Your front door will be the heart of the action during Halloween thanks to the hoards of trick-or-treaters that come a-knocking.
That means one thing: your door has to look top-notch to frighten the neighbours! But what to do? If you're wondering how to make your door a Halloween spookfest then you're in the right place.
We've scoured the scariest corners of our archives to bring you the spookiest door decorations around. From draping cobwebs with hairy-legged spiders to roaring monsters with huge fangs! You'll find all sorts of creepy creatures to decorate your door with.
Discover a mixture of pre-made decorations to kick start your spooky door through to the best DIY Halloween door decoration you can make yourself at home.
Let the fright-fest commence!
30 best Halloween door decorations
1. Bloody hands Halloween door decoration
Give your door a sinister makeover with this realistic fake blood vinyl sticker. It can be used on any door in your home and sticks right on without any extra glue needed.
Not only will it give the neighbourhood kids a good scare, but you can also roll it up and store it away for reuse next year. Because, as we all know, there's nothing scarier than single-use plastic.
2. Moon and cat wreath
- Buy now from Amazon
For Halloween front door decor that's a little more understated and a little less gory, we love this crescent moon-shaped wreath. Featuring a black cat perched on the bottom, it's made from black flowers and orange berries – a charming addition to your front door all fall season.
Want to make your own wreath? Check out our DIY Halloween wreath ideas.
3. Streamer door curtain
A decorative foil streamer curtain would be perfect for Halloween door decorations in the classroom, or at a Halloween party to separate rooms.
It can also be folded up and reused again and again, which is an important feature for anyone prioritising sustainability throughout the holidays.
4. Halloween draping fabric
If you're looking for Halloween office door decorations, or for a Halloween party where you may wish to cordon off certain areas, this sheet of decorative lace fabric for hanging over doors or walkways is perfect.
You could also use it to stitch up an elaborate costume, if you're feeling creative! Head on over to our roundup for fun DIY Halloween costume ideas.
5. Spider web Halloween coir doormat
Your Halloween door décor is nothing without the perfect Halloween door mat! Step on a surprise with this creepy-crawly coir doormat.
6. Autumn leaves garland
- Buy now from Walmart ($19.99).
If you're looking for Halloween door ideas that can be used throughout the season, this charming fall leaves light up garland is a neutral option. The two garlands reach a total length of 19.7ft with 60 LED lights overall.
7. Spider web LED light
Fancy a wreath, but with some extra pizzazz? This light up spiderweb is a great Halloween door idea as it mimics the shape of a traditional wreath, but lights up to give your house a cosy glow, with a sinister touch!
8. Halloween hanging sign
- Buy now in the US from Amazon ($12.48).
If you're looking for Halloween door décor that won't frighten little kids, this door hanging is a cute option. It would look great hung underneath a wreath, or just on its own for a fun Halloween door display!
9. Halloween window lights
- Buy now in the US from Amazon ($23.73).
If you have glass in your front door, these Halloween window lights are a great idea! They sucker on and are easily removable at the end of the season, and feature LED lights for a 'fab-boo-lous' glowing welcome.
Don't miss our roundup of the best Halloween window decorations for more ideas!
10. Pumpkin Jack door garland
- Buy now from Etsy (£34.36).
Featuring a realistic rendition of Jack Skellington from The Nightmare Before Christmas, this Halloween front door decoration is a great choice for the maximalists out there! He's a favourite from the festive movie, which is a great watch for all the family in the Halloween and Christmas months.
11. Black cat door decor
- Buy now from Etsy (£16.02).
In contrast to the above option, for some easy Halloween door decorations, this two-pack of black cat door toppers are a cute touch! Available in eight different styles, you can choose between cats, spider webs, and witches, or opt for a mix of all three.
12. Haunted house door streamers
Perfect for an entryway or Halloween party, these haunted house streamers are a great Halloween door idea if you're looking to transform your home into a morbid mansion.
Make sure to check out our spine-chilling haunted house ideas for Halloween!
13. Shoes off witches door mat
Shoes off witches! Show your spooky house guests who's boss with this amusing Halloween doormat.
14. Creepy clown Halloween door decoration
If you are looking for scary Halloween door decorations to frighten the bejesus out of your neighbours, this creepy clown will do the trick!
This decoration will need adhesive to stick to your door, but works perfectly well with sticky tape. Fold away and reuse next year.
15. DIY Halloween door decoration cobweb
- Find the Halloween door decoration project on Joann
Using just a few simple macrame-style knots you can craft your own giant spider web to adorn your door! Don't forget your eight-legged friend to complete the look.
This one might work better on a door you don't need to open all the time. Otherwise, you might actually be dinner for Mr Spider!
Check out our roundup of the best DIY Halloween garden decor ideas for more!
16. Spooky stairs Halloween display idea
- Find the spooky spider project on One Good Thing by Jillie
Bats galore! These spooky beasts are the ideal door decoration to give everyone a fright. With their wicked wings, there's a reason these creatures have a dark omen.
Download the free template and create as many bats as you desire!
17. Easy Halloween door decoration
- Find the Halloween door decoration tutorial on MOMS
Make your door into a rather spooky monster! This quick and simple tutorial is ideal if you're short on time.
Made up of bits and pieces you can find around the house, this door decoration is a great way to get creative. Why not get the little ones involved?
18. Paper bag Halloween door decoration
- Find the Monster door decoration on Homejelly
It's no secret we are big on upcycling in craft here at Gathered. This DIY Halloween door decoration does just that.
It uses paper bags to make the bulk of the monster face, with decorated paper plates serving as the three eyes. Which expression will your little monsters choose?
19. Halloween door decoration sticker set
- Buy now from Etsy (£15.20).
Here's a lovely idea that you and your neighbours could team up on!
The set of decal stickers has two eyes, eyebrows, cobwebs and teeth, but you can arrange them in different ways to give different expressions to your Halloween door decoration monster face!
They are available in light or dark to suit the colour scheme of your door.
20. Doormat Halloween door decoration
- Buy now from Etsy (£19.99).
Whilst these Halloween doormats might not have your hair standing on end, it's a great way to finish off your Halloween door decoration.
Choose from four fun designs to suit your style.
21. Monster face Halloween door decorations
- Buy now in the US from Amazon ($11.11).
The set is comprised of two bloodshot eyes and an archway of bloody teeth which you can install over your front door, windows or garage archway to make it the mouth of doom!
22. Candy grab Halloween door decoration
- Find the Halloween door decoration project on CherishedBliss
If you like the idea of a supply of candy available on your front door, why not try crafting this pumpkin mouth candy grabber designed by Cherished Bliss?
In the tutorial, they use a store-bought half-pumpkin moulded shape to make the grabber. However, we think you could easily make your own version of this by adding paper mache over a real pumpkin!
To find out more about paper mache, check out our how to paper mache article to make this a real upcycling Halloween door decoration option.
24. Boo Halloween door decoration
- Find the Boo Halloween door decoration on Etsy
If you want to make sure your Halloween door decoration characters are friendly rather than frightful, why not buy this door plaque?
Created using artwork from Oregon-based illustrator Jamie Mills-Price, Wwe just love the details and shading she has worked into this lovely design!
25. Cobweb hoop Halloween door decoration
- Find the Halloween embroidery hoop tutorial on Gathered
If you are looking for a more homespun project to use as a Halloween door decoration, how about this embroidery Halloween hoop?
It's small in scale but will look brilliant hung alongside your letterbox or by your doorbell to give trick-or-treaters a creepy welcome when they arrive. And best of all, we have the free tutorial for this right here on Gathered!
26. DIY Wreath Halloween door decoration
- Get the DIY wreath tutorial on Paisley and Sparrow
This one might not scream Halloween but it's perfect for those less spooky folk out there.
Made up of puffy pom poms, this easy DIY wreath will look fabulous hanging on your door. Just make sure it doesn't get wet!
27. Ribbon wreath Halloween door decoration
- Find the ribbon wreath Halloween door decoration tutorial on Lolly Jane
Here's a tutorial for making your own Halloween door decoration in the form of a lovely ribbon wreath. Choose your all-time favourite ribbons this is the perfect DIY decor make to show them off!
28. Crochet skull wreath Halloween door decoration
- Find the free Halloween door decoration tutorial on JoAnns
If you are looking for a project to hook on for Halloween, this crochet skull Halloween door wreath is the decoration for you!
Use any colours you like, though neon and oranges are traditional of course! You can use the free tutorial from JoAnns to craft your own bespoke wreath.
29. Amigurumi Halloween door decorations
- Find the free amigurumi ghost crochet pattern and a free crochet bat pattern on Gathered
Keeping things crochet, don't miss our brilliant free patterns for an amigurumi ghost or bat, perfect for embellishing your Halloween door decorations.
These little guys would make an ideal centrepiece for any of the Halloween door decoration wreaths on show.
Alternatively, you can crochet a few to make a garland to festoon your Halloween door or mantelpiece display.
30. Halloween door decoration banner
- Find the Halloween door decoration banner tutorial on Polkadot Chair
You don't even need a sewing machine to make this brilliant Halloween door decoration banner. Just use the tutorial from Polkadot Chair to show off letters and words of your choice.
You can use any colourful fabric in your stash to make this easy Halloween decoration banner.
Create your ultimate Halloween door decorations
What spooky style do you have? Is it gore and blood as far as the eye can see? Or do you like a quaint pom pom wreath in cute Halloween colours? Think about your taste and go from there, you'll end up with the Halloween display of your dreams!
Spooky Halloween display ideas
You've got your door dressed up to outrageously creepy levels. Now it's time to spread that fear across the rest of your house. Get spooky with our DIY Halloween decorations.
