This post shares 10 Halloween party themes that your guests will love.
Who doesn’t love a themed out party especially when it comes to Halloween! There are a bunch of different fun ways to approach it that will give your guests a fantastic experience. So, here are my favorite Halloween party themes your guests will die for.
1. 80’s Slasher Theme
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If you’re a retro horror movie fan then this is the party for you!
Classics like Friday The 13th and Nightmare On Elm Street are perfect to inspire your decor and food selection
Be sure to use music from your favorite horror movies to really give off that creepy vibe that will have your guests watching over their shoulder!
2. Zombie Apocalypse
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A zombie themed party has tons of different options especially when it comes to decor!
Using lots of green throughout your decor will help set the mood along with warning signs and emergency lighting
Serving food like blood speckled macarons, finger hot dogs, and a brain shaped cheese ball will really creep out your guests
3. Murder Mystery Dinner
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Assign characters to your guests before they arrive to set things up for your murder mystery party
This is a fun and interactive unlike any other Halloween party you will attend! They are a ton of fun
There are also businesses that will come to your home to facilitate it for you so that you can also be in on the fun
4. Haunted Carnival
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This creepy haunted carnival theme is probably one of my favorites
Think popcorn, cotton candy, creepy carnival games, and fortune-teller booths. Decorate with striped tents and string lights
Be sure to set up a freak who repurposing any of your existing Halloween decorations such as skeletons into carnival worker and such
5. Beetlejuice
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This is much more of a kid friendly option but it can work for kids or adults alike!
I’m obsessed with the centerpiece of this table it truly captures the theme of the movie so well! Plus, it’s a fun DIY!
There are tons of different Beetlejuice themed party food ideas here on Pinterest so go crazy
6. Ghostbusters
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Continuing with the kid friendly Halloween party themes Ghostbusters is such a fun option with endless options for decor and food
Create a spooky centerpiece for your refreshment table with some Green Slime Punch for you and your guests to enjoy
Play karaoke with the Ghostbusters theme song when guests arrive!
7. Haunted Mansion
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Haunted Mansion is a classic for a reason! The spookiness is next level and just the decor you’re looking for when it comes to a haunted house
These Halloween party food ideas would go perfectly with this theme!
I love the use of a wide variety of different themes mixed all into one. It’s bound to awaken your Halloween spirit!
8. Harry Potter
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This theme would work for either kids or adults! Harry Potter is huge in our household so I know so many people would have a blast
Party city has tons of decor options or you can get creative and shop at thrift shops to make your own
Of course, the Great Hall wouldn’t be complete without the floating candles so make sure you pick some up from Amazon
9. Masquerade Ball
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This is a great Halloween party theme for a work party or more formal event where you hire out an event space, but you can still make it work at home too
Decorate with rich, dark colors like deep purples, blacks, and gold, with classy elements like chandeliers, candles, and a few cobwebs for a gothic feel
10. Day of the Dead
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Skulls and beautiful flowers are the main theme throughout the day of the dead
Serve Mexican food including tacos, chips & salsa, nachos along with classic margaritas or sangria!
Conclusion: Halloween Party Themes
We hope our list of the best Halloween party themes helped inspire you for your own party this spooky season. There are a ton of different options with pros and cons with each. However, all of them are sure to be a spooktacular time. Let me know your favorite in the comments.
