Grab our free Halloween Emoji Game printable for a fun, screen-free way to keep kids giggling at parties, in class, or on-the-go!
Looking for a simple way to add big fun to your Halloween plans? This Halloween Emoji Game is one of our favorite printable activities to bring some giggles and screen-free entertainment to the season!
Whether you’re planning a classroom party, family game night, or a fun dinner table moment before trick-or-treating, this emoji guessing game is a hit with all ages.
What Is the Halloween Emoji Game?
It’s a simple guessing game where kids (and adults!) try to decode Halloween-themed words and phrases made up of emojis. Think Halloween movie titles, spooky phrases, or iconic October traditions—all expressed with fun little icons!
There’s no reading required for little ones to play along, and older kids will love racing to be the first one to crack the code.
- Haunted House
- Candy Corn
- Pumpkin Carving
- Scary Movie
- Walking Dead
- Trick or Treat
- Moonlight
- Hotel Transylvania
- Pumpkin Pie
- Halloween Party or Costume Party
- Scaredy Cat
- Candy Apple
- Ghost Story
- Werewolf
- Witch’s Brew
Why Moms Love This Halloween Emoji Game
As a busy mom, I’m always looking for ways to make holidays more fun without adding a ton of work. This game checks all the boxes:
- Zero Prep – Just print and go!
- Screen-Free – Keeps kids engaged without devices.
- Portable – Easy to toss in a folder for classroom parties or road trips.
- All Ages – Younger kids can team up with a grown-up or older sibling.
How to Use Your Halloween Emoji Game
Here’s how we’ve used this printable in our house and beyond:
- Halloween Party Activity – Set up a small table with printed sheets and pencils. Add a spooky prize for the winner!
- Car Ride Fun – Print copies for the drive to the pumpkin patch or Grandma’s house.
- Classroom Parties – Teachers love this quiet-time game during party chaos.
- Family Game Night – Set a timer and play as a group. First to solve 10 emoji puzzles wins!
Make It Even More Fun
- Add candy prizes for each correct guess.
- Let kids create their own emoji phrases after playing.
- Pair with our Halloween Word Search, 5 Second Game, or Charades for an easy Halloween game pack!
More Spooky Fun You’ll Love
- Free Halloween Word Search Printable
- Halloween 5 Second Game
- Halloween Charades Printable
- Halloween Bingo Cards
Let’s See Your Halloween Fun!
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Grab Your Free Halloween Emoji Game Printable
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