19 Spooky, Fun Halloween Party Themes For Adults

By no means does becoming an adult mean you can’t celebrate Halloween anymore. In fact, as an adult, you have more say in how you celebrate the holiday. You can throw your own party with whatever fun theme you like best, for instance, which is why we’ve put together this inspiring list of Halloween party themes for adults.

As you look through our list of suggested Halloween party themes for adults, think about where you would ideally hold this celebration, and then check out Halloween party venues near you on Peerspace. It’s the largest online marketplace for short-term venue rentals, so there’s almost certainly a space that’ll be up your alley.

1. Get creative with a stylish haunted masquerade ball

Have your guests don elaborate masks to emulate the traditional masquerade ball. Your guests can dance to haunting tunes and indulge in some eerie elegance with this spooky Halloween party theme for adults.

2. Make it spooky with a haunted carnival celebration

The idea of the haunted carnival has powerful and spooky associations for many people—take advantage of these by incorporating scary clowns, haunted games, and other features that evoke the thrill of an otherworldly circus.

3. Add a dash of whimsy with a pumpkin patch party

Envision a mystical pumpkin patch with magical glowing pumpkins, fairy lights, and magical autumnal vibes. Pumpkin carving is an especially great idea for this party theme, which is both spooky and ethereal if you can walk the line between the two.

4. Go sci-fi and host a Twilight Zone time warp

Bring a heaping dose of surreality to your gathering with a Twilight Zone Halloween party theme. Start by using mind-bending decor and mysterious props inspired by the show. Do your best to cultivate an atmosphere that blurs the line between reality and the unknown!

5. Make it a super creepy tea party

We don’t usually associate tea parties with being scared, but they can definitely be made into a spooky Halloween celebration! Use mismatched table settings and creepily-labeled tea blends, plus scary music to really cultivate the right creepy tea party atmosphere.

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6. Hit the high seas with a ghostly pirate gala

A ghostly pirate theme is another creative option, featuring details like tattered sails, haunting maritime decor, and plenty of skulls and crossbones to drive the theme home!

7. Be stylish and spooky with a Haunted Old Hollywood glam party

This party theme combines the glamor of Old Hollywood with the haunted elegance of Halloween, using vintage decor, black and gold accents, and tasteful refreshments that give the whole affair a feeling of ghostly sophistication.

8. Invite your favorite ghouls to a 1920s spectral speakeasy

Take your guests back to the 1920s by cultivating the vibe of a haunted speakeasy, inviting them to wear flapper-inspired outfits, playing old jazz tunes, and serving formerly “illicit” beverages (as though you’re in the era of Prohibition).

9. Host a low-key yet awesome witchy girls’ night in

Inviting a bunch of your closest girlfriends and celebrating Halloween with a cozy gathering steeped in plenty of witchy vibes is an awesome alternative to a big, crazy party.

10. Get creative with a thematic costume party

Halloween is all about dressing up in costumes, so why not make this the central focus of your party theme by asking everyone to wear a thematic costume? Just be sure to give your guests plenty of notice by sending out invites at least a few weeks in advance, so they have time to prepare their costumes. You can even incentivize them further to give the costume their all by promising a prize for the best outfit!

11. Enjoy a night that never ends with a vampire soirée

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Vampires are one of the scariest and most iconic monsters we associate with Halloween, which makes a Vampire Halloween party ideal. Transform your venue into a blood-red haven draped in velvet and decorated with haunting elegance, and use a combination of black and red as your decor’s color scheme.

12. Make it stylish with a Beetlejuice party

Tim Burton fans will adore this Beetlejuice Halloween party theme. With loads of black and white stripes as well as purple and green lighting, your guests will instantly know exactly what you’re going for.

13. Make it one to remember with a “Death by Disco” party

The 70s are back, and we absolutely love it! Combine the exciting flair of the Disco era with spooky imagery like skulls, dripping blood, and more. You’ll have an instant Halloween party hit!

14. Make it elegant and spooky: Phantom of the Opera Halloween party

Especially for fans of Broadway musicals, a Phantom of the Opera party theme is a natural choice for Halloween — it’s got tons of spooky vibes, plus an incredible soundtrack you can play at your party.

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15. Celebrate the end times with a zombie apocalypse party

Here’s a seriously scary party idea to consider for your next Halloween bash: a party inspired by a Zombie apocalypse! Follow the tips below to make your guests feel like they’ve been transported into Night of the Living Dead or World War Z for the evening.

16. Dine with death at a Grim Reaper’s banquet

Hoping to host a dinner party for Halloween? Use dark table settings and ominous centerpieces to make it a feast fit for the Grim Reaper himself.

17. Throw an epic time travelers’ ball

Bill your Halloween party as a party for time travelers from all different eras, inviting your guests to come in period costumes from whatever era they prefer—whether that’s ancient Rome, the Victorian era, the 1950s, or some other past era!

18. Mix it up with a Steampunk Halloween

Merge the anachronistic elegance of steampunk with Victorian aesthetics and supernatural elements for a unique and exciting Halloween gathering. You can even use these printable invites and decor to get started!

19. Get otherworldly with an Eerie Ancient Egyptian extravaganza

Last on our list of Halloween party themes for adults is an ancient Egyptian party theme! Egyptian-inspired decor, using symbolism like hieroglyphics and golden accents, will create an otherworldly ambiance that evokes ancient mysteries and the supernatural.

Halloween party themes for adults: conclusion

Once you’ve chosen a suitable theme, take a look at the Halloween party venues for rent near you on Peerspace! Choose from thousands of options in hundreds of cities to find a space that’ll suit your needs (and wants).

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