[2026] Perfect for Halloween Parties! A Collection of BGM for Halloween and Horror Movies

Grim Grinning Ghosts (Dance Party)Kris Bowers

Kris Bowers – Grim Grinning Ghosts (Dance Party) (From “Haunted Mansion”/Audio Only)

A glamorous, celebratory dance number that will get your body moving before you know it! Composed by Kris Bowers for the film Haunted Mansion, released in July 2023, this track appears on the album Haunted Mansion (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack).

The familiar Disneyland theme is reborn with a dynamic arrangement that incorporates jazz and orchestral elements—its charm is undeniable.

The director even praised it as “the richest and most exciting film music,” and the sound is simply overwhelming.

Play it at the climax of your Halloween party and you’re guaranteed to feel like you’ve joined a ghostly ball.

If you prefer a cheerful, opulent mood over outright spookiness, make this your BGM of choice!

Forever My QueenPentagram

PENTAGRAM – “Forever My Queen” (Official Remastered Track)

Are you familiar with the genre known as doom metal? Pentagram, a band recognized as a pioneering presence in the style, conjures a dark world with a heavy, dragging sound—perfect for the Halloween season.

The track discussed here pulls you into a forbidden, mysterious realm, as if swearing eternal allegiance to a queen of darkness.

Although the song was recorded in 1973, it remained officially unreleased for a long time and finally surfaced on a compilation in 1998.

More recently, it drew attention when it was used in the opening of the 2023 horror film “Late Night with the Devil,” setting its ominous tone.

If you want to create a Halloween vibe that’s not just fun but alluring and just a little scary, be sure to check it out!

The Equaliser (Not Alone)The Midnight

The Equaliser (Not Alone)

This track, distinguished by its dazzling synth sound reminiscent of the ’80s, is by The Midnight, a duo emblematic of synthwave.

It’s included on their album Endless Summer, released in August 2016.

Amid the driving, night-racing energy, it conveys a warmth and poignancy that seem to comfort a lonely heart.

The song is also known for being used as the opening track in the 2022 horror film Terrifier 2, where its uplifting mood contrasts with the gruesome imagery, heightening a unique sense of eeriness.

It’s the perfect song to set the tone for a stylish yet slightly bittersweet Halloween night.

Halloween ThemeJohn Carpenter

Halloween Theme (Main Title) by John Carpenter – Original 1978 Motion Picture Soundtrack

Despite being an independent production, the horror film Halloween, released in 1978, became a massive hit, grossing over $70 million worldwide.

Director John Carpenter also handled the music, composing the memorable theme song “Halloween Theme.” Even those who haven’t seen the film are likely to feel a sense of eeriness when they hear it.

It’s a remarkable film score that encapsulates the movie’s world and instills fear in its listeners.

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This Is HalloweenDanny Elfman

The Citizens of Halloween – This Is Halloween (From Tim Burton’s “The Nightmare Before Christmas”)

The theme song of Tim Burton’s 1993 film The Nightmare Before Christmas is This Is Halloween.

The composer is Danny Elfman, who has created much of the music for Burton’s films.

This Is Halloween is sung at the beginning of the story and introduces the Halloween characters who appear.

Its distinctly Halloween-esque, eerie sound really heightens the film’s atmosphere.

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One Way or AnotherBette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker & Kathy Najimy

Hocus Pocus 2 | One Way Or Another (Full Version)

If you want to create an outrageously cheerful Halloween atmosphere, this song is an unmissable choice.

Performed by the legendary witch trio—Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker, and Kathy Najimy—it’s a powerful and comical number.

It brilliantly transforms the thrilling theme of hunting down a target with mischievous, witchy playfulness and charming appeal.

The track appears in the 2022 film Hocus Pocus 2, the long-awaited sequel that arrived nearly 30 years after the original, and is included on the album Hocus Pocus 2 (Original Soundtrack).

It’s actually a cover of a Blondie song with altered lyrics, but it’s perfect for anyone who wants a lively, fun party rather than a scary soundtrack—so by all means, channel your inner witch and sing and dance along!

Main TitlesDanny Elfman

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This is the opening theme from Tim Burton’s gothic horror film Sleepy Hollow.

Its weighty orchestration intertwines with eerie choral voices, drawing you into a dark, fantastical world of fog-shrouded forests haunted by the Headless Horseman.

Composed by the master of film music, Danny Elfman, the piece appears on the soundtrack of the 1999 film of the same name.

Its exceptional musicality earned high praise, including the Saturn Award for Best Music.

If you want to create an authentically horror-tinged Halloween party, you couldn’t choose better.

Put this track on, and your space is sure to transform into a creepy old mansion.