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If you’re like me and ready to leave summer behind for the cool, cozy embrace of fall, take solace in the fact that Halloween, the scariest and most fun holiday of them all, is not far off.
Now, I can’t change the weather, but I can recommend the best Halloween decorations that you can shop now to prepare for spooky season. The best selection goes to those who shop early. August may feel too soon, but the concept of “Summerween” has never felt more relevant. We’ve compiled indoor and outdoor decorations for every Halloween aesthetic: ranging from dark gothic to classically scary to cute and friendly. With our suggestions, you’re sure to wow everyone at that Halloween party and frighten those trick-or-treaters. These are the best pieces of Halloween decor we’ve found to scatter across your home, indoors and out.
Best indoor Halloween decor
Scatter these bats around your house to look like they’re flying. The decals stick onto your walls for easy setup and you can bend the wings to have more movement. (Though, you’ll want to use a removable adhesive when hanging them on paint.)
Ghosts have never looked this ghoulishly good before. These small soy candles can easily be added anywhere you already have decor displayed, such as a coffee table or bookshelf.
This spooky mantle scarf will cover your fireplace in cobwebs. It’s made from a high-quality lace that will last you many Halloweens to come. Choose from black or white. Plus, it’s machine washable.
Create your own Halloween village with these intricate light up haunted houses on your mantle or side table. They range in grandeur from 9 inches to 16 inch mansions. Note, batteries are sold separately.
The Target birds are iconic holiday decor, and this 3-pack includes a skeletal, zombie, and eyeball-themed bird.
What could be cuter than a dog dressed up to trick or treat? Pottery Barn’s Halloween-themed pillows are a wicked addition to any couch, including a bat and ghost, but Doug the Dog Ghost might just be our favorite.
If you’re more of a cat person, this soft boucle cat-shaped pillow is ready to keep watch.
These floating candles are certifiably magical, floating seemingly invisibly from your ceiling. Wow your guests by turning them on and off with the included magic wand.
This little ghost is encased in a glass cloche, with a light that makes it shine in the darkest rooms. You can also get a cloche with a trio, so it can have some friends, too.
The throw blanket has raised ghost details and tassels on a neutral, beige background. It’s a subtle yet ghastly addition to toss on your couch.
Bleeding candles start black, but melt with an eerie red look that resembles blood. Pair it with a gothic iron candle holder for the ultimate Halloween look.
Why not decorate your bedroom too? We can’t resist these organic cotton sheets adorned with various Halloween motifs like ghosts, haunted houses, and bats.
Best outdoor Halloween decor
Skelly has become an iconic Halloween fixture, standing 12 feet tall with LED-illuminated eyes that follow trick-or-treaters. Assembly is required, but that means it can be easily broken down and stored between seasons — or you can leave it up all year long for a grave statement.
Home Depot takes giant up a notch this year with a 15-foot “Worricrow” character with an animated head and illuminated eyes, mouth, and chest with a flickering flame effect.
Halloween inflatables don’t have to be scary. This 7.5-foot motif features friendly pumpkins of assorted sizes with built-in LED lights.
Turn up your Halloween curb appeal with these ghost, bat, spider, and pumpkin lights. Hang them on your porch or backyard for a frightful ambiance. They’re solar-powered so there’s no outlet required, and once charged, they last for 8-10 hours.
Spider webs are one of the most classic and common Halloween decorations. This set comes with 900 square feet of webbing and 30 faux spiders—enough to cover your bushes, and your neighbor’s too.
This kit offers a unique alternative to painting or carving your pumpkin. Instead, attach the bendable legs and arms to your gourd to bring a jack-o’-lantern to life.
An arachnophobe’s nightmare, this giant, oversized spider can be hung in a dark corner or placed on your porch with a few spiderwebs.
Make your very own cemetery in your front yard for trick-or-treaters to brave with this 5-pack of tombstones.
Lewis is back this year in a smaller, 65-inch version that’s perfect for small porches. He’s got a loop to hang up outside. Just don’t forget: he’s not a jack-o’-lantern. His name is Lewis.
This friendly, black cat wreath will welcome trick-or-treaters with its fluffy tail and orange bow. If you’re a fan of Halloween cute instead of creepy, this one’s for you.
This trio of light-up snake tails emerges from the ground for an unsettling landscape. Funboy thought of everything for their inflatables: they don’t require a cord to provide constant air, and the adjustable LEDS are all battery-operated.
This trio of witches is ready to cast a spell over whoever dares to pass by. What dark magic do they have up their sleeves?
Best Halloween decor for entertaining
Serve Halloween-inspired drinks out of this seasonal version of Anthropologie’s best-selling icon juice glasses, which are adorned with motifs like ghosts, bats, or witches’ hats.
For a seated dinner, serve appetizers or dessert on these small plates. Each stoneware plate in the set of 4 features a slightly different design, from a witchy ghost to a spooky ghost with bats. They’re dishwasher-safe, too.
This large ceramic cauldron will inspire you to brew a magic spell for your guests. It’s big enough to hold anything from party punch to soup, and there’s also a smaller version for dips or candy.
A table runner is one of the quickest ways to decorate your dining table. This cotton option features a whimsical motif with bats, black cats, butterflies, and florals—plus, it’s machine washable.
Set the table with these statement-making beaded placemats, featuring ghosts and bats.
Anthro puts a festive twist on its Bistro Tile Stoneware collection. Hold your favorite treats in this elevated candy bowl — just promise that you won’t put raisins for trick-or-treaters in it.
This wine glass is supported by a detailed gunmetal bat to make a glass of wine just a tad bit scarier.
Pottery Barn’s skeleton cheeseboard is a fun twist on your usual charcuterie board with metal, skeletal details escaping from the coffin-shaped wood. Use its hands to hold crackers and fruit.
