21 Fun Halloween Front Porch Decorating Ideas from Real Homes
These Halloween front porches are packed with all kinds of fun Halloween decorating ideas for front porches of all shapes and sizes.
I haven’t really done much Halloween decorating in the past. I love to go all out for Christmas, but I’ve never made much effort to decorate for other holidays. But this year I’m excited to do some Halloween decorating for the first time and it’s all because of my eight year old.
My son Lincoln absolutely adores Halloween. It’s been his favorite holiday since he was a tiny toddler. He loves everything about it. And for the last few years, he’s been getting out his art supplies and making his own Halloween decorations. He’s made paper bats and taped them to the ceiling fan. He’s made little Happy Halloween banners for the fireplace. He’s cut out jack o’ lanterns to hang on a mini Christmas tree in his room.
And I know he would be thrilled if I joined in on the Halloween decorating this year, so I’m going for it. (And don’t worry, his handmade decorations will still have a place of honor!)
My seasonal/holiday decorating philosophy is that there’s no need to decorate every room; concentrating everything in a few places packs the most punch. The front porch is definitely one of the best spots to add a little holiday flair, so I know that I want to concentrate most of my Halloween decorating efforts this year on our front porch.
As I’ve started gathering ideas for our porch, I’ve noticed there are a few common elements that show up in a lot of Halloween decorating:
- Pumpkins – lots of pumpkins of all types including real pumpkins, fake pumpkins, and all types of jack o ‘lanterns
- Fall decor including mums, wheat stalks, and hay bales
- Skeletons and skulls
- Spider webs
- Witches hats and brooms
- Ghosts
- Ravens
- Tombstones
Looking for fall front porch ideas that aren’t so Halloween-centered? Check out this post full of fall front porches!
Halloween Front Porch Ideas from Real Homes
I went searching for some creative Halloween front porch inspiration and found so many fantastic ideas from the super simple to the elaborate. These porches are packed with easy, inexpensive decorating ideas and they each have their own Halloween vibe from the spooky to the classic to the cute.
You can find more photos and lots of details about each front porch at the link below each photo.
The Great Pumpkin Halloween Porch via Tatertots and Jello
This beautiful porch is all about the jack o’ lanterns. One of the easiest ways to make a big statement is simply to choose one thing and repeat it. And I love how the beautiful white, copper, and orange colors compliment the porch light and pretty pink door.
Large Skeleton Front Porch Decor for Halloween via She Gave it a Go
Nothing says Halloween like a giant skeleton! I know my kids would have a blast with this porch – it’s just the right touch of scary without being too much.
Vintage Style Halloween Front Porch via The Ponds Farmhouse
This eclectic fall porch looks straight out of a cozy Halloween movie. The spiderwebs framing the doors make a huge impact without a lot of effort and the rest of the details look super warm and welcoming.
Scary Halloween Porch Decorations via Atta Girl Says
I love using ‘real’ furniture outdoors and that buffet is absolutely perfect for a Halloween porch! Simple touches like the draped black cloth and warty pumpkin really add to that spooky Halloween atmosphere.
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Ghosts, Bats and Pumpkins Front Porch for Halloween via Lolly Jane
What a fun porch! I love how this cute Halloween porch works with the happy colors of the house rather than fighting them. Those little ghosts are adorable and the bats hanging down are such a simple thing that makes a big impact.
Black and White Halloween Porch via Taryn Whiteaker
This neutral Halloween porch is perfect if you want something a bit more classy that still has big Halloween style. The blackbirds, witch’s broom, and Boo doormat add just the right touch of Halloween but could easily be removed to make this porch work for the entire fall season.
Black and White Halloween Porch with DIY Tombstones via Made in a Day
This porch has so many fun touches and I love the classic orange and black color scheme. The tombstones are fabulous and I love the dressed up skeleton on the railing, but my favorite detail is that chain hanging from the door.
Halloween Porch with Mums and Ravens via The Tattered Pew
Even a tiny front porch can have lots of holiday style! I love the creepiness of that bone garland and how they’ve really made the most of this small porch by using the vertical space as well as the small stoop.
Cute and Spooky Halloween Porch Decor via The Crafting Chicks
Here’s another fantastic porch. The bold black and orange color scheme screams classic Halloween.
Classic Halloween Porch Decor via Crafty Blog Stalker
This is another gorgeous Halloween porch that could easily transform into a seasonal fall porch simply by removing a couple of items. The mums and pumpkins are beautiful and there are just enough touches of Halloween around the door to be festive.
Jack Skellington Halloween Porch via Cuckoo 4 Design
This porch with it’s bold black and white stripes was made for Halloween! I love the fun oversized spiders and Jack Skellington pumpkins. They add the perfect touch of whimsy to an otherwise very elegant porch.
Thrifted Halloween Porch Decor via House of Hawthornes
That jack o’ lantern tool box may just be one of the cutest bits of Halloween decor I’ve ever seen! This cute little porch really shows how sometimes you just need one standout item to make your whole porch pop.
Falloween Front Porch Decor via Our Southern Home
This elegant front entrance is beautiful and I love how the giant skull and other little touches really make it fun for Halloween.
Apothecary Witch Halloween Porch via Craving Some Creativity
Here’s another awesome example of how a tiny front stoop can pack a big punch! The jack o’ lantern towers frame the front door so nicely and I love the addition of the potion shoppe sign on the sign post.
Cute and Playful Halloween Porch Decor via Simply Designing
This Halloween porch is perfect for when you want to be a bit more cute and not so scary. That little spider bowl is absolutely adorable and sets the tone for the whole porch!
Fall to Halloween Front Porch Decor via Calypso in the Country
I love the warm, cozy color scheme of this traditional Halloween porch. The trick or treat sign and skeleton add just the right touch of Halloween to what’s otherwise a very classic fall porch.
Pirate Skeleton Halloween Porch Decorations via Crafting in the Rain
If you’re looking for a unique twist on a Halloween porch, why not go full pirate? This pirate porch looks ready for a party and I especially love the unexpected touch of the two-headed skeleton.
Skeleton Halloween Porch Decor via 2 The Sunnyside
Here’s another small porch with big style! This one has a real skeleton theme with bones on the wreath, in the garland, and sitting on the bench. And those denim pumpkins are also super cute.
Thrift Store Tote Bag Jack o’ Lantern Planter via Sadie Seasongoods
Sometimes all you need to add some major fall style to your porch is one fun statement piece like this huge jack o’ lantern planter. What’s even more fun is this planter was repurposed from an old orange straw bag – what a perfect upcycle!
Garden Witch Porch Decor via Cottage on Bunker Hill
The dark moody colors of this porch really help add those Halloween vibes and I love the Witch Parking sign!
Outdoor Halloween Decor with DIY Projects via Our Crafty Mom
And finally, how cute is this simple little ghost door mat?! It’s adorable and the perfect project if you just want to add a touch of Halloween to your porch.
Now I just need to narrow down what I want to do on my own porch! I’ve already gathered a few things from yard sales this summer and I’m excited to see how it comes together!
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