Planning a Halloween party and looking for some budget-friendly game ideas? Look no further! Hosting a spooktacular event doesn’t have to break the bank. With a little creativity and a touch of Halloween magic, you can keep your guests entertained with these ten fun and inexpensive games. From thrilling challenges to silly activities, these games are sure to add a dash of excitement to your Halloween gathering without draining your wallet.
Mummy wrap relay
Divide your guests into teams of two or more. Provide each team with a roll of toilet paper or crepe paper. On the sound of a Halloween-themed song, one team member acts as the mummy while the other wraps them from head to toe. The first team to completely wrap their mummy wins the race.
Halloween trivia
Prepare a list of Halloween-themed trivia questions related to movies, folklore, history, and general Halloween knowledge. Divide your guests into teams and host a trivia game. Award points for correct answers, and the team with the most points at the end wins a spooky prize.
Witch’s hat ring toss
Set up a row of witch’s hats or cauldrons at varying distances. Provide guests with rings made from glow sticks or plastic rings. Each player takes turns trying to toss the rings onto the witch’s hats. Assign different point values to each hat, and the player with the highest score after several rounds wins.
Bobbing for apples
This classic Halloween game never fails to entertain. Fill a large basin or tub with water and float several apples in it. Players take turns trying to grab an apple using only their mouths, without using their hands. The player who successfully retrieves the most apples within a time limit wins.
Guess the horror movie
Create a Halloween movie trivia game focused on horror films. Play short clips or describe iconic scenes from popular horror movies, and guests have to guess the movie title. Offer multiple-choice options for those who need a hint. The person with the most correct guesses wins the game.
Ghostly limbo
Set up a limbo pole using a broomstick or a long pole decorated with spooky Halloween items like spider webs or ghosts. Play Halloween-themed music and have guests take turns trying to pass under the limbo pole without touching it or falling. Gradually lower the pole after each successful round. The person who can limbo the lowest without touching the pole wins the game.
Pin the smile on the skeleton
A Halloween twist on the classic party game, “Pin the Tail on the Donkey.” Hang a large skeleton picture on the wall and cut out smiling mouths. Blindfold each participant, spin them around, and have them try to place the smile on the skeleton’s face. The person who gets closest to the correct position wins.
Ghostly freeze dance
Play some Halloween-themed music and have your guests dance around. When the music stops, everyone must freeze in their position. Anyone caught moving is out. The game continues until there is only one person left standing. It’s a fun and energetic game that will get everyone into the Halloween spirit.
Guess the candy
Fill a jar with a mixture of different Halloween candies and have your guests guess the number of candies in the jar. Provide slips of paper for them to write down their guesses. The person with the closest estimate wins the entire jar of candies. It’s a simple yet entertaining game that will satisfy any sweet tooth.
Spooky bean bag toss
Set up a bean bag toss game with a Halloween twist. Create a target board by painting or decorating large cardboard cutouts in Halloween themes such as pumpkins, witches, or ghosts. Cut out holes of varying sizes and assign different point values to each hole. Guests can take turns tossing bean bags and earn points based on which hole they successfully land in. This game is not only fun and competitive but also an affordable option as you can create the target board using recycled materials or inexpensive craft supplies
Costume fashion show
Encourage your guests to show off their creative Halloween costumes with a costume fashion show. Set up a catwalk area where participants can strut their stuff while others cheer them on. Award prizes for various categories like “Most Creative,” “Funniest,” or “Best Group Costume.” It’s a fantastic way to showcase everyone’s Halloween spirit.
Throwing a Halloween party doesn’t have to be expensive to be enjoyable. With these ten fun and inexpensive games, you can create lasting memories and ensure a fantastic time for your guests. From mummy wrapping to pumpkin decorating, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. So, grab your costumes, gather your friends and family, and get ready for a hauntingly good time this Halloween!