Halloween isn’t only about trick-or-treating, you can create the ultimate halloween experience and turn your home into a haunted house.
Whether you’re planning a night with friends, family, or kids, these activities will help you create an unforgettable and spooky Halloween party at home.

Here are 10 of the best Halloween activities to enjoy in the comfort of your home.

Transform your living room into an immersive Halloween escape room. With a printable escape room kit, you can challenge your guests with puzzles, creepy riddles, and haunted mysteries. It’s one of the most exciting Halloween activities at home, perfect for both adults and kids who love spooky adventures.

Switch off the lights, gather around with candles, set up the scene and give it the tone… it’s time for scary Halloween stories.
From creepy urban legends to haunted folklore, storytelling has always been at the heart of Halloween. By the fire or on the couch, horror and scary stories will give you chills, perfect for a halloween night. Make it even scarier by whispering or adding sound effects.

Nothing sets the mood like a good horror movie marathon. Pick classics such as Halloween, The Conjuring, or family-friendly choices like Hocus Pocus. Prepare popcorn, dim the lights, and let the screams fill your living room.

From “Bloody Mary” to other spooky rituals, Halloween is the perfect night to try creepy (but safe) challenges. Just remember: these Halloween rituals are best enjoyed for fun — keep the atmosphere spooky without going too far.

Halloween isn’t complete without costumes. Organize a contest to see who has the scariest, funniest, or most creative outfit. Add categories or theme to make it even more fun.

Carving pumpkins is a timeless Halloween tradition. Challenge your guests to carve the most terrifying Jack-O’-Lantern. Line them up, place candles inside, and vote for the winner. It’s spooky, creative, and makes for perfect Halloween decorations.

If you love board games, why not make them spooky? Games like Betrayal at House on the Hill, One Night Ultimate Werewolf, or even a Halloween-themed trivia game can keep everyone entertained all night long.

Get creative in the kitchen by preparing Halloween-themed food and cocktails. From “bloody” mocktails to ghost-shaped cookies, spooky snacks bring flavor and fun to your Halloween party at home. You can even turn it into a mini cooking challenge.

This simple but thrilling game is perfect for groups. Blindfold one participant, turn off the lights, and let the others try to scare them with sounds, touches, or props. The suspense and unexpected jumps make it one of the funniest (and scariest) Halloween activities.

At midnight, turn your home into a haunted house. Hide spooky objects or “ghost tokens” around the rooms, light a few candles, and let players explore in the dark. Add creepy background music for an even more chilling atmosphere.