19 Halloween Door Hangers Ideas
When it comes to Halloween decor, most people think about pumpkins, cobwebs, and spooky yard setups.
But here’s the truth—your front door is the first thing trick-or-treaters and guests see, so it’s your ultimate chance to make a statement.
A great Halloween door hanger is like the spooky handshake that sets the mood before anyone even knocks.
1. Witch Hat Door Hanger
If you’ve ever dreamed of having a “witch is in” vibe, this one nails it. A large witch hat door hanger made from black felt or metal instantly shouts Halloween without being over the top. Pair it with a dangling broom silhouette or even a sign that says “Witch Parking Only.”
Pro Tip: Use lightweight foam board under the fabric so it won’t flop in windy weather.
A friend of mine tried this and ended up with the neighborhood kids calling her house “The Witch’s Porch” every year after.
2. Spooky Wooden Plaques
Wooden door hangers with carved-out phrases like Trick or Treat, Boo, or Haunted Welcome give you that classic rustic feel. These are easy to make if you’ve got a jigsaw and some paint.
According to Etsy trends, wooden Halloween signs saw a 38% increase in sales last year—people love reusable decor that lasts for multiple Halloweens.
3. Skeleton Door Greeter
Picture opening your door to a skeleton holding a tiny sign that says Enter If You Dare. You can mount a half-size skeleton so it “hangs” over your door, or get a flat cutout version for the center.
Hack: Attach glow-in-the-dark tape on the bones so it’s creepy even at night without extra lighting.
4. Bat Swarm Silhouette
Instead of just one hanger, imagine a cluster of bats swooping across your door. You can create these from black foam or vinyl and mount them so they appear mid-flight.
A friend in my old neighborhood did this, and at night with a porch light behind them, it looked like a real bat swarm. Creeped me out every single time.
5. Candy Corn Welcome Sign
This is for those who like a softer, nostalgic Halloween look. A candy corn-shaped hanger painted in orange, yellow, and white is both inviting and festive.
Fun Fact: The National Confectioners Association says 35 million pounds of candy corn are produced annually—enough to keep this theme going for decades.
6. Haunted Mirror Frame
Take an old picture frame, paint it black, and add reflective plastic film so it looks like a mirror. In the center, stencil spooky messages like I See You or Behind You.
Pro tip—spray a light mist of gray paint on the mirror surface so it looks dusty and haunted.
7. Black Cat Cutout
A flat black cat silhouette with glowing yellow eyes makes for a bold, simple statement. Cats have been Halloween icons for centuries, and the bright contrast works on almost any colored door.
Historically, black cats were believed to be witches’ familiars—perfect for setting that eerie tone.
8. Pumpkin Patch Scene
Instead of one pumpkin, create a layered wooden or foam cutout of several pumpkins stacked or scattered. Add faces to some, leave others plain, and maybe tuck in a little crow silhouette for effect.
When I made one of these for my aunt’s farmhouse door, she told me she kept it up all fall—Halloween and beyond—because it looked so warm and seasonal.
9. Spider Web Frame
Take a circular or oval frame and fill it with a string or yarn spider web pattern. Add a plastic spider in the center for the finishing touch.
Pro Tip: Use stretchy white elastic cord so the “web” keeps its shape and tension outdoors.
10. Ghost Family Hanger
Instead of one ghost, cut out three or more ghosts in different sizes so it looks like a ghost family floating together. Give each a different facial expression—silly, spooky, or surprised.
It’s a great option if you want to make the display kid-friendly but still Halloween-focused.
11. Trick-or-Treat Countdown Board
Why not make your door hanger interactive? A chalkboard or whiteboard sign counting down the days to Halloween will have kids checking your door daily.
Fun fact—holiday countdown decor has grown in popularity by over 50% in the last five years, and Halloween is catching up to Christmas in this trend.
12. Vintage Ouija Board Design
Print or paint an Ouija board graphic onto wood or canvas and hang it as a door display. It’s eerie, nostalgic, and instantly sparks curiosity.
When my neighbor put one up last year, people actually knocked just to take pictures of it.
13. Haunted House Silhouette
Cut out or buy a flat haunted house design with crooked windows and a creepy fence. Add yellow paper behind the windows so it “glows” at night.
Pro Tip: Spray a light layer of glow-in-the-dark paint over it for a subtle, ghostly glow.
14. Beware of Zombies Sign
Play into the fun horror vibe with a blood-dripped “Beware of Zombies” hanger.
If you’re handy with DIY, cut the letters from wood and use red hot glue to make “blood drips” that harden in place.
15. Mummy Wrap Door Hanger
Get a large foam circle, wrap it in white strips of cloth or gauze, and tuck in two big googly eyes peeking out. It’s like your door is the mummy’s face.
This one always makes kids laugh—and it’s budget-friendly to create in under an hour.
16. Poison Apple Hanger
Inspired by Snow White, a dripping green poison apple door hanger is perfect for those who like fairy-tale-inspired spookiness.
Pro tip—use a glossy spray finish so the “drips” look wet and fresh.
17. Gravestone Plaque
Create a foamboard RIP tombstone plaque for your door. Add cracks with a black marker and paint shadows for realism.
For extra effect, mount it at an angle, so it looks like it’s tilting out from your door.
18. Vampire Mouth Door Hanger
A giant open mouth with sharp fangs—simple, but unforgettable. You can make this from foam and paint the inside deep red.
According to HalloweenCostumes.com, vampire-themed decor sales spike 22% in late October, so this one’s always timely.
19. DIY Personalized “Haunted By…” Sign
Make it personal—literally. Create a wooden or canvas sign that says “Haunted by the [Your Last Name] Family” or something playful like “The Smiths’ Haunted Manor.”
It gives visitors a laugh while also making your home part of the Halloween storyline.
Conclusion
Halloween door hangers are more than just seasonal accessories—they’re your home’s first impression during the spookiest season of the year.
From witch hats and Ouija boards to mummy wraps and personalized haunted signs, each of these ideas can help you create a unique, memorable display that perfectly matches your style.
Whether you want to go cute and friendly or dark and chilling, the right door hanger transforms your entryway into a storytelling moment before anyone even steps inside.
