We can feel Halloween in the air: the weather has started cooling off, pumpkin lattes are coming back and the shops are starting to fill up with spooky costumes. If you're throwing a haunted house party for your family, kitting your home out with the best Halloween decorations will transform your space.
You don’t have to choose to just focus on zombies, witches or vampires to throw a chilling celebration. Mix and match monsters or themes to come up with your Halloween party idea. We're talking everything from easy Halloween decor to Halloween garden decorations and even Halloween skulls. Let's also not forget the haunting themed food, either!
Inspiration for the best Halloween party ideas
Looking for sugar, spice and all things nice? Of course, we headed straight to Instagram for inspiration on the best Halloween party ideas. From chic pumpkin ornaments to fun balloon spiders, there is a world of shockingly-good Halloween decorations out there. Here are some of our favourites to inspire you before you shop:
The best Halloween decoration for families
If you want it to be out of this world, each room should have different decorations so that your family members are terrified as soon as they walk through the door. Don’t worry, if you’ve got little ones, tailor your house to be more fun than spooky. Here's a list of some our top Halloween family party ideas to help you get planning:
- Pumpkin party
- Spooky scientists
- Mummy’s
- Hocus Pocus
- Ghostbusters
- Monster VS. Aliens
- Pirates
Are you afraid to find out our best decorations for a haunted house? Keep reading to find out how dreadful they really are. 🎃
The best Halloween decorations
Possessed doll
Whether you're throwing a Halloween party or just decorating the house, this eerie doll is guaranteed to have the hairs on the back of your neck stand up. Complete with five creepy phrases, it'll scare you to your core, so keep one eye open. Warning! Watch out for its glowing blue gaze.
Pennywise Icon Light
A nightlight is usually comforting for anyone afraid of the dark, but we've found a creepy light that'll terrify you through the night. Is it just us or does this kind of make Pennywise, sort of cute? Just don't leave it in the guest bedroom, as you might not have many loved ones come around again.
Chandelier Glitter Decoration Set
Sugar, spice and all things nice isn't how you'd usually describe how Halloween decorations have been designed. But how can you not describe a big skull and spider as that when they're covered in glitter? You simply have to. There's literally no downside to this party pack, you even get extra string to hang it up.
Skeleton Raven
Send shivers down spines with this creepy skeleton Raven. The intricate structure stands eight inches tall and its beady eyes will look like they are watching you, wherever you are. Make this bird even more spooky by moving its head and wings in an unusual position.
Halloween Jack O Lantern
When the clock strikes midnight and the lights go out, you'll be thankful you invested in this rustic jack-o'-lantern. Each lamp is different with patterns, knots and splits unique to the wood it's made from. Thanks to the LED operated tea light inside, the creepy face will glow for hours.
Lifesize Skeleton Party Prop
If you want to scare your loved ones to the bones, then this skeleton will take the fright factor up a notch. Standing tall at 5 ft 4, this spooky guy can be posed in whatever position to scare your guests. Just be warned, this isn't for the faint-hearted.
Black Halloween Card
Don't throw any shade on this eerie chandelier. The black cardboard cut out forms a budget-friendly decoration that'll transform any room. This can hang from fixtures or be stuck directly on to your ceiling. Just make sure it's attached securely. The dark decoration also comes with a ghostly gauze drape to take the creepy aesthetic to the next level.
Halloween Photo Booth Props
Whether you've hired a photo booth or you've just got a designated family member taking snaps around your haunted house, these props are a great way to get any party started. You might not be expecting a lot of witches and ghosts to attend this year, but there's 48 pieces to go around - so plenty for years to come. Plus, they're easy to use and come with wooden sticks.
Halloween Bunting
Suitable for all kinds of Halloween celebrations, this set of two buntings will look 'fangtastic' hanging in your front room. One banner has orange and black witches on it, whereas the other has pumpkins and the words TRICK or TREAT spelt out on it. Happy Halloween!
Horror Toilet Decorations
Don't let anyone escape the horror theme with these terrifying toilet stickers. Little gremlins will be scared sh*tless – pardon the pun.
OLX TECH Halloween Bloody Plastic Tablecover
Nothing screams Halloween more than blood! Spook your party guests with this bloody table cover. The only thing scarier than its handprints will be the crumbs leftover from the hauntingly good party food.
Halloween Wreath
This spooky statement piece would usually welcome your friends and family into your home. However, this beautifully creepy maple leaf wreath can be hung with pride all autumn long to be admired from afar. If you want to give this an extra glow, team it with some twinkling fairy lights.
Lights4fun Illuminated Spider Web Halloween Decoration
Add a hint of spooky sparkle to your party with this spider's web. Display this at the entrance of your home to wow your family or showcase it indoors amongst your other Halloween decorations.
Makion Halloween Lights
Halloween wouldn't be complete without pumpkins, right? These LED lanterns will complete any room and give it a super spooky feel. Drape indoors or alternatively use as a border around your doorway to welcome your loved ones in true Halloween style.
LOKIPA Halloween Window Clings Stickers
Give your guests a fright with these Halloween window stickers. The set includes bats, spiders webs, and scary trees. The stickers are super easy to use and don't leave any residue.
All Her Glory Halloween Pumpkin Stickers
Jazz up your pumpkins with these fun stickers that will be sure to get everyone in the Halloween spirit. Pick from a choice of spooky wording from 'Trick or Treat' and 'Boo' to 'Hocus Pocus'.
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Lily Anderson is a writer at Bauer Media, where she tests products for titles such as Heat, Closer, What’s The Best and Mother&Baby.
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