Hosting a Halloween-Themed Baby Shower – A Spooky Yet Sweet Guide

A Halloween-themed baby shower is one of the most creative ways to celebrate an autumn pregnancy. Between pumpkin spice treats, adorable “little boo” décor, and costume-optional festivities, this theme balances spooky charm with warm fall nostalgia. Whether you’re planning an intimate gathering at home or a festive event at a rented venue, a Halloween baby shower can be both enchanting and family-friendly.

In this guide, we’ll cover everything you need to throw a memorable Halloween baby shower — from invitations and color palettes to games, food, and favor ideas.

A Baby is Brewing Halloween Baby Shower Banner

This “A Baby Is Brewing” banner from Prettiest Party Girl is a customizable, witchy-charm Halloween baby shower backdrop featuring a bubbling cauldron and spooky accents to set a festive tone.

Why Choose a Halloween Baby Shower Theme?

Halloween baby showers are perfect for October or early November due dates, or simply for moms who love the holiday’s whimsical energy.

Seasonal Aesthetic

Autumn brings cozy textures, rich hues, and pumpkin-everything. A Halloween baby shower naturally incorporates the best of fall — think cinnamon scents, flickering candles, and rustling leaves.

Playful and Unexpected

A “spooky cute” theme lets you get creative. Guests love dressing up, and even the menu can reflect the theme — orange punch with floating eyeball ice cubes or cupcakes topped with candy spiders.

Perfect for Gender-Neutral Celebrations

Halloween lends itself beautifully to gender-neutral color palettes. Black, orange, cream, and gold work equally well for any baby, making it ideal for parents keeping the gender a surprise.

Boy Halloween Baby Shower Ghost Party Decorations

These Ghost Party Straw Decorations from TickledGlitzy add whimsical, floating ghost toppers to drink straws for a playful and festive Halloween baby shower touch.

Choosing a Theme Within the Theme

You can lean into creepy, cute, or classy depending on the mom-to-be’s style. Here are a few ideas:

Cute & Cozy “Little Pumpkin” Shower

This version focuses on pumpkins, fall florals, and rustic farmhouse décor. Use soft oranges, creams, and browns. Serve pumpkin spice lattes and caramel apples.

“A Little Boo is on the Way”

Play up ghosts, bats, and cobwebs — but keep it adorable. Pastel pumpkins, baby ghosts, and smiling spiderwebs set the tone.

“Mommy to Be-Witched”

A witchy aesthetic is chic and modern. Think black tulle, gold moons, and potion-bottle mocktails. Guests can wear witch hats or celestial accessories.

“Monster Mash Baby Bash”

This one’s playful and family-friendly, perfect for co-ed showers with kids. Bright green, purple, and orange décor, monster cupcakes, and silly games create a fun vibe.

Halloween Mama to be Baby Shower Sash

The “Mummy to Be” sash from Wonderellastudio is a spooky-cute Halloween baby shower accessory that lets the mom-to-be shine with mummy-themed charm and festive flair.

Invitations and Stationery

Your invitations set the tone, so choose something festive but on-brand for the mom-to-be.

Design Ideas

• A watercolor pumpkin carriage reading “A Little Pumpkin Is on the Way”
• A haunted-house silhouette with “Something Boo-tiful Is Brewing”
• Celestial witchy theme with moons and stars, gold foil, and black backgrounds

Include all essential details — date, time, dress code (costumes optional?), and registry info.

If you’re going digital, Etsy and Canva have customizable templates. For printed invites, pair them with black envelopes and gold calligraphy or wax seals shaped like pumpkins or bats.

Little Boo Cards and Gifts Baby Shower Sign

The “Little Boo Cards and Gifts” baby shower sign from JermolinaArt is a charming Halloween accent featuring cute ghost details to guide guests where to leave their presents and cards.

Setting the Scene: Decorations and Color Palettes

The décor is what turns a regular shower into a Halloween masterpiece. Focus on balancing spooky with sweet.

Color Schemes

• Classic Halloween: Orange, black, and white
• Modern Minimalist: Matte black, ivory, gold, and greenery
• Pastel Spooky: Lilac, peach, cream, and mint
• Rustic Autumn: Burnt orange, brown, beige, and copper accents

Decor Essentials

• Pumpkins Everywhere: Real or faux, painted in pastels or metallics. Add baby names or initials on them.
• Balloon Garlands: Use orange, black, and nude tones. Add mini bats or spiders.
• Backdrop Wall: “A Little Boo is on the Way” neon sign, ghost garland, or pampas grass arch.
• Table Décor: Black lace runners, baby’s breath in amber bottles, and candles in pumpkin holders.
• Photo Booth: Set up a “Maternity Mummy” photo wall with themed props — witch hats, onesies, and ghost plushies.

Glitter A Little Boo Is Almost Due Baby Shower Banner

The “A Little Boo Is Almost Due” glitter banner from Pelemele sparkles with Halloween magic, featuring shimmering letters and ghostly charm to celebrate the mom-to-be in spooky style.

Baby Shower Venue Ideas

You can make a Halloween baby shower work in almost any setting.

• At Home: Decorate your living room or backyard with pumpkins, cobwebs, and fairy lights.
• Barn or Rustic Venue: Add hay bales, lanterns, and a pumpkin patch aesthetic.
• Community Hall or Clubhouse: Great for larger gatherings. Create zones — gift table, dessert bar, photo booth.
• Outdoor Garden Party: Ideal for late-afternoon events; use blankets, hot cider, and lantern lighting.

If outdoors, rent heat lamps or fire pits for warmth and atmosphere.

Halloween Baby Shower Balloon Arch

This Halloween Baby Shower Balloon Arch from PartyGarland creates a stunning, spooky backdrop with themed colors and festive balloon designs that bring your baby Halloween celebration to life.

Food & Drinks: Spooky Treats with a Sweet Twist

A Halloween shower’s food table is your chance to impress — think of it as your “edible décor.”

Savory and Healthy Options

• Halloween Mini Pizzas
• Mummy Dogs (crescent-wrapped hot dogs)
• Monster Veggie Tray with olive “eyeballs”
• Jack-O’-Lantern Stuffed Peppers
• Monster Mouth Snacks with Apples and Peanuts
• Cutie Mandarin Orange Pumpkins with Celery Stems
• Halloween Charcuterie Board

Sweet Treats

• Cupcakes with Bat or Ghost Toppers
• Pumpkin Cheesecake Bites
• Candy Corn Cookies
• “Witch’s Brew” Jello Cups layered in orange, green, and purple
• Cake Pops shaped like Baby Bottles, Pumpkins, or Ghosts

Drinks

• Pumpkin Spice Lattes: Guests can customize with whipped cream and cinnamon sticks.
• Crock Pot Apple Cider: Makes the house smell like cinnamon!
• Mocktails: Serve in potion bottles labeled “Love Potion No. 9” or “Baby Boo Brew.”
• Witches Brew Party Punch

Halloween Baby Shower Games

These Halloween Baby Shower Games from Meadow Paperie feature fun, spooky-themed activities that entertain guests and add a festive touch to your “Little Boo” celebration.

Cake Design Inspiration

Your cake is a centerpiece, so let it tie the entire theme together.

Ideas:

• A two-tier white cake with pastel pumpkins and “Little Boo” topper.
• A black buttercream cake with gold moons and stars for a witchy aesthetic.
• A pumpkin-shaped cake with fondant baby feet peeking out.
• A candy corn ombré cake in orange, yellow, and white.

Add coordinating cupcakes or cookies for guests to take home.

Blue Ghost Baby Shower Games

These Blue Ghost Baby Shower Games from PinkPartyShop add a fun and spooky twist to your Halloween celebration with adorable ghost designs and engaging activities for guests.

Baby Shower Games & Activities

Baby shower games get a spooky upgrade with Halloween twists!

Pumpkin Decorating Station

Provide mini pumpkins, paint, stickers, and glitter. Guests can create their own or decorate for the baby’s nursery.

“Guess the Baby Boo”

Guests bring baby photos, and everyone guesses who’s who.

Mummy Wrap Race

Guests use toilet paper to wrap each other like mummies — always hilarious for group photos!

Pumpkin Pong

Similar to beer pong, but with mini pumpkins or cups painted orange. Fill them with cider instead of alcohol.

Baby Bingo Game

Playing baby shower bingo adds a fun and interactive twist to your Halloween-themed celebration, letting guests mark spooky-themed gifts and win festive prizes.

Halloween Baby Shower Brewing Potion Party Favors

These “Baby Is Brewing” potion favors from InkHeartPaper turn mini liquor bottles into spooky-chic party gifts, perfect for a Halloween baby shower with a magical, witchy twist.

Costumes and Dress Code

Encourage costumes if the mom-to-be loves dressing up. Make it optional so everyone feels comfortable.

Cute Costume Ideas for the Mom-to-Be

• Mummy-to-Be: White dress with gauze wrap and a bump accent.
• Pumpkin Belly: Orange shirt with jack-o’-lantern face over the belly.
• Glinda the Good Witch: Sparkly dress and tiara.
• Skeleton with Baby Bones: A classic Halloween maternity tee.

You can even give a small prize for best costume or most creative spooky accessory.

Fall Baby Shower Favors Autumn Seed Packets

These Fall Baby Shower Favors from KaseaStudio feature autumn-inspired seed packets that make charming, earthy gifts for guests at a Halloween-themed “Little Pumpkin” or “Baby Is Brewing” celebration.

Halloween Baby Shower Favors

End the celebration with themed take-home goodies.

Favor Ideas

• Mini pumpkin spice candles labeled “A Little Boo is Brewing.”
• Ghost-shaped sugar cookies wrapped in cellophane.
• Mini jars of orange bath salts with black ribbon.
• “Witch’s Brew” hot cocoa mix or pumpkin spice latte kits.
• Personalized candy bags: “From Our Little Pumpkin to Yours.”

Place favors on a decorated table near the exit with a sign like, “Take a Treat, No Tricks!”

Halloween Baby Shower Sash & Daddy Pin Set

This Halloween Baby Shower Sash & Daddy Pin Set from Bump Blossom adds a spooky-cute touch for the parents-to-be, featuring festive Halloween designs that perfectly match a themed celebration.

Halloween Baby Shower Photography Tips

You’ll want to capture every cozy, spooky-sweet detail.

• Use warm lighting (candles, fairy lights, lanterns) to complement orange and gold tones.
• Set up a photo backdrop with themed props — pumpkins, witch hats, or a chalkboard reading “Baby Boo’s First Party.”
• Capture candid shots of laughter and costumes.
• Include close-ups of décor, desserts, and the bump!

If possible, hire a photographer who specializes in family or event photography to ensure crisp, emotional images.

Baby Shower Gothic Carriage Decoration

This Gothic Carriage Baby Shower Decoration from Sia Dreamers adds a darkly elegant touch to your Halloween-themed celebration with its vintage carriage design and spooky Victorian flair.

Halloween Playlist and Party Entertainment

Music enhances the atmosphere. Curate a playlist that’s Halloween-inspired but upbeat and baby-friendly.

Playlist Ideas

• “Thriller” – Michael Jackson
• “Monster Mash” – Bobby Pickett
• “Ghostbusters” – Ray Parker Jr.
• “I Put a Spell on You” – Bette Midler version from Hocus Pocus
• “This Is Halloween” – The Nightmare Before Christmas
• Add cozy background instrumentals (jazz or acoustic covers) for quieter moments like gift-opening.

If kids are attending, include a few Disney Halloween songs to keep the vibe cheerful.

Halloween Baby Shower Cupcake Toppers

These Halloween Baby Shower Cupcake Toppers from Rare Moment Designs add a festive touch to your dessert table with adorable ghosts, pumpkins, and spooky accents perfect for a “Little Boo” celebration.

DIY Projects and Crafting Touches

A handmade touch makes the baby shower extra special.

Pumpkin Centerpieces

Hollow out small pumpkins and fill them with seasonal flowers — dahlias, mums, and eucalyptus.

Baby Ghost Garland

Cut ghost shapes from felt, draw sweet faces, and string them across the fireplace or dessert table.

Custom Signs

Use chalkboards or wood planks with hand-lettered phrases like “Welcome, Little Pumpkin” or “Something Boo-tiful Is Brewing.”

Witch Hat Place Cards

Tiny black witch hats with each guest’s name can double as favors.

Baby Shower Hand Sanitizers Party Favors

These Baby Shower Hand Sanitizer Party Favors from Joytations are a practical and spooky-chic addition, featuring Halloween-themed labels that delight guests while keeping hands clean.

Incorporating the Gender Reveal

If you’re combining a baby shower with a gender reveal, Halloween lends itself to dramatic reveals.

Ideas:

• Cauldron Smoke: Colored powder (pink or blue) released from a cauldron.
• Pumpkin Smash: Hollow pumpkin filled with colored confetti.
• Trick or Treat Boxes: Guests open a “treat” to reveal the gender color.

Coordinate the reveal moment during dessert or after games for maximum excitement.

A Baby Is Brewing Balloons Halloween Themed Baby Shower

These “A Baby Is Brewing” balloons and matching witch hat and cauldron from Cher Can Do It bring a whimsical, witchy touch to your Halloween baby shower, creating a festive and photo-worthy party atmosphere.

Hocus Pocus Halloween Themed Pregnancy Announcement

This “Hocus Pocus” Halloween-themed pregnancy announcement from 2M Baby Gender Reveals captures the magic of the season with spooky fonts and whimsical charm to reveal your baby news in festive style.

Creating a Cozy Autumn Atmosphere

Balance spooky with warmth by layering textures and scents.

Lighting:

Soft amber fairy lights, flickering candles, or jack-o’-lanterns.

Scents:

Cinnamon sticks, pumpkin spice diffusers, or cider simmer pots.

Comfort Touches:

Plaid blankets, hay bales for seating, and a hot chocolate bar.

A Halloween baby shower doesn’t have to feel dark — it can feel like a cozy October evening wrapped in love.

Sibling Reveal Halloween Embroidered Sweatshirts

These embroidered Big Brother and Big Sister Halloween sweatshirts from Baby Fashion by Do make an adorable sibling reveal outfit set, perfect for celebrating a new arrival at a spooky-themed baby shower.

Budget-Friendly Hosting Tips

You can host a stylish Halloween baby shower without breaking the bank.

• DIY Décor: Paint dollar-store pumpkins in your color palette.
• Potluck Menu: Ask each guest to bring a fall dish or dessert.
• Printable Decorations: Use Canva or Etsy templates for signs and labels.
• Repurpose Fall Décor: Borrow Halloween decorations or use items you already own (candles, plaid blankets, etc.).
• Host at Home: A backyard or living room setting feels intimate and saves on rental costs.

Even small gatherings can look magazine-worthy with thoughtful details.

Halloween Baby Shower Photo Booth Props

These Halloween Baby Shower Photo Booth Props from Simon and Le add spooky fun to your celebration with themed designs like ghosts, pumpkins, and “mummy-to-be” signs for memorable party photos.

Kid-Friendly Additions

If families are invited, include a few touches that make kids feel included:

• Pumpkin painting table with washable paint.
• Trick-or-Treat candy station or mini scavenger hunt.
• Halloween movie corner with It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown.
• Cupcake-decorating kits for little ones to create edible monsters.

Hocus Pocus I Smell A Child Halloween Shower Balloons

These “Hocus Pocus I Smell a Child” balloons from Cher Can Do It bring witchy whimsy to your Halloween baby shower with playful fonts and spooky-cute charm inspired by the classic Halloween movie.

Social Media and Pinterest-Ready Moments

Since Halloween décor is naturally photogenic, take advantage of share-worthy visuals.

Ideas for Photo Ops:

• “Boo Baby” backdrop with balloons and a onesie banner.
• Themed dessert table with layered treats and candles.
• A sign reading “I’m Just Here for the Boos (and Baby Snuggles).”
• Group costume photo with the mom-to-be front and center.

Encourage guests to tag a unique hashtag like #BabyBooShower or #LittlePumpkinOnTheWay for easy sharing.

Halloween Baby Shower Themed Cookies

These Halloween Baby Shower Themed Cookies from Simpsweecrea feature adorable spooky designs like ghosts, pumpkins, and baby onesies, making them a sweet and festive treat for your celebration.

Sample Itinerary for a Halloween Baby Shower

1:00 PM – Guest Arrival

Guests grab cider or mocktails and mingle.

1:30 PM – Welcome Speech

Host thanks guests and introduces the theme.

2:00 PM – Games Begin

Mummy Wrap Race or Guess the Baby Boo.

2:45 PM – Meal or Buffet Service

Guests enjoy themed bites and pumpkin treats.

3:30 PM – Gift Opening

Play soft music and take photos.

4:15 PM – Dessert & Gender Reveal (optional)

Cut the cake or reveal the big surprise.

5:00 PM – Farewell Favors

Guests grab their favors and snap last-minute photos.

Sweet Halloween Party Plates and Serverware

These Sweet Halloween Party Plates and Serverware from SteshaParty combine spooky charm with adorable designs, creating a festive and coordinated tablescape for your Halloween-themed baby shower.

Final Touches for a Magical Baby Shower

The most memorable Halloween baby showers strike a balance between spooky fun and heartfelt celebration. Add finishing touches that make the event personal — a letter-writing station where guests leave advice for the baby, or a memory jar for well-wishes.

This special day is about welcoming a new little life into the world, surrounded by laughter, warmth, and maybe a few cobwebs. With pumpkins glowing and cider simmering, your Halloween baby shower will be as cozy as it is creative — a perfect treat for a growing family.