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It’s officially spooky season, friends! Halloween will be here before we know it, and I’ve been rounding up the cutest Halloween finds for you. These are the 5 hottest Halloween toys for kids this year, the ones everybody is talking about! They’d be PERFECT for boo baskets, classroom goodies, or a fun alternative to a big bag of candy.
Let’s check them out!
1. PLAYMOBIL x Monster High Draculaura (Set 71995)
Ages: 5 and up
Price: around $10
Okay, how FUN is this one?! Mattel and PLAYMOBIL teamed up for the very first time, and Draculaura is just the sweetest little vampire. She comes with a ruffled umbrella and the cutest bat stand, and all the pieces mix and match for tons of creative play.
Why it’s great:
- The FIRST EVER Mattel and PLAYMOBIL collaboration, brand new for 2026!
- Perfect for Monster High fans and PLAYMOBIL collectors alike
- Such a sweet price point for a gift or boo basket surprise
2. Warm Pals Glow in the Dark Gregory the Ghost
Ages: 12 months and up
Price: around $23
This might be the cutest ghost I’ve ever seen, and it GLOWS IN THE DARK! You can warm it up in the microwave for cozy snuggles, it’s gently weighted, and it smells like lavender. What a sweet bedtime buddy for spooky season.
Why it’s great:
- Microwavable, lavender scented, and gently weighted
- Glows in the dark, so fun for little ones at bedtime
- Cute, not scary, perfect for toddlers and preschoolers
3. Winlyn 12 Sets DIY Fall Pumpkin Painting Kit
Ages: 6 and up
Price: around $30
No carving, no mess, no sharp knives! This kit comes with TWELVE foam pumpkins plus paints, brushes, and stickers, so the whole crew can decorate together. This would be SO perfect for a Halloween party or classroom activity.
Why it’s great:
- A whole pumpkin decorating party in one box
- Knife free and mess free (moms, rejoice!)
- Great for parties, playdates, or classroom fun
- Kids keep their creations forever, no rotting pumpkins!
4. Spin Master Primal Hatch Megalodon
Ages: 5 and up
Price: $49.99
This is the big WOW gift of the season! Drop the egg in the tank, watch the water fizz and turn red, and a 16 inch roaring megalodon with glowing eyes bursts out. Then reset it and hatch it ALL over again! It’s the follow up to a Toy of the Year winner and has racked up millions of views on TikTok.
Why it’s great:
- Endlessly re-hatchable, so the fun never stops
- Glowing eyes, chomping jaws, and roaring sounds
- A total showstopper for the toy box!
5. LEGO Minifigures Keychain Light, Cute Little Devil
Ages: 6 and up
Price: around $15
Part toy, part trick or treat must have! This little devil minifigure has LED lights in his feet and clips right onto a candy bag or backpack. Functional AND adorable, which is my favorite combination. 🙂
Why it’s great:
- LED lights help little ones stay visible on dark doorsteps
- Clips onto trick or treat bags, backpacks, or keys
- Collectible LEGO fun in a Halloween costume!
There you have it, friends! The 5 hottest Halloween toys of 2026. If you spot one your kiddos will love, don’t wait, these tend to sell out fast as Halloween gets closer!
Which one is YOUR favorite? Tell me in the comments below! Happy Halloween!!