The Ultimate List: 100 Halloween Trivia Questions to Light Up Your Par – Mosaic Art Studio US

Hosting a Halloween party? Or maybe you’re just trying to distract your coworkers from doomscrolling their emails with something a little more festive? Either way, nothing says “spooky bonding” like a solid set of Halloween Trivia Questions. Trust me—people may forget their costumes, but they’ll remember if you nailed the quiz section.

We’ve rounded up 100 questions covering history, movies, candy, costumes, and even pumpkins that somehow grow to be heavier than a small car. Whether you’re a trivia master or just here for the candy corn, you’ll find plenty of quirky, creepy, and candy-coated knowledge to keep the night fun. Ready? Let’s get spooky. 🎃

Classic Halloween Trivia Questions 👻

Halloween has been around for centuries, but it hasn’t always been about giant candy buckets and inflatable skeletons on suburban lawns. Its roots go way back to Celtic festivals, religious traditions, and a whole lot of bonfires that probably would’ve gotten you in trouble with the local fire department today.

These Halloween Trivia Questions test your basic knowledge—the stuff you should probably know before you dress your dog up like Dracula and call yourself a Halloween expert.

Where does the word “Halloween” come from?
👉 Answer: “All Hallows’ Eve.”
Which ancient Celtic festival is Halloween rooted in?
👉 Answer: Samhain.
Which U.S. state grows the most pumpkins?
👉 Answer: Illinois.
What year did Halloween fall on a Sunday most recently?
👉 Answer: 2021.
What do people traditionally bob for at parties?
👉 Answer: Apples.
Which First Lady first decorated the White House for Halloween?
👉 Answer: Mamie Eisenhower, 1958.
What’s the name of the legend tied to the jack-o’-lantern?
👉 Answer: Stingy Jack.
True or False: Halloween started as a pagan holiday.
👉 Answer: True.
What fruit was originally used to make jack-o’-lanterns in Ireland?
👉 Answer: Turnips.
Which city hosts the biggest Halloween parade in the U.S.?
👉 Answer: New York City.

Halloween Movie Trivia 🎥

Halloween without scary movies is like trick-or-treating without candy—it’s just awkward. Horror films have given us iconic killers, creepy dolls, and at least 17 reboots of Michael Myers running slower than a jogger but somehow still catching everyone.

This section of Halloween Trivia Questions is perfect for movie buffs who think they can survive a horror movie but scream when a door creaks.

Which 1978 horror movie was set in Haddonfield, Illinois?
👉 Answer: Halloween.
Which horror movie features a doll named Annabelle?
👉 Answer: The Conjuring.
What’s the highest-grossing horror film of all time?
👉 Answer: It (2017).
What horror movie villain wears a hockey mask?
👉 Answer: Jason Voorhees (Friday the 13th).
What year did A Nightmare on Elm Street come out?
👉 Answer: 1984.
Who directed Psycho in 1960?
👉 Answer: Alfred Hitchcock.
What was the original name for Michael Jackson’s Thriller?
👉 Answer: Starlight.
Which horror film features the song “Tiptoe Through the Tulips”?
👉 Answer: Insidious.
Who plays Dracula in the 1931 classic film?
👉 Answer: Bela Lugosi.
Which horror film inspired the Thriller music video?
👉 Answer: An American Werewolf in London.

Spooky Candy Trivia 🍬

Halloween candy is basically the unofficial currency of October. Forget Bitcoin—kids out here are trading mini Snickers and arguing over whether candy corn is trash or treasure (spoiler: it was originally called Chicken Feed).

These Halloween Trivia Questions are all about the sweet stuff—because let’s be honest, nobody shows up to a Halloween party for carrot sticks.

What’s the most popular Halloween candy in the U.S.?
👉 Answer: Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups.
How many pounds of candy corn are produced each year?
👉 Answer: About 35 million.
What candy was introduced in 1930 and is still a favorite?
👉 Answer: Snickers.
What candy was originally called “Chicken Feed”?
👉 Answer: Candy corn.
Which candy was included in WWII military rations?
👉 Answer: Tootsie Rolls.
What is considered the least popular Halloween candy?
👉 Answer: Circus Peanuts.
What was the first flavor of Swedish Fish?
👉 Answer: Raspberry.
How many calories are in the average trick-or-treater’s haul?
👉 Answer: About 11,000.
In which decade did fun-size candy bars appear?
👉 Answer: 1960s.
What candy slogan says, “Taste the Rainbow”?
👉 Answer: Skittles.

Costume Trivia 🧙♀️

Costumes are the heart of Halloween. From sexy pizza slices (yes, that’s real) to babies dressed as burritos, it’s a mix of creativity, chaos, and people realizing their $4 vampire teeth don’t fit.

This batch of Halloween Trivia Questions tests how much you know about spooky fashion statements.

What’s the most popular adult Halloween costume?
👉 Answer: Witch.
How many pet costumes are sold annually in the U.S.?
👉 Answer: Around 29 million.
In what U.S. state is it illegal to dress as a priest on Halloween?
👉 Answer: Alabama.
What was the top children’s costume in 2020?
👉 Answer: Princess.
What’s the most popular Halloween costume for pets?
👉 Answer: Pumpkin.
What movie character’s mask was actually a repurposed William Shatner mask?
👉 Answer: Michael Myers.
Which superhero is a top choice for kids on Halloween?
👉 Answer: Spider-Man.
What traditional Halloween costume was worn to scare away ghosts during Samhain?
👉 Answer: Animal skins and masks.
What group costume idea never goes out of style?
👉 Answer: The Addams Family.
What was the most Googled Halloween costume in 2022?
👉 Answer: Stranger Things characters.

Trick-or-Treat Trivia 🍭

Trick-or-treating is basically the Super Bowl for kids—with costumes, sugar highs, and parents quietly hoping their kid chooses to share at least one Reese’s. It started centuries ago, but of course, kids today think it’s all about who can score the biggest haul in the shortest time.

These Halloween Trivia Questions dive into the history and quirks of trick-or-treating. You might just realize that “door-to-door begging for candy” has a surprisingly fascinating backstory.

When did trick-or-treating become popular in the U.S.?
👉 Answer: 1930s–40s.
Which country started the tradition of “souling”?
👉 Answer: England.
What phrase did kids originally say before “trick-or-treat”?
👉 Answer: “Help the poor.”
Which decade made trick-or-treating a mainstream tradition in America?
👉 Answer: 1950s.
What is the average age kids stop trick-or-treating?
👉 Answer: Around 12–13 years old.
What candy brand tried (and failed) to replace trick-or-treating with a mail-in candy program during WWII?
👉 Answer: Mars.
What’s the busiest trick-or-treating night in the world?
👉 Answer: Halloween night in the U.S.
What did kids in Scotland ask for instead of candy?
👉 Answer: Money or fruit.
What safety item became common in the 1980s for kids on Halloween night?
👉 Answer: Reflective tape.
What day of the week is considered safest for trick-or-treating?
👉 Answer: Saturday.

Pumpkin Trivia 🎃

Pumpkins are basically the mascots of Halloween—round, orange, and carved into faces that range from spooky to “clearly my toddler helped.” They’ve been around forever, and some of the trivia about them is stranger than you’d think (giant pumpkin boats, anyone?).

This section of Halloween Trivia Questions focuses on the pumpkin’s role in history, decoration, and of course, pie.

What U.S. state produces the most pumpkins?
👉 Answer: Illinois.
What’s the world record weight for the heaviest pumpkin?
👉 Answer: Over 2,700 pounds.
What percentage of a pumpkin is water?
👉 Answer: About 90%.
What did Irish immigrants originally carve instead of pumpkins?
👉 Answer: Turnips.
How many seeds does the average pumpkin have?
👉 Answer: Around 500.
What country hosts pumpkin boat races?
👉 Answer: The U.S. (Oregon).
What vitamin are pumpkins high in?
👉 Answer: Vitamin A.
What’s the most popular pumpkin-flavored product in fall?
👉 Answer: Pumpkin spice latte.
What’s the fear of pumpkins called?
👉 Answer: Cucurbitophobia.
Which U.S. city hosts the famous Pumpkin Show?
👉 Answer: Circleville, Ohio.

Haunted History Trivia 🏚️

Behind every good Halloween tradition is a spooky old story—whether it’s witches, ghosts, or just tales parents told kids to stop them from sneaking candy. Some of these historical tidbits are surprisingly creepy, while others are just plain odd.

These Halloween Trivia Questions bring history to life (and occasionally back from the dead). Perfect for anyone who thinks “fun fact” is the best kind of party trick.

Which country is considered the birthplace of Halloween?
👉 Answer: Ireland.
What ancient people celebrated Samhain?
👉 Answer: The Celts.
What church holiday does Halloween fall before?
👉 Answer: All Saints’ Day.
Who was the first U.S. president to decorate the White House for Halloween?
👉 Answer: Dwight D. Eisenhower.
What year was the first citywide Halloween celebration in the U.S.?
👉 Answer: 1921, in Anoka, Minnesota.
What was Halloween originally meant to ward off?
👉 Answer: Evil spirits.
Which pope established All Saints’ Day?
👉 Answer: Pope Gregory III.
What medieval practice inspired trick-or-treating?
👉 Answer: “Souling.”
What year was candy corn invented?
👉 Answer: 1880s.
Where is Transylvania, famously linked with Dracula?
👉 Answer: Romania.

Music & Pop Culture Trivia 🎶

Halloween isn’t just about pumpkins and ghosts—it’s about the vibes. And nothing sets the tone like music and pop culture moments that are equal parts creepy and iconic. From “Thriller” to cult films, there’s a reason we can’t let October pass without singing along.

This round of Halloween Trivia Questions is for those who live for Halloween playlists and know exactly when to hit play on the spooky hits.

What year did Michael Jackson release “Thriller”?
👉 Answer: 1982.
Who directed the “Thriller” music video?
👉 Answer: John Landis.
What song begins with a witch’s cackle and creaking doors?
👉 Answer: “Monster Mash.”
Which Disney movie features the song “This Is Halloween”?
👉 Answer: The Nightmare Before Christmas.
Who wrote the theme music for Halloween (1978)?
👉 Answer: John Carpenter.
Which pop star dressed as Harley Quinn for Halloween in 2016?
👉 Answer: Beyoncé.
What famous magician died on Halloween?
👉 Answer: Harry Houdini.
Which 1980s music video made zombies trendy again?
👉 Answer: “Thriller.”
Which movie features the line, “We are the weirdos, mister”?
👉 Answer: The Craft.
What classic song opens with “I was working in the lab late one night”?
👉 Answer: “Monster Mash.”

Global Halloween Trivia 🌍

Believe it or not, Halloween isn’t just an American thing. Different countries celebrate in their own unique ways—sometimes scarier, sometimes sweeter, but always fascinating.

This section of Halloween Trivia Questions shows how spooky season looks when you cross oceans and cultures.

What’s Mexico’s version of Halloween called?
👉 Answer: Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead).
In what country do kids celebrate “Guy Fawkes Night” near Halloween?
👉 Answer: England.
What country celebrates “Obon,” a festival honoring ancestors, similar in spirit to Halloween?
👉 Answer: Japan.
Where is the Hungry Ghost Festival celebrated?
👉 Answer: China.
What’s Canada’s most popular Halloween candy?
👉 Answer: Coffee Crisp.
In which country do kids say “trick or treat” as “souling”?
👉 Answer: Ireland.
Which country celebrates “Kawasaki Halloween Parade”?
👉 Answer: Japan.
What is the name of the Filipino tradition similar to trick-or-treating?
👉 Answer: Pangangaluluwa.
In what country is Halloween called “Hop-tu-Naa”?
👉 Answer: Isle of Man.
What holiday in Italy is celebrated right after Halloween?
👉 Answer: All Saints’ Day.

Extra Fun & Random Trivia 🕷️

Okay, these are the questions that didn’t fit anywhere else but were too fun not to include. Think of this as the grab-bag at the end of trick-or-treating—you never know if it’s a full-size chocolate bar or a random toothbrush, but it’s still part of the adventure.

These Halloween Trivia Questions are weird, surprising, and guaranteed to get at least one person saying, “Wait…really?”

What animal is often associated with witches?
👉 Answer: Cats (especially black cats).
Which vegetable is believed to repel vampires?
👉 Answer: Garlic.
What color is most commonly linked with Halloween besides black?
👉 Answer: Orange.
What plant is used to ward off evil spirits?
👉 Answer: Rosemary.
What’s the fear of Halloween called?
👉 Answer: Samhainophobia.
How many colors are in a candy corn piece?
👉 Answer: Three (yellow, orange, white).
What creature transforms during a full moon?
👉 Answer: Werewolf.
What day is Halloween celebrated each year?
👉 Answer: October 31.
What’s the record for the fastest pumpkin carving?
👉 Answer: Under 17 seconds.
Which bird is considered a Halloween symbol of bad luck?
👉 Answer: Owl.

Want Your Halloween Party to Actually Glow?

Okay, so here’s the deal—Halloween parties are fun, sure. Costumes, candy, maybe one too many pumpkin spice lattes. But you know what really makes people remember it? Doing something together that’s not just taking photos in front of the same plastic skeleton. Enter: Mosaic Lamp Workshops.

At Mosaic Art Studio, we’ve basically cracked the code for “fun but not cheesy.” Your crew grabs tiles, glues them in all sorts of spooky (or not-so-spooky) patterns, and suddenly you’ve got a glowing lamp that looks way fancier than you expected. Bonus: Turkish tea, snacks, and that weird coworker finally having something to talk about besides Excel sheets.

So if you want your Halloween event to feel more “legendary night” and less “forgettable candy coma,” you know what to do.
👉 Book your private Halloween workshop here and let’s make some glowing chaos together.