Halloween is the spookiest time of year—but it’s also one of the funniest! While everyone’s out dressing up as ghosts, witches, and monsters, there’s one thing that never fails to bring the party to life: funny Halloween jokes. Whether you’re telling cheesy Halloween jokes at a costume party, making your kids giggle with ghost jokes, or trying to impress your friends with a perfectly-timed Halloween dad joke, this season is all about spooky laughter.
In this ultimate 2025 collection, we’ve brewed up a fresh batch of corny Halloween jokes, clever one-liners, and puns that are so bad, they’re scary-good. These are great for kids, adults, and anyone who enjoys the lighter side of fright night.
Classic & Corny Halloween Jokes
- Why don’t mummies take vacations?
Because they’re afraid to unwind!
(Classic corny Halloween joke to warm things up.) - What’s a ghost’s favorite ride at the amusement park?
The roller-ghoster! - Why did the vampire read the newspaper?
He heard it had great circulation. - Why did the skeleton go to the Halloween party alone?
Because he had no body to go with! - What’s a witch’s favorite makeup brand?
Ma-boo-line.
Halloween Dad Jokes That’ll Make You Groan (and Laugh!)
- What do you call a fat pumpkin?
A plumpkin.
(Peak Halloween dad joke energy.) - How do ghosts stay in shape?
They exorcise regularly. - Why didn’t the zombie go to school?
He felt rotten. - What’s Dracula’s favorite fruit?
A blood orange. - Why did the ghost cross the road?
To say “boo!” on the other side.
(If you laughed, you officially love bad jokes.)
Funny Halloween Jokes for All Ages
- Why are graveyards so noisy?
Because of all the coffin. - How do mummies text?
They use crypt-ic messages. - What’s the best Halloween joke to tell at dinner?
Bone Appétit! - Why was the jack-o’-lantern so full of himself?
Because he had a glowing personality. - What kind of mistakes do ghosts make?
Boo-boos!
Whether you’re handing out candy, hanging with your spooky crew, or just looking to share a few laughs online, these funny Halloween jokes are the perfect treat. From cheesy Halloween jokes that make the kids giggle to Halloween dad jokes that make adults roll their eyes (and laugh anyway), you’re now armed with laughs for any fright night situation.
Don’t forget to save this list and share your favorite ghost jokes or come up with your own version of the best Halloween joke. Because nothing brings people together like a shared laugh—even in the middle of a haunted house!
Looking for more laughs year-round? Check out our other joke collections, from birthday puns to bad dad jokes and everything in between. And remember… if you can’t scare ‘em, crack ‘em up! or afterlife of the party. After all, what’s Halloween without a good scare—and a great laugh?