15 Easy But Fun Halloween Party Games For Little Kids

1) Balloon Tennis

Fast, fizzy energy with zero learning curve.

What You Need

• Balloons in orange, black or Halloween prints
• Optional rackets made from paper plates and lollipop sticks (a fun craft warm up). Glitter On A Dime has a great tutorial for crafting tennis rackets.
• Optional centre line made with painter’s tape

Set Up

Clear a play space and mark a “net” with tape. Hand out DIY rackets or let kids use their hands.

How to Play

Kids keep the balloon off the floor, batting it back and forth over the “net”. Play short rounds so everyone gets a turn.

Tip

Perfect for building coordination and burning off early energy.

2) Halloween Scavenger Hunt (Indoor)

Clue following fun with big giggles at every find.

What You Need

• Clue cards
• Hidden Halloween themed treats or a small end prize

Set Up

Hide themed items or clue cards around one room or the whole house. Lay out the clue trail so little ones can follow simple steps.

How to Play

Read the first clue together and let the children hunt. Work in pairs so everyone succeeds.

Find out more: Halloween Scavenger Hunt Cards Bundle or grab our free blank Halloween Scavenger Hunt Cards. 

Why It Works

Encourages problem solving, turn taking, and lots of movement without needing to go outdoors.

3) Pumpkin Painting

No carve creativity that toddlers and preschoolers can truly do themselves.

What You Need

• Small pumpkins (one per child)
• Non toxic paints, paint sticks or markers
• Aprons or old shirts and a table covering

Set Up

Cover the table, set out supplies, and show a few easy patterns like dots, stripes, or friendly faces.

How to Play

Let kids paint freely or follow a simple prompt like spooky face or friendly monster. Dry on a tray.

Bonus

I’ve rounded up some brilliant no carve pumpkin decorating ideas over on my other website, Mums Make Lists. There are plenty of ideas to do with kids or that kids can do on their own.

4) Mummy Wrap Race

Ridiculously funny, photo worthy, and great for teams.

What You Need

• Toilet paper (one roll per team)
• Adults or tall kids willing to be the “Mummy”

Set Up

Divide kids into small teams. Each team chooses a “Mummy”.

How to Play

On “Go!”, teams wrap their Mummy as completely as possible. Stop after about a minute. The most wrapped wins.

Tip

Parents make the best Mummies, and the photos are always brilliant.

Mummy Wrap Race is one of the games in our Halloween Minute To Win It Kit. The kit has 8 pre-written game cards, a set of blank cards, plus two scoring sheets (one with our games and one for you to add your own games).

5) Halloween Bingo (Picture Version)

Perfect for mixed ages and calmer party moments.

What You Need

• Picture bingo cards and markers like buttons or sweets
• Caller cards

How to Play

Call or show a picture. Kids cover matches on their boards. First to a line, then full card, wins.

This set of picture Halloween Bingo Cards is great for kids.

6) Candy Corn Counting

Sweet and simple number fun that feels like a treat.

What You Need

• Candy corn or other Halloween sweets
• Small cups or bowls
• A clear jar for the guessing version

How to Play

For counting, let kids sort, stack, or make patterns. For guessing, everyone writes down a number before the big reveal.

A variation on Candy Corn Counting is guessing how many candies are in a jar. Fill the jar with Halloween themed candy and then use this lovely printable from the shop to allow everyone to log their guess.

Grab: Halloween Candy Taste Test Game

You can buy this game on its own or as part of the Halloween Kids Games Bundle, which has 11 fun games for kids to enjoy.

7) Groove and Freeze on Command

Instant party energy and great listening practice.

What You Need

• A Halloween playlist and a speaker
• Space to dance

How to Play

When the music stops, everyone freezes like a statue. Anyone moving does a quick silly forfeit, then rejoins next round.

Variation

Swap in themed actions like creep like a cat, stomp like a monster, or fly like a bat.

8) Halloween Relay Races

Team spirit, big laughs, and plenty of movement indoors or out.

What You Need

• Space for a simple out and back course
• Soft “batons” such as Halloween toys or plastic bones
• Optional obstacles

How to Play

Children run to the marker and back, passing the baton to the next teammate. First team to finish wins.

Make It Themed

• “Witch’s broom” shuffle with a stick between knees
• “Ghost glide” heel to toe walk
• “Pumpkin carry” soft ball balance challenge

Outdoor halloween party games for kids like relay races make for a memorable backyard halloween party idea. They’ll be talking about it long after the party ends.

9) Imaginative Games

Low prep creative play ideas that work beautifully indoors.

Cooperative Storytelling

Kids build a story together, adding twists and characters. Great for teamwork and imagination.

Imaginative Charades

Children act out simple scenarios like friendly monster or black cat while others guess.

Dress Up Relay Race

Race to complete a costume challenge from a basket of dress up items.

10) Sensory Friendly Party Games

Make sure every child can join the fun with accessible, calming options.

Ideas to Include

• Calming sensory bins with rice, sand, or kinetic sand
• Parachute play for gentle movement
• Low stimulation corner with soft music and dim lights

With a mix of inclusive halloween party games, accessible halloween activities for kids, and sensory friendly halloween games, all children can join in and have a great time.

11) Pumpkin Bowling

Classic bowling with a cute Halloween twist.

What You Need

• Lightweight pumpkin ball or small pumpkin
• 6 to 10 plastic bottles decorated as ghosts

How to Play

Roll the pumpkin to knock down ghost pins. Score one point per pin. Simple, satisfying, and full of laughter.

12) Witch Hat Ring Toss

Perfect for practicing aim and focus.

What You Need

• A witch hat (weighted inside) or cone
• Foam or rope rings

How to Play

Stand behind a line and toss rings onto the hat. Move the line closer for toddlers. Simple to reset and replay.

13) Pin the Spider on the Web

A spooky spin on the classic party game.

What You Need

• Large web poster
• Paper spiders with blu tack
• Soft blindfold if suitable

How to Play

Children take turns placing a spider as close to the web’s centre as possible. Skip the blindfold for younger ones.

14) Eyeball Spoon Race

Old school fun that gets kids moving.

What You Need

• Plastic spoons
• Ping pong “eyeballs” or small balls

How to Play

Balance the eyeball on a spoon from start to finish without dropping. Pair up big and little kids for teamwork runs.

15) Ghost Balloon Pop

Collaborative fun with lots of surprises.

What You Need

• White balloons with ghost faces drawn on
• Small activity slips inside (for example “tiptoe like a cat” or “say boo softly”)

How to Play

Pop one balloon together, then everyone performs the silly action inside. Continue until all actions are done.

16) Halloween Truth or Scare

A playful twist on the classic party game, made totally kid friendly.

What You Need

• Halloween Truth or Scare Printable Game
• Scissors to cut out the cards
• A bowl or cauldron to hold them

Set Up

Print and cut out the cards before the party. Pop them in a bowl or spooky container. Gather the kids in a circle so everyone can see and hear each turn.

How to Play

Each player takes turns drawing a card and choosing “Truth” or “Scare.” Truth cards ask silly or spooky themed questions while Scare cards give fun little challenges. Keep turns short and light so the giggles keep flowing.

Why It Works

It’s quick to set up, easy for all ages, and brilliant for breaking the ice. Great for small groups or to wind down after high energy games.

Tip

Pair this with a calm snack break so everyone can share their funniest Truths and Scares while catching their breath between games.

Ready to Play?

Make party prep easy with printable games kids love.

• Halloween Games Bundle For Kids – 11 fun, ready to print games designed for little ones.
• Halloween Indoor Scavenger Hunt Cards Bundle – brilliant rhyming clues and mix and match set up. (link preserved above in the scavenger hunt section)
• Halloween Candy Taste Test Game – a sweet crowd pleaser. (link preserved above in the candy section)

Hosting for Bigger Kids Too?

Planning for older siblings? Pair these little kid games with teen friendly challenges and playlists, or explore our printable sets made for bigger kids.

Grab: Halloween Games Bundle for Teens