Halloween Party Drinking Games to Get Spooky

<p>Halloween parties hit different when you add some drinking games to the mix. Whether you are hosting a costume bash or just hanging with friends, these games bring the spooky vibes.</p> <h2>Costume Based Games</h2> <h3>Costume Contest Drinks</h3> <p>Set up categories like scariest, funniest, most creative, and best duo. Everyone votes anonymously. Losers in each category take a drink. Winners get to hand out drinks to anyone they choose.</p> <h3>Guess the Costume</h3> <p>If someone has to ask what you are supposed to be, you drink. Bonus drinks if you have to explain it more than once. Choose your costume wisely.</p> <h2>Horror Movie Games</h2> <h3>Scary Movie Marathon</h3> <p>Pick a classic like Halloween, Scream, or Friday the 13th. Drink when someone dies. Drink when the killer appears. Finish your drink for the final showdown. Works great as background for the party. Check out our <a href="/games/horror-movie-drinking-game">Horror Movie Drinking Game</a> for detailed rules.</p> <h3>Jump Scare Shots</h3> <p>Watch a horror movie nobody has seen. When a jump scare gets you, take a shot. Whoever gets scared the most owes everyone a drink at the end.</p> <h2>Classic Games With a Twist</h2> <h3>Monster Mash Flip Cup</h3> <p>Same rules as <a href="/games/flip-cup">Flip Cup</a> but everyone has to stay in character based on their costume. Mummies can only use wrapped hands. Zombies have to groan. Breaking character means extra drinks.</p> <h3>Witch Hunt Kings Cup</h3> <p>Play <a href="/games/kings-cup">Kings Cup</a> but add Halloween rules. Drawing a Jack makes you the werewolf who howls before anyone drinks. Queens become witches who can curse someone to drink double.</p> <h2>Party Planning</h2> <ul> <li>Make themed cocktails with spooky names</li> <li>Use glow sticks and blacklights for atmosphere</li> <li>Have a mix of scary and fun music</li> <li>Set up a photo booth with props</li> <li>Keep the candy bowl stocked</li> </ul> <p>For more costume party inspiration, check out <a href="https://www.history.com/topics/halloween/history-of-halloween" target="_blank" rel="noopener">the history of Halloween</a> on History.com.</p> <p>Have a frighteningly good time!</p>