It’s never too soon to start gearing up for the scariest season of the year! There’s so much to do—like dreaming up creative Halloween costumes, stocking up on candy, and binge-watching your favorite horror movies to get into the spooky spirit. If you have a soft spot for corny humor, there are plenty of Halloween jokes to enjoy as you prepare for the eerie evening. Whether you’re hunting for goofy ghost puns or riddles to complement your ghoul costume, you’ll find jokes that will make your Halloween Instagram captions practically write themselves!
If you're hanging with friends this All Hallows' Eve, ask them what kind of drink the ghost buys at a bar—boos! Or what about the ghost who's going on vacation? He went to the Boo-hamas! These jokes about ghosts are real knee-slappers and are perfect for anyone who considers themselves a connoisseur of dad jokes. There are also so many ghost jokes for kids that are perfect for hiding in their lunchbox to make them smile while at school. They'll get a real kick out the ones based on Halloween puns like the ghosts who love to play hide-and-go-shriek! If you're already cracking up, then you'll definitely want to read on for these ghost jokes that are sure to lift your spirits.
Funny Ghost Jokes
- What do you call a ghost in the fireplace? A toasty ghosty.
- Why does a ghost hate getting caught in the rain? It dampens his spirits.
- Why does a ghost go crazy on Black Friday? He’s a bargain haunter.
- What did the ghost do at the red light? He came to a dead stop.
- Where is the ghost family planning their annual reunion? Lake Eerie.
- Why was the ghost mad at her husband? He was dead wrong.
- What do ghosts serve at dinner parties? Poultry-geist.
- Why did the game warden arrest the ghost? No haunting license.
- Why did the ghost starch his sheet? He wanted everyone scared stiff.
- What do ghosts eat on Halloween? Ghoulash.
- What’s a ghost’s favorite type of music? Sheet music.
- What did the ghost wear to improve his eyesight? Spook-tacles.
- Why did the ghost become a chef? He had a talent for soul food.
- Where do ghosts go when they want to surf? The Dead Sea.
- What do baby ghosts wear on their feet? Boo-ties.
- What’s a ghost’s favorite type of baked good? Boo-nana cream pie.
- What's a ghost's favorite makeup to wear? Mas-scare-a!
- What did the ghost buy at the bar? Boos!
- What's a ghost with a broken leg called? A hoblin goblin.
- What kind of horse do ghosts ride? A night-mare.
- Who did the ghost take to prom? A ghoul-friend!
- How does a ghost unlock a door? With a spoo-key.
- Where do ghosts buy their clothes? At a boo-tique!
- Why are ghosts and demons so close? Demons are a ghoul's best friend.
- What room does a ghost not need in a house? A living room.
- Why do ghosts love elevators? It lifts their spirits.
- Why didn't the ghost dance at the party? He had no body to dance with.
- What position do ghosts play on the field? Ghoul-keeper.
- Where do ghosts go on vacation? The Boo-hamas.
- What did the parent ghosts say to their kids before a road trip? Fasten your sheet belts!
- When do ghosts drink coffee? In the moaning.
- Why didn't the ghost eat his candy? He didn't have the stomach for it.
- Where do ghosts buy their food? At the ghost-ery store.
- What's a ghost's favorite play? Romeo and Ghouliet.
- How do ghosts stay in shape? By exorcising.
Ghost Jokes for Kids
- What does a ghost panda eat? Bam-boo.
- What do ghosts put on their turkey? Grave-y.
- What position does a ghost play in soccer? Ghoul-keeper.
- When do ghosts eat breakfast? In the moaning.
- What’s a ghost’s favorite type of pet? A scaredy-cat.
- What’s a ghost’s favorite type of flower? Boo-quets.
- What does a ghost put on his bagel? Scream cheese.
- What’s a ghost’s favorite carnival ride? The roller-ghoster.
- Why did the ghost go to the doctor? He couldn’t stop coffin.
- Why are ghosts terrible liars? Because you can see right through them.
- What do ghosts use to wash their hair? Sham-boo!
- What's a ghost's favorite type of fruit? Boo-berries!
- What does a ghost eat with meatballs? Spook-etti.
- What do ghosts do at sleepovers? Tell scary human stories.
- Where do baby ghosts spend the day when their parents are at work? Day-scare.
- What day do ghosts love to do their scaring? On Fright-day.
- What game do ghosts play? Hide and shriek.
- How do ghosts take their eggs? Terri-fried.
- What kind of street does a ghost live on? A dead end.
- Which ghost is the best dancer? The Boogie Man.
- What's a pirate ghost's favorite kind of tea? Boo-tea.
- What did one ghost ask the other? Do you believe in humans?
- Why did the ghost go to the doctor? He needed a boo-ster shot.
- What do ghosts use to keep their hair in place? Scare-spray!
- How do ghosts cry when they're sad? Boo-hoo!
- What do baby ghosts wear on Halloween? Pillowcases.
- What's a ghost's favorite tree? Ceme-trees!
- What did the ghost teacher tell the class? Look at the board and I'll go through it again.
- How do ghosts send letters? Through the ghost office.
- Why was the ghost embarrassed? He had a boo-ger.
Ghost Puns
- Ghosts love astrology—they always read their horror-scopes!
- The bartender told the ghost they don't serve spirits after midnight.
- Are you a ghost? Because you look like my boo!
- The ghost got lost in the fog and now he is mist.
- Ghosts stay safe by buckling their sheet belts!
- A ghost's motto is: Eat, drink, and be scary.
- Ghost kids know not to spook unless spoken to.
- Dull ghosts are so boo-ring!
- Ghosts' favorite dessert is ice scream.
- The ghost went to the theater to see a phantomime!
Erin Cavoto is the Editorial Assistant at ThePioneerWoman.com, covering food, holidays, home decor, and more.
