8 Super Fun Halloween Movie Night Ideas At Home 

This post is all about the best Halloween movie night ideas at home. 

Want to celebrate Halloween but not have to leave your house? Get ready to host the perfect Halloween movie night from the comfort of your own home! 

Whether you are hosting a Halloween girls night, Halloween movie date night or you want the celebration to be kid friendly we’ve got you covered! 

From a list of classic Halloween movies, snack ideas and unique party favors, this guide is packed full of ways to put together a cozy night in with your loved ones to celebrate the spooky season! 

DIY Halloween Movie Night Ideas 

1. Choose the right Halloween movie for an unforgettable movie night 

Depending on if you are hosting a family movie night or snuggling up for a Halloween date night with your loved one there are a variety of Halloween movies to choose from! 

I am a scaredy cat and don’t like horror movies so I complied a list of Halloween movies that offer that festive flair without the nightmares! 

Here are some of the best family-friendly Halloween movies: 

• The Nightmare Before Christmas
• Casper
• Hotel Transylvania 
• Hocus Pocus 
• Halloweentown 
• Monster House
• It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown 
• Scooby-Doo
• Frankenweenie
• Goosebumps
• Gremlins 
• Monsters Inc.
• Coraline
• The Addams Family
• Twitches
• Beetle Juice
• The Haunted Mansion E.T.
• Ghostbusters

2. Make cute Halloween movie night invitations

I absolutely love using Canva to make my party invitations like the one above! There are so many awesome fonts and graphics to choose from. 

You can also make your own invitations with paint and stickers! Either way, sending invitations in the mail just makes the movie night feel special and a bit nostalgic. 

3. Make a Halloween snack board as a fun way to display your Halloween party food

Everyone loves a fun and festive charcuterie board. And since it’s Halloween,  candy can be added to the board to brighten it up and make it more fun! 

Try to thrift round trays or use one that you already own to hold all of your themed treats. 

Here are some Halloween snacks to add to your snack board: 

• Candy corn 
• Flavored popcorn 
• Pumpkin chocolate chip muffins 
• Caramel apple slices with candy eyes
• Whole candy apples on a stick 
• Popcorn balls/rice crispy treats with orange and black sprinkles 
• Cupcakes with Halloween sprinkles  
• Pumpkin-shaped cookies 
• Mandarin oranges since they look like mini pumpkins 
• Pumpkin-shaped pretzels and peanut butter
• Orange and black Halloween Oreos 
• Orange “cheese” puffs
• Red/yellow/orange peppers, carrots and dipping sauce 

There are so many cute Halloween treats to choose from and it can be fun to get creative with the names of the sweet treats as well! 

Try to use reusable dishware or here are some great eco-friendly disposable plates guests can use. 

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4. Decorate for movie night with DIY Halloween decor

Get crafty with cute Halloween decor! Halloween is one of my favorite holidays to decorate for because you can incorporate so many natural materials, upcycling and DIY Halloween crafts. 

Here are some Halloween decorations to make:

• DIY Halloween wreath
• Carved pumpkins or painted pumpkins 
• A festive reusable tablecloth for your snack area
• Halloween chalkboard sign for when guests arrive 
• String lights, candles, and dim lighting for a cozy atmosphere 
• Any orange, black, or yellow blankets and pillows 
• Decorate your coffee table with bowls of candy
• Printable Halloween wall art 
• DIY Halloween costumes like cat ears or face paint 

*Check out your local thrift store for cheap Halloween decor or make your own with the ideas above! 

5. Press play on a fun Halloween playlist when guests arrive

As guests arrive play a fun Halloween playlist as they get cozy and get their Halloween snacks. 

Here is a free premade playlist that features cozy ambience Halloween music and sounds!

Or you can make your own playlist with the Halloween songs below: 

• “Thriller” by Michael Jackson
• “Monster Mash” by Bobby “Boris” Pickett
• “Ghostbusters” by Ray Parker Jr.
• “Disturbia” by Rihanna
• “E.T.” by Katy Perry
• “Sweet but Psycho” by Ava Max
• “Cannibal” by Kesha
• “She Wolf” by Shakira
• “Witch Doctor” by David Seville
• “Bad Guy” by Billie Eilish
• “This Is Halloween” from The Nightmare Before Christmas
• “Time Warp” from The Rocky Horror Picture Show
• “A Nightmare on My Street” by DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince
• “The Addams Family Theme” by Vic Mizzy
• “Main Title” from Halloween by John Carpenter
• “Purple People Eater” by Sheb Wooley
• “Demons” by Imagine Dragons
• “Somebody’s Watching Me” by Rockwell
• “Werewolves of London” by Warren Zevon
• “Feed My Frankenstein” by Alice Cooper
• “Spooky, Scary Skeletons” by Andrew Gold
• “The Devil Went Down to Georgia” by The Charlie Daniels Band

6. Opt for an outdoor Halloween party 

Why not switch things up and host an outdoor Halloween party? Pick up an affordable mini projector like this one and put up a white sheet to display your movie. 

A great place to display your Halloween movie is on your garage door. Then you can set up lawn chairs and cushions for people to relax in. 

Be sure to have baskets of extra blankets if you live in an area that gets cool in October! 

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7. Have a few Halloween activities during your cozy evening 

The main event is of course the Halloween movie but as people are munching on their Halloween snacks you can set up a few games and Halloween activities for them to enjoy.

Here are some fun Halloween party activity ideas:

• Costume contest with prizes 
• Photo booth with fun Halloween props 
• DIY Halloween garland making section
• Halloween coloring sheets  
• Halloween bingo or trivia 
• Halloween cookie decorating station
• Pumpkin carving or pumpkin painting 

8. Send guests home with Halloween party favors

To thank your guests for coming and continue on the Halloween spirit, send them home with a small gift and treats! 

Here are some ideas for adult Halloween party favors: 

• Assortment of Halloween candies: chocolate, sour, and gummy goodies
• Spooky snacks made from local bakeshops
• Mini pumpkin and decorating kit with stickers or paint 
• Halloween stickers or temporary tattoos
• Soap in Halloween shapes 
• Halloween-themed photo frames (for the photo booth photos)
• Candle making kit 
• Halloween-themed bath salts 
• Mini Halloween puzzle 

I hope this post inspired you with some fun and cozy ways to enjoy your Halloween night! Between choosing the best spooky snacks, Halloweens decorations and fun movies there are plenty of ways to make it a fun and festive night. Enjoy your halloween movie night party! 

Have any other Halloween movie night ideas? Let us know in the comments below! I’m sure others in the community would love to learn from you as well!

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Stay well, 

Maggie 

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