For Halloween lovers, there’s no better way to show that spooky spirit than with a big outdoor display. But in the months leading up to the holiday season, your wallet may already be feeling the pinch, leaving little room for spending on Halloween decor.
As great lovers of Halloween (and great lovers of a bargain!), we searched high and low for the very best outdoor Halloween decorations that won’t break the bank. Ahead, you’ll find 40 of the spookiest, scariest, most terrifying outdoor Halloween decorating ideas — all for under $100!
Animatronic figurines can get costly, but there are some very good options that won't break the bank, such as this 6-foot animated spellcasting witch, with her sound-activated mouth and head, and sinister light-up eyes.
No witch is complete without her cauldron, making this 5-foot bubbling cauldron a perfect companion piece to set a scary scene.
Groundbreakers — figurines that are designed to look like they're breaking through the earth to come for you — are a fun way to bring the skeleton look to your yard without taking up as much space, or budget, as their giant counterparts.
Clowns are scary even when they're not trying to be, and Sinister Steve here is definitely trying to be scary, making him a terrifying choice for outdoor Halloween decorating.
Turn your yard into a forest of terrifying trees with this set of tree face and arms sculpted to look like bark that's come to life.
We're batty for this lighted purple bat silhouette that will illuminate your yard in spooky style.
Get a lot of bang for your buck with this bag of 12 decorative skulls. Place them around the yard, or stack them up by the front door as a warning to anyone who dares enter.
Inflatables are a good way to create a big splash without making a big dent in your wallet. Home Depot partnered with Disney to create an illuminated inflatable Jack Skellington that will make your yard the envy of the neighborhood.
This 5-foot climbing zombie gives the illusion that one of the undead is creeping up the side of your home, creating big scares for the poor unsuspecting souls who drive by at night.
Pathway markers are an easy way to make a big impact without spending a ton of money. We love these super-spooky pumpkinhead markers that make any walkway look extra sinister.
Giant skeletons are still one of the hottest Halloween decorations around, but they are expensive — and they sell out fast! If you want a giant skeleton without the giant price tag, this 10.5-foot inflatable is for you.
If you're looking for something scarier than a giant skeleton, can we interest you in a 12-foot talking reaper instead?
We aren't kidding when we say the skeleton trend has gone to new heights — but it's also gone to new depths, if these large light-up octopus skeleton Halloween decorations are any indication.
But maybe you want a terrifying witch — no problem! Standing 6 feet tall, this scary witch lights up and has bendable arms.
Between the hairy legs and the glowing eyes, this family of giant spiders is not for the faint of heart — one of them's a whopping 4 feet!
This versatile corpse decoration can be hung or displayed on the ground. The kit comes with an inflatable dummy corpse, plastic sheeting and tape — but keep in mind that some assembly is required.
A hanging, shaking and talking clown? With light-up eyes? That checks all our boxes for scary Halloween decorations, how about yours?
These inexpensive window clings deliver a lot of punch in a little package. Use them as part of a larger scene or on their own to add a bit of terrifying Halloween flair to your windows.
If the creepy skeletons and frightening ghosts aren't enough, why not add some realistic spiders to the mix? These three hairy spiders measure over 5 feet each and are outfitted with red eyes to make them even more terrifying.
A hanging grim reaper is creepy enough on his own. This one sports a set of glowing eyes and comes with sound effects and a shaking function, all of which can be voice-controlled for on-the-fly spookiness.
Feeling witchy? Each of these decorative yard stakes features a black high-heeled witch foot attached to a printed green-and-black leg, and they’re sure to delight trick-or-treaters.
These friendly inflatable hanging ghosts will welcome little ghouls and goblins to your home with their big smiles and silly expressions.
The colorful orange and purple LED lights illuminating this set of garden stakes help de-spookify the skeleton motif, making for a more kid-friendly turn on the skelly trend.
These six glow-in-the-dark flamingo skeletons will bring a touch of whimsy to your Halloween decor, and are another nice way to incorporate the skeleton trend without going full horror movie.
If you like the idea of Halloween flamingos — and truly, who wouldn't? — these orange and black plastic flamingos are a fun turn on those traditional lawn ornaments.
Make your yard the most monstrous it's ever been with this giant inflatable hand. It has built-in LED lights to illuminate it at night, and it comes with everything you need to set it up in just a few minutes.
Keep it sweet, not scary, with this jolly scarecrow and pumpkin inflatable that is 6 feet tall. It lights up and will convert your garden or porch into a seasonal spectacle.
Up the wow factor with a spider balloon arch. We think it's perfect for giving your entryway a major pop for a Halloween party or just trick-or-treating.
Filled with bright LED lights, this inflatable ghoulie will keep all the children running for candy on Halloween night. Built for outdoor use, the 12-foot ghost comes with attached sandbags and stakes to secure it to the ground.
If you want to go really over the top, this 9-foot-high flame-breathing dragon will light up your yard whether you’re in the city or the desert. The whole block will be talking about it.