With Halloween fast approaching, it’s time to dust off those messy and cobwebbed Halloween games for kids. Depending on the style of party you’re throwing, you may be looking for Halloween crafts, sticky food games, some races, and team games. A good selection of Halloween games and activities will keep the group engaged and the party going smoothly.

Just a little organization will go a long way, so make sure you have a few more games prepared than you think you’ll need. Games can end quickly or if the kids aren’t interested, a couple of backups can save you from any embarrassment. Prepare all the music, props and prizes before the party and make sure you understand all the rules.

When choosing Halloween games for kids, it’s important to select games that are age appropriate. An older child may love the demon and fear of all the scariest Halloween themes and games, while a careful selection should be made for preschool children.

Young children will love games and themes that involve pumpkins, friendly ghosts, black cats, and a handful of not-so-spooky witches and scarecrows. The little ones prefer simple, short games, nothing that requires too many explanations or has many rules.
Many toddler/preschool games are variations on favorite party games that have been given a Halloween twist. Games like Marshmallow Bobbing (a milder variation of Apple Bobbing), Witch Hunt (based on Scavenger Hunt), and Monster Freeze Dance are fun games for little ones.

Halloween party games can be as diverse as crafts, sticky food games, racing games, team games, or even some good old fashioned Halloween games.

Halloween crafts are a great option as they encourage imagination and creativity and kids will love being able to take home their own special Halloween creation. Crafts can be as varied as making and decorating cookies, producing your own Halloween decorations, painting Halloween faces, or decorating pumpkins.
Older kids will love the squishy, ​​gooey games that can be played with food and can even help them think of ghoulish names for spaghetti intestines or cauliflower brains.
Most traditional Halloween games focus on fall and harvest themes. Many involve apples and fall leaf craft ideas.

Regardless of which Halloween games you choose, be flexible and willing to improvise if necessary. Let the children set the pace in terms of the length of the games. If everyone is enjoying a game then let it continue, if not continue on.
And most importantly Happy Halloween!