Printable Halloween Party Games
Halloween parties tend to be strong on costumes and decorations and weak on anything to actually do. Printable games fill that gap without adding to the pile of plastic that gets binned on the second of November.
Everything is editable in Canva, so you can pitch the tone where you want it — gentle for a class party, properly gruesome for adults.
Games in this collection
- Halloween bingo — works down to about age five
- Halloween trivia — horror films, folklore and traditions
- Guess the horror film from the emojis
- Word search and word scramble — useful as an arrival activity while people trickle in
- Costume contest ballots and scorecards
- Scavenger hunt sheets for trick or treating or an indoor hunt
- Who am I — name badges with horror characters
Kids party or adult party?
The same game usually works for both with a rewrite. Halloween trivia for children is about pumpkins and black cats; for adults it is about slasher films. Because the templates are editable, one purchase covers both if you host a family party in the afternoon and an adult one at night.
Halloween game questions
What games work for a class Halloween party?
Bingo, word search and a scavenger hunt. All three work with a large group, need no equipment, and can be stopped instantly when the teacher needs the room back.
How do I run a costume contest fairly?
Use printed ballots with categories rather than one overall winner: scariest, funniest, best homemade, best group. More winners, fewer sulks.
What prizes should I give?
Sweets for children. For adults, a bottle or a novelty trophy that gets handed back next year.
Can I make these less frightening for young children?
Yes. Swap the questions and images in Canva for pumpkins, friendly ghosts and autumn themes.
What should I print them on?
Ordinary printer paper. Black backgrounds use a lot of ink, so if that matters, pick a design with a light background or print in draft mode.