nykaza says

      October 4, 2018 at 9:35 pm

      Love the ideas for Halloween. My daughter just bought a pumpkin too and cant wait to cut into it and create something fun.

      Reply
    24. Lisa says

      October 6, 2018 at 7:16 pm

      I liked Bobbing for Apples.

      Reply
    25. Keri justice says

      October 7, 2018 at 4:52 pm

      My favorite game for Halloween is bobbing for apples.

      Reply
    26. clynsg says

      October 9, 2018 at 7:21 am

      These would also be great games for any child who has a birthday party around Halloween.

      Reply
    27. Francine Anchondo says

      October 11, 2018 at 9:08 pm

      Halloween Bingo

      Reply
    28. Denise S says

      October 13, 2018 at 8:06 am

      My favorite Halloween game is bobbing for apples.

      Reply
    29. Stephanie Liske says

      October 13, 2018 at 6:37 pm

      Bobbing for Apples was always my favorite.

      Reply
    30. Susan Christy says

      October 13, 2018 at 7:19 pm

      Bobbing for Apples is our favorite!

      Reply
    31. Heather D says

      October 13, 2018 at 9:01 pm

      When I was a kid we would play Ghost in the Graveyard. Which is basically hide and seek at night where we scared each other.

      Reply
    32. Danielle says

      October 14, 2018 at 8:32 am

      Bobbing for apples

      Reply
    33. Christian Alejandro says

      October 15, 2018 at 7:12 pm

      Halloween bingo can be a fun with the littles ones that get overexcited at a win!

      Reply
    34. Jennifer R says

      October 16, 2018 at 11:42 am

      For younger kids the pumpkin ring toss and halloween bingo sounds fun. For my older teens we had a murder mystery party one Halloween that was really fun. You can order the mysteries online and then plan it out with your guests.

      Reply
    35. Anne Higgins says

      October 16, 2018 at 8:43 pm

      We love to play bingo and the kids use M&Ms or gummies as the markers –

      Reply
    36. Daniel M says

      October 17, 2018 at 2:13 pm

      bobbing for apples

      Reply
    37. Kyl Neusch says

      October 17, 2018 at 9:36 pm

      bobbing for apples.

      Reply
    38. Linda K says

      October 18, 2018 at 5:59 am

      Bobbing for apples is the only Halloween game I’m familiar with.

      Reply
    39. Lynne says

      October 18, 2018 at 8:15 am

      I don’t know what the game is called, but I remember being blind folded and then having to touch things like cold spaghetti and jell-o.

      Reply
    40. mami2jcn says

      October 18, 2018 at 8:20 am

      We like decorating pumpkins.

      Reply
    41. Amy Greenwood says

      October 19, 2018 at 3:30 am

      I think charades is probably my favorite game.

      Reply
    42. Kerry P says

      October 19, 2018 at 5:09 am

      Bobbing for apples has always been a favorite…. to watch… not to participate in. But it’s a nice childhood memory!

      Reply
    43. Betty Curran says

      October 19, 2018 at 9:12 am

      Bobbing for apples is my favorite but all of these games look like a lot of fun.

      Reply
    44. Carolyn D says

      October 19, 2018 at 3:17 pm

      The only Halloween game we have played over the past few years is Halloween bingo.

      Reply
    45. Susan Smith says

      October 19, 2018 at 5:39 pm

      My favorite Halloween game is Candy Corn Bingo.

      Reply
    46. AEKZ2 says

      October 19, 2018 at 7:21 pm

      I have not played any Halloween games. I’ve been missing out!

      Reply
    47. BRIAN E. says

      October 19, 2018 at 8:07 pm

      Our kids & their friends love our annual Halloween Party Scavenger Hunt !!!

      Reply
    48. Trisha McKee says

      October 19, 2018 at 8:23 pm

      We love bobbing for apples. Fun game !

      Reply
    49. Sand says

      October 19, 2018 at 10:11 pm

      Bobbing for apples is always fun and it’s a classic!

      Reply
    50. Janine Hwang says

      October 19, 2018 at 10:28 pm

      Candy corn bingo looks fun

      Reply
    51. DUSTY SCHNUR says

      October 19, 2018 at 10:43 pm

      We love to bob for apples but we also usually have a family costume contest for extended family at our Halloween party.

      Reply
    52. Sarah L says

      October 19, 2018 at 10:53 pm

      I still think that bobbing for apples is so fun.
      Thanks for the contest.

      Reply
    53. Lisa Vance says

      October 21, 2018 at 3:39 pm

      Bobbing for apples.

      Reply
    54. Scott says

      October 21, 2018 at 7:13 pm

      Ghost in the Graveyard is a good one!

      Reply
    55. Dana Rodriguez says

      October 22, 2018 at 9:27 am

      These are such fun ideas. Bobbing for apple s has always been a favorite. Thanks for the tips!

      Reply

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