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

SO BADKing Gnu

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This is a track by King Gnu that seems to embody the very frenzy of Halloween.

Released in September 2025, the song became a major talking point as the official theme for “Zombie de Dance” at USJ’s Halloween Horror Nights.

It’s a brutal, hedonistic sound that pushes King Gnu’s signature hybrid style into something even more menacing and alternative—truly shocking.

It brilliantly captures the chaotic thrill of a Halloween night that’s the worst situation yet the most fun.

The track’s aggressive groove is guaranteed to make any Halloween video look cool!

Halloween Monsterchokorabi

[MV] Halloween Monster / Chocolabby

It’s a pop party tune that makes you want to get up and dance together.

Released in October 2022, this track is also included on the following year’s album, “Chocolate Kingdom.” While it carries a hint of Halloween’s spooky vibe, it’s packed even more with cuteness and delightful chaos, showcasing the group’s energetic charm.

Even those who don’t like scary background music can enjoy it with ease, making it perfect for parties with family and friends!

Wonka’s Welcome SongDanny Elfman

Wonka’s Welcome Song

When it comes to Tim Burton films featuring a standout performance by Johnny Depp, it has to be Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.

Its theme song is Wonka’s Welcome Song, a piece composed by Danny Elfman.

It’s the music that plays at the beginning of the film when the young protagonist, Charlie, visits Willy Wonka’s factory, portrayed by Johnny Depp.

It’s also used as the first track in the end credits, and it perfectly captures the atmosphere of the film with its unique worldview.

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Remember Me This WayJordan Hill

13 – Remember Me This Way – James Horner – Jordan Hill – Casper

An insert song from the 1995 fantasy comedy film Casper, directed by Brad Silberling.

It plays during the scene where Casper, the ghost, dances with a human girl named Kat.

It’s a romantic song about a special friend.

Pet SemataryRamones

Ramones – Pet Sematary (Official Video) [HD]

The legendary punk rock band the Ramones created this eerie number to coincide with the film adaptation of Stephen King’s novel of the same name.

Set around a cemetery where the dead come back to life, the song voices a desire to escape the cycle of life and death.

Joey Ramone’s distinctive vocals heighten the track’s sense of tension.

Included on the 1989 album Brain Drain, it became a major hit, reaching No.

4 on the Billboard Alternative Songs chart.

It’s great for revisiting the film’s storyline as you listen, and it would also work well as background music for a Halloween party.

A recommended track for fans of all things spooky.

HalloweenSiouxsie And The Banshees

Halloween

Monster House depicts the struggle of boys who find themselves stepping into a terrifying home.

The song that plays over the ending and has been creating a buzz is “Halloween.” Its lyrics, repeating that familiar phrase, really stick in your head.

It’s actually a track released in 1981 by the British rock band Siouxsie and the Banshees.

Even if you don’t understand English, the moment you hear it you can tell it’s a Halloween song—that’s part of its charm.

As a Halloween staple, it will likely continue to be loved across generations.

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Problem(The Monster Remix) ft. will.i.amBecky G

Becky G – Problem (The Monster Remix) ft. will.i.am

The theme song of the 2012 animated film Hotel Transylvania, directed by Genndy Tartakovsky.

The owner of a five-star hotel where monsters from around the world gather is Dracula, who can’t let go of his daughter.

The slapstick comedy kicks off when, one day, Dracula’s daughter falls in love with a human.

Be sure to check out the music video, which was filmed on a hotel-style set.