The 25 Best Halloween Decorations for a Scary-Good Home
Updated: Nov. 07, 2023
Did someone say spooky season? We found scary-good Halloween decorations for every style.
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Frankenstein Nutcracker
Nutcrackers aren’t just for Christmas, as proven with this wooden Frankenstein version. At 12 inches tall, this green creature is complete with a lantern in his hand, a jack-o’-lantern at his feet and bolts in his neck.
Orange Tree
Sure, you’re familiar with artificial Christmas trees, but what about Halloween trees? This orange option stands 3 feet tall for a unique Halloween decoration that can slide into practically any corner of the house. Plus, at a budget-friendly price, this orange Christmas tree is a no-brainer.
Floating Candles
Harry Potter fans, prepare to create your own Great Hall with these floating candles. To embrace your inner wizard even more, the 10 flameless candles are controlled by a magic wand remote to bring the LEDs to life. They’re so cool that you can even leave them up through Christmas.
13-Foot Jack Skellington
The Home Depot’s 12-foot skeleton is getting a run for its money this year with the new 13-foot Jack Skellington. The Nightmare Before Christmas character glows with LED lights, has a moving head and jaw and recites lines from the famous film. Your house will be the talk among trick-or-treaters!
Coffin Welcome Sign
Welcome your guests into your (haunted) house with this 3.5-foot coffin sign. It has spider and spiderweb details to bring the creep factor to your front porch.
Skull Fire Log
Create the ultimate house of horrors with a skull fire log. Skip the firewood and throw in this massive Halloween decoration for the spookiest campfire. Put it to work in one of the best fire pits or fireplaces. Oh, and if you like this, take a look at this giant skeleton, too.
Hocus Pocus Sanderson Sisters Inflatable
The Sanderson sisters are up to no good again! This 4.5-foot Hocus Pocus inflatable features Winifred, Sarah and Mary holding a sign that says, “I put a spell on you. Happy Halloween!”
Jack-O’-Lantern Pillow
Halloween decorations that are equally spooky as they are cute are a must-have this season, including this teddy bear-like jack-o’-lantern pillow. It’s made from 100% recycled polyester and is topped off with a twine-wrapped stem for extra pizazz. This pillow is one of our favorite pieces of pumpkin decor.
Hand Candle Holder
A must-have for serious Halloween decorators, these hand candle holders add a final touch of spine-chilling scare to a wall. They’re available in five styles and come with an LED candle. Or you can use them to hold anything from a succulent to a fall hand soap dispenser.
5-Foot Tall Skeleton
The best Halloween decorations come in larger-than-life sizes, and this 5-foot skeleton is a fan favorite. Prop him next to a pumpkin or pose him on the porch—he’s guaranteed to light up guests with delight (and fear).
Hocus Pocus Sign
Let passersby know you’re a Hocus Pocus-loving household with the “It’s all just a bunch of Hocus Pocus” easel sign. It’s recommended for indoor or covered outdoor use, and it has hooks and jute rope on the back in case you’d rather hang it up.
Skull Bookends
Whether you want to keep your bookshelf organized or need a couple extra skulls to sprinkle around the house, this set of two skull bookends is up for the job. Shoppers rave about how these pieces have a solid weight to them, so each stands on its own and keeps books in place. P.S. Snag these matching Halloween pajamas for cozy, yet ghostly, fall evenings.
Pumpkin Cookie Jar
A Halloween decoration that doubles as a cookie jar? Say less! This orange pumpkin-shaped piece says “trick or treat” with a witch’s broom. The only trick would be if there weren’t any treats inside!
67-Foot Spiderweb and Spider
Stretching to just under 67 feet, this triangular spiderweb can go from the second-floor window or porch to the ground. It comes with a giant spider (just under 5 feet!), so don’t be surprised if scaredy cats are too afraid to walk by your home.
Starbucks x Disney Tumbler
OK, maybe this isn’t exactly a Halloween decoration, but we’d argue that it’ll look cool on your desk. Starbucks and Disney partnered up to create a colorful tumbler and straw, complete with a pumpkin Mickey Mouse. Fill it with a homemade iced pumpkin spice latte or a creation from Bones Coffee Nightmare Before Christmas coffee box.
Skeleton Hand Wine Glass
Did someone say witch’s brew? Pour your favorite Halloween sips in this skeleton hand stemless wine glass. Classy and a little scary, it’s the ideal Halloween gift for your wine- and spooky season-loving bestie.
Ceramic Halloween Tree
Whether you prefer to keep Halloween decor spooky, cute or a combination of the two, this ceramic Halloween tree lights up the room. An Amazon favorite, shoppers love this seasonal ceramic piece for its gorgeous, pre-lit orange and purple light bulbs.
Bat Decal Decorations
For a wallet-friendly price, give the room of your choice a Halloween upgrade with these bat wall decals. The fluttering design and assorted sizes offer a 3D effect. It’s ideal for making a subtle, yet fun, home decor statement on the porch, in the kids’ rooms or in the living room.
12-Foot Inflatable Ghost
Look no further than this giant inflatable ghost to spook the neighbors and trick-or-treaters. It features seven alternating LED colors to quite literally light up your yard with Halloween spirit. Simply tether the inflatable to the ground using the included stakes, plug it in and watch it inflate in two minutes. It’s scary-cool!
6-Foot Outdoor Spider
If this huge creepy crawler doesn’t make your spine chill, we don’t know what will. With eerie red eyes and bendable legs, this 6-foot spider can be adjusted any which way to spook anyone who dares to walk by. Prop it up in the yard, on the house or on the porch—the choice is yours.
Ghostly Countdown Calendar
Celebrate the days leading up to Halloween with the help of this ghostly countdown calendar. As one of the cutest Halloween Advent calendars, the whole family will enjoy using this countdown until it’s time to trade it in for a Christmas Advent calendar. When loaded with treats, it makes a unique Halloween gift for kids!
Sleepy Hollow Throw Pillow
Personalize your Halloween home decor with this Sleepy Hollow throw pillow. Add a custom touch, like a name or phrase, and use it to decorate your living room alongside your other throw blankets and pillows.
Pre-Lit Haunted Houses
Ideal for your tabletop, these pre-lit haunted houses come in a variety of styles and sizes. They’re intricately decorated to fill your home with Halloween spirit—literally. They’re so cute that we recommend buying one in each size to create the ultimate setup. This way to spooky lane!
The Nightmare Before Christmas Tree
Because one can never have too many Disney Halloween decorations, this 3-foot tall The Nightmare Before Christmas tree is a must. It’s adorned with character ornaments, lighted sculptures and figurines that bring the beloved movie to life. Enjoy collecting this tree, piece-by-piece, and bringing Tim Burton’s haunting tale to life.
Bat Lantern
Whether you hang this bat lantern on the porch or from a tree, it’s guaranteed to give trick-or-treaters a fright. The lantern is available in three styles, including upside-down, wings out or wings up. Add all three for an even grander frightful feel.
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