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Target’s Halloween Collection Is So Good, We Had Trouble Narrowing Down Our Favorite Picks Under $25

Cheerful pumpkins, colorful lights, and plush throw blankets galore!

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Published on August 20, 2024 05:00PM EDT

Halloween at Target — Photo:
Real Simple / Tyler Roeland

I’ll admit it, when there’s a slight dip in temperature towards the end of the summer season, I’m already in fall mode. Those who know me know that I’m a huge lover of all things autumnal, especially holidays like Halloween and Thanksgiving. With Halloween just over two months away, I’ve already started shopping for everything festive, fun, and slightly creepy, and Target has been my go-to for Halloween decor. The beloved store is a treasure trove of Halloween-themed decorations, ranging from classic pumpkins to gothic garland, and if you’re like me, you want to shop these deals ASAP before they sell out.

To help kickstart a decorating spree of ghoulish proportions, we rounded up 18 of the best decorations that will make your home look straight out of the quintessential Halloween movie. Score everything from soft throw blankets to multi-colored lights, all for $25 or less.

The Best Under-$25 Halloween Decor at Target

Ghost Printed Plush Halloween Throw, $10
Light Up Vampire Pumpkin, $10
Halloween Pumpkins Placemat, $3
Jack-O'-Lantern Incandescent Path Lights, $25
Wire Halloween Hoop Wreath, $10
Mini Knit & Plaid Pumpkins, $10
Trick or Treat Cauldron Mug, $5
Lit Spider Webs with Gauze, $15
Plush Aerobic Pumpkin, $15
Halloween Melamine Figural Snack Bowl, $3

Ghost Printed Plush Halloween Throw

$10 at Target

Throw blankets always come in clutch when holidays like Halloween roll around, as they look nice on furniture and help keep you warm on those chilly, fall nights. This cute throw is a pumpkin orange color and adorned with a pattern of little ghosts, which makes it perfect to wrap into or use as a display piece as you start decorating. It measures 60 by 50 inches and is made from a cozy polyester material that feels cuddly and soft. If ghosts aren’t your vibe, there are other throw options to suit whatever Halloween aesthetic you prefer, like a classic pumpkin pattern and a skeleton print.

Light Up Vampire Pumpkin

$10 at Target

When I saw this vampire pumpkin, I knew I had to have it. Measuring at 16 inches tall, this light up pumpkin has an adorable smile with big, bright eyes that stand out wherever you place it. Unlike most decorative pumpkins, this one has a unique vampire cape that just adds to the Halloween fun. The pumpkin is made from a weather-safe polyethylene material, so it’s suitable for both indoor and outdoor use. Plus, you don’t have to worry about fussing with power cords, as it’s powered by three AA batteries.

Halloween Pumpkins Placemat

$3 at Target

My dining room table is the first thing I decorate during the holidays, and though it seems basic in terms of Halloween decorations, this pumpkin placemat is easily one of my favorite decor pieces thus far. The 12-by-16-inch placemat features a fun pattern of pumpkins in neon green, pink, and orange colors that brings me back to the 90’s Halloween decor of my childhood. For more delightful nostalgia, it glows in the dark, so even when the lights are dim, you can still see it glow from afar.

Jack-O'-Lantern Incandescent Path Lights

Hyde & EEK! Boutique Jack-O'-Lantern Flicker Effect Halloween Novelty Incandescent Path Light — Target

$25 at Target

Outdoor lights can elevate your walkway, garden bed, or patio, and these jack-o’-lantern path lights will give your yard some festive flair without going overboard. Each set includes three lights that are designed with a black frame and a jack-o'-lantern silhouette (plus spiders) for a creepy yet classic look. The lights also emit an orange glow and flicker for a realistic candle look, perfectly capturing the ghostly vibes of the Halloween season.

Wire Halloween Hoop Wreath

$10 at Target

If you prefer a more minimalist Halloween aesthetic, you’ll love this wreath. With a 17-inch circumference, the wreath is big enough to catch your eye from a wall, mantel, or front door. We love how the word ‘boo’ is written inside with black leaves, and the twigs placed at the bottom add extra style. Hang it as is, or give it added oomph by wrapping it with a set of fairy lights, like these warm orange-toned ones, to make your home the best decorated on your block.

There’s plenty more Target Halloween decorations to shop before the season starts. Keep reading to grab some of our favorite picks below, all for under $25.