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50 Songs to Make a Killer Halloween Party Playlist

Halloween isn't just about costumes and candy — it's about creating a spooky, electric atmosphere that keeps your guests dancing with the dead until the witching hour. Whether you’re throwing a haunted house bash, a gothic masquerade, or a laid-back pumpkin carving night, the right music sets the tone.

Here’s your ultimate playlist of 50 songs guaranteed to summon the spirits and raise the energy of any Halloween party.

Classic Creepy Hits (You have to play these)

These iconic tracks are Halloween staples. Everyone knows them — everyone sings along.

Michael Jackson – Thriller
Bobby “Boris” Pickett – Monster Mash
Ray Parker Jr. – Ghostbusters
Rockwell – Somebody’s Watching Me
AC/DC – Highway to Hell
Blue Öyster Cult – (Don’t Fear) The Reaper
Warren Zevon – Werewolves of London
Creedence Clearwater Revival – Bad Moon Rising
Screamin’ Jay Hawkins – I Put a Spell on You
The Cranberries – Zombie

Spooky Pop Bangers

These pop tracks are catchy but bring just the right amount of eerie energy.

Lady Gaga – Monster
Rihanna – Disturbia
Billie Eilish – bury a friend
Kesha – Cannibal
Britney Spears – Toxic
Imagine Dragons – Demons
Halsey – Control
Katy Perry – Dark Horse
Ava Max – Sweet but Psycho
Beyoncé – Haunted

Rock & Alt Tracks with a Dark Edge

For those who prefer their Halloween with guitars, distortion, and some gothic glam.

Marilyn Manson – This Is Halloween (Cover)
Rob Zombie – Dragula
Nine Inch Nails – Closer
Yeah Yeah Yeahs – Heads Will Roll
Paramore – Monster
My Chemical Romance – Helena
Panic! At The Disco – Emperor’s New Clothes
The Cure – Lullaby
Evanescence – Bring Me to Life
Ghost – Square Hammer

Electronic & Dancefloor Haunts

For when the graveyard ghouls want to rave.

Dead Man’s Bones – My Body’s a Zombie for You
Knife Party – Internet Friends
AURORA – Running with the Wolves
Justice – Phantom Pt. II
Gesaffelstein – OPR
ZHU – In the Morning
Sofi Tukker – Matadora
Crystal Castles – Not in Love (ft. Robert Smith)
Travis Scott – Goosebumps
Health – Slaves of Fear

Hip-Hop with Chilling Vibes

Dark beats, eerie samples, and lyrical horror.

21 Savage – Immortal
Tyler, The Creator – Yonkers
Kanye West – Monster
OutKast – Dracula’s Wedding (ft. Kelis)
Missy Elliott – Get Ur Freak On
DMX – Damien
Nicki Minaj – Roman’s Revenge
Travis Scott – Skeletons
Eminem – 3 a.m.
$uicideboy$ – Paris

Tips to Set the Mood:

Mix genres to keep the energy unpredictable and exciting.
Add spooky sound effects or movie quotes between songs for extra atmosphere.
Create a slow-down moment with darker ambient tracks if you want to pace the party.
Have a costume contest track – something over-the-top, like “This Is Halloween” or “Heads Will Roll”.

No matter how you're celebrating, this playlist will keep your Halloween hauntingly fun and freakishly unforgettable.

50 Halloween-Themed Movies to Watch This Spooky Season

As the leaves fall, pumpkins glow, and the air turns crisp, it’s the perfect time to cozy up with a scary (or silly) movie. Whether you’re a fan of bloodcurdling horror or prefer your Halloween with more hocus-pocus than hauntings, this list of 50 Halloween-themed movies has something for every ghoul and goblin.

From cult classics to family favorites, here’s your ultimate Halloween watchlist.

Family-Friendly Frights

Perfect for kids — or the young at heart — these movies mix spooky with silly:

Hocus Pocus (1993) – A trio of witches returns to Salem for Halloween mischief.
Halloweentown (1998) – A young girl discovers she's a witch in this Disney Channel classic.
The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993) – Is it a Halloween movie or a Christmas movie? Trick question — it’s both.
Coraline (2009) – A dark fairy tale about a girl who enters a parallel world.
Monster House (2006) – Three kids uncover that a local house is alive… and hungry.
Casper (1995) – A friendly ghost helps a girl and her father move on from grief.
ParaNorman (2012) – A boy who talks to ghosts must save his town from zombies.
Frankenweenie (2012) – Tim Burton’s animated tale about a boy who reanimates his dog.
Goosebumps (2015) – R.L. Stine’s monsters come to life in this meta-adventure.
Spooky Buddies (2011) – Talking puppies face off against Halloween haunts.

Witches, Vampires & Monsters

A mix of magical mayhem and monstrous delight:

Practical Magic (1998) – Two witch sisters struggle with love and a deadly curse.
The Witches (1990) – A boy uncovers a plot by witches to rid the world of children.
Sleepy Hollow (1999) – Johnny Depp faces off with the Headless Horseman.
Interview with the Vampire (1994) – A gothic, moody tale of immortality.
The Addams Family (1991) – The creepiest and kookiest family returns to the big screen.
Beetlejuice (1988) – A mischievous ghost causes chaos in the afterlife.
Edward Scissorhands (1990) – A gentle outcast with scissors for hands finds love and loss.
Dark Shadows (2012) – A vampire returns to his cursed estate after centuries.
Van Helsing (2004) – A monster hunter faces off against Dracula, Frankenstein, and more.
The Witch (2015) – A Puritan family falls prey to paranoia and dark forces.

Classic Scares

These spine-tingling horror staples never go out of style:

Halloween (1978) – The slasher that started it all.
Psycho (1960) – A shower scene that redefined horror cinema.
The Shining (1980) – “Here’s Johnny!” and a whole lot of psychological terror.
A Nightmare on Elm Street (1984) – Don’t fall asleep…
Friday the 13th (1980) – Camp Crystal Lake becomes a bloodbath.
The Exorcist (1973) – Still one of the scariest films ever made.
Poltergeist (1982) – They're heeere… and not very friendly.
The Texas Chainsaw Massacre (1974) – Raw, gritty, and horrifying.
Carrie (1976) – A prom night to remember (and regret).
Child’s Play (1988) – Chucky makes dolls terrifying.

Modern Horror Hits

New-age scares that have become Halloween must-watches:

Hereditary (2018) – A chilling exploration of grief and family curses.
The Babadook (2014) – A disturbing look at trauma manifesting as a monster.
Get Out (2017) – Smart, satirical, and deeply unsettling.
Us (2019) – Doppelgängers and the darkness within.
It (2017) – Pennywise is back — and still terrifying.
The Conjuring (2013) – Paranormal investigators face off with malevolent spirits.
Sinister (2012) – A true-crime writer uncovers a deadly mystery.
The Haunting of Hill House (2018) – Okay, it’s a series — but it’s essential Halloween viewing.
Trick ‘r Treat (2007) – An anthology of interconnected Halloween night stories.
The Invitation (2015) – A dinner party with a sinister twist.

Light-Hearted Scares & Horror-Comedies

For when you want your horror with a side of laughs:

Ghostbusters (1984) – Who ya gonna call?
Scary Movie (2000) – A parody of all your favorite horror flicks.
Shaun of the Dead (2004) – A British comedy gem about a zombie apocalypse.
Scream (1996) – A clever, self-aware slasher that revived the genre.
The Rocky Horror Picture Show (1975) – A musical cult classic that’s a Halloween tradition.
Young Frankenstein (1974) – Mel Brooks' hilarious take on the horror legend.
Death Becomes Her (1992) – A dark comedy about vanity and immortality.
Clue (1985) – Murder mystery mayhem with multiple endings.
Happy Death Day (2017) – A time-loop slasher with heart.
Hubie Halloween (2020) – Adam Sandler’s goofy Halloween adventure.

Final Thoughts

Whether you’re planning a movie marathon, a family night, or a solo scare-fest, this list has you covered. Halloween is more than just costumes and candy — it’s a celebration of the strange, the spooky, and the spectacular. So pop the popcorn, turn down the lights, and let the haunting begin.

Happy Haunting!