Free Halloween Scavenger Hunt Clues For A Spooky Adventure

Halloween scavenger hunt clues have become one of our favorite ways to turn an ordinary October day into something special.

Whether we use them on Halloween morning or hide them around the house on a rainy afternoon, this simple activity always leads to laughter.

You’ll find 12 fun rhyming clues in the free printable below, perfect for kids of all ages and easy to set up in just a few minutes.

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Halloween Riddles for Scavenger Hunt

These 12 Halloween scavenger hunt riddles are perfect for younger kids and easy to adapt for your home.

Each clue leads to a familiar place, turning your living space into a spooky adventure filled with giggles and excitement.

You can hide them all at once or reveal one at a time as your child solves each rhyme.

Here’s the full list of rhyming clues with suggested hiding spots:

• Close your eyes and wrap up tight, the next clue is hiding by a bedside light (either your bedroom lamp or theirs if they have one)
• Ghosts and ghouls are screaming, the next clue is where you will be dreaming (under their pillow)
• On Halloween you get to stay up late, the next clue is where you will find a plate (where you keep the plates)
• Witches have a crooked nose, the next clue is where she would keep her clothes (either in the children’s closet or mommy’s)
• Witches flying on a broom, the next clue is in mommy’s room (anywhere the children would think of as your room, either bedroom or kitchen!)
• Pumpkin carving is so fun, the next clue is hiding in what you wear to run (either sneakers or sports gear)
• I just love a Halloween wreath, the next clue is where you go to brush your teeth (near the sink in their bathroom.)
• All the black cats come out to play, the next clue is hiding near something grey (a kettle, a toaster, an oven, or anything your children will think of.)
• Look, can you see the flying bats? The next clue is hiding in your hat (hide it in one of their hats)
• Halloween candy tastes so good, but make sure you don’t bloat, the next clue is hiding in your coat (hide it in a coat pocket)
• The witches flying around the house making a scene, the next clue is hiding where mom cleans (the washing machine, dishwasher, or vacuum make great places)
• It’ll soon be time to go Trick or Treat, the next clue is hiding where you eat (under the kitchen table)

How to Play the Indoor Halloween Hunt

This indoor Halloween treasure hunt is quick to prep and so much fun to play. Just follow these simple steps to get started:

• Print the clue cards – You’ll find the free printable riddles at the bottom of this page. Cardstock works best if you want to reuse them, but regular paper is perfectly fine too.
• Cut out the clues – A good pair of scissors makes this part fast. The cards are large enough for little hands, but you can fold them to fit into trickier hiding spots.
• Plan your hiding spots – Jot down where each clue is going and in what order. This makes the setup smoother and helps avoid confusion mid-hunt.
• Prepare the prize – Candy is a classic, but if you’re skipping sweets this year, small toys, Halloween books, or themed trinkets work just as well.

If you want to make the hunt even more exciting, try mixing in a few of our Halloween candy scavenger hunt riddles too!

Halloween Treasure Ideas for Kids

If you’re skipping candy this year (or dealing with allergies like we are), non-food prizes make great alternatives, and often end up being even more fun.

We’ve used these as the final “treasure” at the end of our Halloween hunt, and they’ve always been a hit:

• Batman The Long Halloween Book – My son’s obsessed with anything Batman, and this graphic novel-style book felt just mature enough to feel “cool” without being too much. We used it as a final prize one year, and it totally beat candy.
• Lego Halloween Ideas Book – This was a big hit during quiet time after the hunt. It’s full of build ideas using regular bricks, which kept him entertained without needing a brand-new set.
• Halloween Mad Libs Junior – We ended up doing these right after the treasure hunt, and the whole family got in on the laughs. A great way to stretch the fun without any extra setup.
• Room on the Broom – A favorite read-aloud every October. It’s sweet, funny, and perfect for winding down after the excitement of the hunt.
• Halloween Bracelets – I always keep a pack of these on hand. They’re fun, allergy-safe, and kids love getting to pick one from the “prize pile” at the end of the scavenger hunt.

More Fun Halloween Activities

If you’re planning a full day (or week) of Halloween fun, these printables pair perfectly with your scavenger hunt:

• Halloween Mad Libs – These always crack us up. Kids love filling in the blanks with the silliest words they can think of, and it’s secretly great language practice too.
• Halloween word search – A simple, low-prep option that works whether your child wants quiet time or a bit of friendly competition with siblings.
• Halloween matching game – Perfect for younger kids, this flip-and-match card game is a great way to build memory skills while keeping with the spooky theme.
• Halloween bingo – We’ve used these at parties and family dinners, easy to set up and always a hit. Add candy or mini toys as prizes to make it even more fun.

These extra activities are a great way to keep the Halloween games going long after the last clue is found.

Get Your Free Printable Halloween Treasure Hunt Clues Here!

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More Fall Scavenger Hunts

If your kids loved this Halloween hunt, don’t stop there, these free printable scavenger hunts keep the fun going all season long:

• Fall Scavenger Hunt – Head outside and explore the changing leaves, acorns, and pumpkins with this simple outdoor checklist.
• Thanksgiving Scavenger Hunt – A fun way to keep kids engaged while you prep the big meal, with clues and challenges for all ages.
• Thanksgiving Photo Scavenger Hunt – Give kids a phone or camera and let them capture holiday moments through a creative lens.
• Elf Scavenger Hunt – Add some extra magic to December with a silly printable hunt your elf can “leave” behind.
• Christmas Scavenger Hunt – Build excitement on Christmas Eve or morning with riddles and surprises hidden around the house.

With these themed hunts ready to print, you’ll always have a festive, screen-free activity on hand, no matter the holiday.

Last Updated on 14 July 2025 by Clare Brown