15 Easy Trunk or Treat Games (Fun Ideas for an Epic Event) - Fun Party Tips (2024)

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If you’re reading this, you’ve probably been roped into organizing a Trunk or Treat event. Don’t panic – it’s not as terrifying as it sounds.

Trunk or Treat is basically Halloween on wheels, where cars become candy dispensers and kids get to trick-or-treat in a parking lot.

But why add games, you ask?

Well, besides the fact that it’s a great way to burn off some of that candy-induced energy, games make the event more fun and memorable.

Plus, it gives the adults something to do besides standing around awkwardly, pretending they’re not eyeing the leftover Snickers. Shall we?

17 Easy Trunk or Treat Games: Because Standing Around in Costumes Isn’t Enough

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Let’s face it, trunk or treat without games is like Halloween without candy – sad, boring, and likely to end in tears (mostly from the adults).

So, let’s spice things up with these 17 games that are easier to set up than your kid’s TikTok account.

1. Pumpkin Ring Toss

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Overview:It’s like ring toss, but spookier. And orange-er.

Objective:Get the ring around the pumpkin stem. It’s not rocket science, folks, though I’ve seen some kids treat it like it is.

How to Play:

  1. Set up pumpkins (real or fake, we don’t judge)
  2. Hand out rings
  3. Watch kids (and competitive adults) try to ring those orange beauties

Why It’s Fun:It’s simple, it’s classic, and it’s a great way to work out those candy-grabbing arm muscles. Plus, kids get to throw things without getting in touble. Win-win. P.S. This is one of my 7 year old daughter’s favorite games. She’s got a mean toss for a kid her age.

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2. Pumpkin and Broom Relay Race

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Overview:It’s like the Olympics, but with more orange and wooden sticks. And let me tell you, it’s a sight to behold

Objective:Race while sweeping a mini pumpkin towards a finish line. What could go wrong?

How to Play:

  1. Divide into teams
  2. Sweep a small pumpkin to the finish line (and hope that it goes in the direction that you want it to)
  3. Beat everyone else there.

Why It’s Fun:It’s hilarious to watch people try to run while sweeping a pumpkin. Plus, it’s a great way to tire out the kids before the sugar high kicks in. I’ve seen gorwn men reduced to giggling messes trying to keep that pumpkin

Tip

Wanna make it easier on the preschoolers and toddlers? Use plastic pumpkins.

3. Witch Hat Ring Toss

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Overview:Like regular ring toss, but with 100% more witchiness. It’s amazing how adding a pointy hat can make a game 10 times more fun.

Objective:Get rings around the pointy end of witch hats. It’s harder than it looks, trust me. I’ve seen Olympic athletes struggle with this one.

How to Play:

  1. Set up witch hats
  2. Hand out rings
  3. Watch as people realize their ring-tossing skills are severely lacking

Why It’s Fun:It’s challenging enough to be interesting, but easy enough that you won’t have a bunch of frustrated kids on your hands.

Tip

Secure the hats to the ground. Maybe on a foamboard or a piece of cardboard? Nothing kills the Halloween spirit faster than a gust of wind turning your game into a witch hat chase.

4. Eyeball and Spoon Race

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Overview:It’s like an egg and spoon race, but grosser. Perfect for Halloween!

Objective:Balance a plastic eyeball on a spoon and race to the finish line. Try not to lose your eyeball… or your lunch.

How to Play:

  1. Hand out spoons and plastic eyeballs
  2. Line up participants
  3. Race to the finish line without dropping the eyeball

Why It’s Fun:It’s gross, it’s challenging, and it’s a great photo op. What’s not to love?

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5. Twister Treat

Overview: Forget vanilla Twister – we’re cranking it up to 11 with a prize-packed version that’ll have folks spinning with joy!

Objective: Transform a classic Twister mat into a carnival-style prize bonanza. It’s like your living room floor had a baby with a prize counter.

How to Play:

  1. Snag a Twister game (or dust off that one in your closet).
  2. Go prize crazy! Tape goodies to each colored circle.
  3. Spin that wheel of fortune (aka the Twister spinner).
  4. Land on red? Snatch a prize from a red circle. Blue? You guessed it, blue circle jackpot!

Why It’s Fun: It’s part game show, part yoga, and 100% giggletastic. Watch Grandma lunge for that coveted red circle prize while little Timmy eyes the blue. Family game night just got a whole lot twistier!

Tip

Wanna spice things up? Hide some ‘mystery prizes’ under opaque wrapping. Nothing says excitement like potentially winning a rubber chicken… or was it a gift card?

What’s UpCool StuffNot So Cool StuffJust a Heads UpWho’s Gonna Love It?
Pumpkin Ring TossEasy setup, classic funMight be too easy for older kidsRings getting stuck in treesLittle ones and ring toss champs
Pumpkin and Broom Relay RaceHilarious to watch, great for burning energyPotential pumpkin casualtiesBrooms becoming impromptu weaponsEnergetic kids and clumsy adults
Witch Hat Ring TossFestive, challengingHats might blow awayRings getting lost in the nightAspiring witches and wizards
Eyeball and Spoon RaceGross factor is off the chartsEyeballs rolling everywherePotential choking hazardKids who love anything icky
Twister TreatFun twist on a classicCan get a little repetitiveHave lots of extra prizes on handAnyone with a sweet tooth who likes low-stakes games
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6. Candy Corn Tic-Tac-Toe

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Overview:It’s tic-tac-toe, but with a sugar rush.

Objective:Get three candy corns in a row. Then try not to eat the game pieces.

How to Play:

  1. Set up a giant tic-tac-toe board
  2. Use candy corn as game pieces
  3. Play tic-tac-toe, resist snacking

Why It’s Fun:It’s a familiar game with a sweet twist. Plus, the loser gets to eat their candy corn, so everyone wins!

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7. Pumpkin Bean Bag Toss

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Overview:It’s cornhole’s spooky cousin.

Objective:Toss bean bags into a jack-o’-lantern’s mouth. Easier said than done after a few candy bars.

How to Play:

  1. Set up a large cardboard jack-o’-lantern with a cut-out mouth
  2. Hand out bean bags
  3. Try to get the bags in the mouth from a set distance

Why It’s Fun:It’s challenging, it’s festive, and it’s a great way to practice your aim for when you’re tossing candy wrappers into the trash later.

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8. Candy Corn Guessing Game

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Overview:It’s a classic guessing game with a sweet reward.

Objective:Guess how many candies are in the jar. Winner takes all (or a reasonable portion, let’s be real).

How to Play:

  1. Fill a jar with candy corn
  2. Have participants write down their guesses
  3. Closest guess wins

Why It’s Fun:It’s simple, it’s suspenseful, and there’s candy involved. What’s not to love?

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9. Pumpkin Candy Toss

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Overview:It’s like feeding a very orange, very inanimate pet.

Objective:Toss candy into a pumpkin’s mouth from a distance. It’s harder than it looks, trust me.

How to Play:

  1. Carve a pumpkin with a wide mouth or cut the top off a pumpkin (or even cut the top off of several pumpkins)
  2. Hand out individually wrapped candy
  3. Try to toss the candy into the pumpkin’s mouth

Why It’s Fun:It’s challenging, it’s seasonal, and you get to keep the candy you catch. Win-win-win!

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Tip

Have different distance lines for different age groups. Unless you want to see toddlers throwing tantrums and teens getting bored.

10. Pin the Face on the Pumpkin

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Overview:It’s like Pin the Tail on the Donkey, but more seasonal and less animal cruelty.

Objective:Stick facial features on a pumpkin while blindfolded. Prepare for some very abstract pumpkin art.

How to Play:

  1. Create a large pumpkin poster
  2. Cut out eyes, nose, and mouth shapes
  3. Blindfold players and let them stick the features on

Why It’s Fun:It’s hilarious to see where people think a pumpkin’s eyes should go. Plus, no pumpkins are harmed in the making of this game.

What’s UpCool StuffNot So Cool StuffJust a Heads UpWho’s Gonna Love It?
Candy Corn Tic-Tac-ToeSweet twist on a classicTemptation to eat game piecesSticky fingers everywhereSugar fiends and strategy lovers
Bean Bag Toss into Jack-o’-Lantern MouthFestive and challengingPotential for missed throwsFlying bean bags of doomAspiring pumpkin dentists
Candy Corn Guessing GameSimple setup, big payoffOnly one winnerJar breakage disasterMath nerds and candy enthusiasts
Pumpkin Candy TossEdible ammunitionCandy everywhereAnts. Ants everywhere.Candy lovers with good aim
Pin the Face on the PumpkinHilarious resultsDizziness from spinningAccidental wall decoratingCreative kids and clumsy adults
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11. Needle in a Haystack Game

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Overview:It’s like looking for a needle in a haystack, but with more candy and less tetanus risk.

Objective:Find hidden treats in a pile of hay or leaves. It’s like a treasure hunt, but itchier.

How to Play:

  1. Hide wrapped candy in a pile of hay or leaves
  2. Let kids dig through to find treats
  3. Try not to laugh at their hay-covered costumes

Why It’s Fun:It’s a sensory experience, a treasure hunt, and a way to get kids to do yard work without realizing it.

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Tip

Use plastic eggs filled with candy for easier finding and less unwrapping hassle.

12. Glowing Ghosts Halloween Game

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Overview “Glowing Ghosts” – the DIY Halloween game where you’ll lasso luminous milk jug specters with hoops. It’s Ghostbusters meets carnival games, minus the slime.

Objective Catch as many glowing ghosts as possible. Your inner ghost wrangler’s time to shine!

How to Play

  1. Line up milk jug ghosts.
  2. Throw hoops from the line.
  3. Start with the closest ghost, work backwards.
  4. Catch ’em all in order to win.

Why It’s Fun Hurling hoops at glowing jugs is oddly satisfying. Plus, watching friends flail about? Priceless entertainment.

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13. Pumpkin Bowling

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Overview:It’s bowling, but with more orange and less fancy shoes.

Objective:Knock down pins with a pumpkin. Yes, a pumpkin.

How to Play:

  1. Set up plastic bottles as pins
  2. Roll a small pumpkin towards them
  3. Try not to laugh at how badly pumpkins roll

Why It’s Fun:It’s unpredictable, it’s seasonal, and it’s a great way to use up those small, oddly shaped pumpkins.

Tip

Have a few backup pumpkins. They tend to, well, not survive multiple games.

14. Fall Lollipop Pull

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Overview: Time to turn a small bale of hay into a lollipop-studded showstopper that’ll make dentists weep and party guests cheer.

Objective: Create the ultimate candy-dispensing decoration that doubles as a prize-winning game. It’s a centerpiece with benefits, honey.

How to Play

  1. Set up a table and snag a bale of hay.
  2. Color-code the bottoms of the lollipops and stick ’em into the hay bale. Each color presents a prize bin that the players can pick out of it they pull that particular color. Sneaky!
  3. Set up prize tubs matching the secret colors.
  4. Players pick a pop, reveal the color, and score a prize from the matching tub.

Why It’s Fun: It’s eye candy that dispenses real candy AND prizes. Kids love it, adults secretly adore it, and it’s more versatile than your grandmother’s Tupperware collection.

Tip

Mix up your lollipop and prize game with wacky options. Blue bottom could mean anything from a spider ring to a mini slime kit. Keep ’em guessing, sugar!

15. Pumpkin Roll Race

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Overview: It’s a race, but with pumpkins. Because why not?

Objective: Roll a pumpkin across the finish line faster than your opponents. It’s harder than it looks.

How to Play:

  1. Set up a race course
  2. Give each kid a small pumpkin or gourd
  3. On “Go!”, have them roll their pumpkins to the finish line
  4. Watch the chaos as pumpkins roll in every direction except straight

Why It’s Fun: It’s unpredictable, challenging, and hilarious to watch. Triple threat.

What’s UpObjectiveCool StuffNot So Cool StuffJust a Heads Up
Needle in a Haystack GameFind hidden treats in a pile of hay or leavesFun sensory experience, treasure hunt vibes, gets kids outsideKids might get itchy, costumes could end up full of hayWatch out for allergies or hay poking too much
Glowing GhostsCatch glowing ghosts with hoopsSatisfying to toss hoops, hilarious to watch friends missGhosts can be tricky to catch, some might get bored if it’s too easyHoops might bounce off in weird directions and hit people
Pumpkin BowlingKnock down pins with a pumpkinSeasonal, unpredictable, tons of laughsPumpkins don’t roll as well as balls, pins might be hard to knock overPumpkins can break or squish after a few rolls
Pumpkin Lollipop PullGrab a lollipop and win a prizeDouble fun as decoration and game, prizes make it extra excitingDrilling holes could get messy, kids may pull lollipops too quicklyLollipops might run out fast, have backup prizes on hand
Pumpkin Roll RaceRoll a pumpkin to the finish line faster than othersHilarious, challenging, and chaoticPumpkins roll in random directions, not easy to controlBe ready for kids tripping or pumpkins getting crushed

Prizes and Rewards: If You Wanna Go The Healthy Route

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Look, we all know the real prize is the candy, but here are some ideas to mix it up:

  • Non-candy prizes: Stickers, temporary tattoos, or small toys. You know, things that’ll end up lost in the couch cushions by next week.
  • DIY options: Get crafty! Nothing says “I tried” like a homemade ghost made from a tissue and a lollipop.
  • Prize station: Set up a table where kids can trade tickets for prizes. It’s like a casino, but with less regret and more sugar crashes.

Age Is Just a Number (Except When It Comes to Games)

The only thing scarier than a haunted house is trying to entertain everyone from tiny tots to grandparents at a Trunk-or-Treat.

But remember, age is just a number when it comes to Trunk or Treat fun – these are just suggestions for where you might want to steer certain age groups, not strict rules.

Feel free to mix, match, and let your inner child run wild (just like after too much candy corn)!

Age GroupGame SuggestionWhy It Might WorkSpooky Twist
ToddlersPumpkin “Roll” RaceThey’re already wobbly on their feet. Embrace the chaos!Use glow-in-the-dark paint on the pumpkins for extra giggles
KidsEyeball and Spoon RelayCombines gross-out factor with friendly competitionReplace plastic eyeballs with peeled grape “eyeballs” for a squishy surprise
TeensGlow-in-the-Dark Ring TossAppeals to their nocturnal nature and competitive spiritAdd spooky sound effects for each successful toss
AdultsBoozy Candy Corn Guessing GameAdds a grown-up twist to a classicUse a skull-shaped jar for extra Halloween flair
SeniorsSit-Down Pumpkin BowlingAll the fun, easier on the jointsUse mini pumpkins and toilet paper roll “ghosts” as pins

Once again, these games aren’t age-exclusive. Grandpa might dominate the Eyeball and Spoon Relay, while little Susie could be a Pumpkin Bowling prodigy.

The key is to offer variety and let everyone choose their own spine-tingling adventure.

Tip

Set up a “Game Passport” where participants can get stamps for trying different activities. It encourages mixing and mingling across age groups, and who doesn’t love collecting stamps? (Spoiler: Everyone loves collecting stamps.)

Your Turn (Let’s Get Social)

If you could design the ultimate Trunk or Treat game, what would it be? Bonus points if it involves candy!

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