What kind of music will you be listening to this Halloween? This selection brings together 23 Halloween-ready songs from Japan and around the world, all released or announced in 2026. From playful pop to darker sounds, discover something a little different from the usual classics.
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6 Must-Listen Halloween Songs for 2026
From playful monster songs and eerie gothic sounds to hard-hitting rock and unexpected rap, 2026 has delivered a remarkably varied lineup of Halloween-ready music. Alongside songs written specifically for Halloween are tracks whose sound and atmosphere simply feel right for the night.
First up are six standout tracks from this year's new releases.
Pakipaki Punpun / FAKE TYPE.
With an irresistibly addictive melody that keeps you coming back for more, FAKE TYPE.'s "Pakipaki Punpun" brings rap and Halloween together in a surprisingly fresh and playful way.
The upbeat rhythm and playful sound also have a somewhat mysterious and dark vibe. You don’t usually associate rap with Halloween, so it’s surprising just how well they go together.
Released on October 1, 2026, the track also has a music video featuring a pumpkin character. It's a playful reminder of just how much fun a fresh take on Halloween music can be.
🎧 Listen to “Pakipaki Punpun” on various music streaming services
Monster Factory / Kizuna AI
A fun, upbeat Halloween song that gets you excited just by listening to it. It was released on October 9, 2026, as Kizuna AI’s first Halloween theme song.
Hidefumi Kenmochi wrote the lyrics and composed the music. It’s a playful track that blends comical lyrics with dance music.
The music video is just as much fun. Set inside a secret monster factory, it follows Kizuna AI as the factory manager, creating monsters in a world that's both adorable and just a little spooky.
The video quality is superb, so this is a Halloween song that you’ll want to enjoy not just for the music, but for the music video as well.
🎧 Listen to “Monster Factory” on various music streaming services
Halloween Movie / Go-Jo & Sheppard
Even though it has a distinctly Halloween-like mystique, it’s the kind of song that makes you want to sing along with everyone else, just like an anthem. It’s a track with that kind of mysterious charm.
"Halloween Movie" was released on September 30, 2026, by Australian artists Go-Jo and Sheppard.
What really sticks with you isn’t the focus on scariness, but rather a sound that makes you want to join in and get everyone hyped up. And yet, it’s interesting how it still manages to capture the Halloween vibe.
It's a combination that feels like it should have existed all along, yet somehow sounds completely fresh. The kind of song that begs to be played on repeat—and one well worth hearing this Halloween.
🎧 Listen to “Halloween Movie” on Apple Music
🎧 Listen to “Halloween Movie” on Spotify
📺 Listen to “Halloween Movie” on YouTube
Happy Halloween / THE VAMPIRES OF KOPENHAGEN
One listen, and it's like being struck by lightning!
"Happy Halloween" by THE VAMPIRES OF KOPENHAGEN is a Halloween song with a powerful rock sound and a deep, rugged voice that’s simply irresistible.
When you think of Halloween, you tend to picture cute or spooky imagery and horror-style sounds. But this song is something else entirely. Set to a heavy rock beat, it sings about Halloween in a deep, gravelly voice. That contrast is just so cool!
Of course, you can really feel the Halloween-esque atmosphere. If you're a rock fan, this is a song you definitely should give a listen to.
🎧 Listen to "Happy Halloween" on Apple Music
🎧 Listen to “Happy Halloween” on Spotify
📺 Watch the "Happy Halloween" music video on YouTube
Scream For Halloween / LVCRFT
"Scream For Halloween" opens with a striking narration that sounds just like a speech before a show begins. It’s a Halloween song filled with a sense of mystery and excitement, featuring a deep, resonant bassline and a guitar riff that’s hard to get out of your head.
This version appears on *Skeleton Sam's Deadtime Stories*, the album released by Halloween music collective LVCRFT on October 1, 2026. The track features Robert Englund, best known for playing Freddy Krueger in *A Nightmare on Elm Street*, along with Heather Langenkamp, who played Nancy.
It has an atmosphere that makes you feel like you've stepped into the world of a horror movie, yet as you listen, you can't help but feel a sense of excitement. It's the perfect song to liven up a Halloween night.
🎧 Listen to the 2026 edition of “Scream For Halloween” on Bandcamp
Haunted Hotel / Shansylvania
Imagine a horror movie scene with a strangely bright, cheerful song playing in the background. That's exactly the kind of scene Shansylvania's "Haunted Hotel" brings to mind.
Featured on the September 25, 2026 album *MonstroCity*, "Haunted Hotel" has a distinctive gothic-folk feel. Its eerie sound and oddly cheerful atmosphere bring to mind the world of Netflix's *Wednesday*.
Halloween music isn't limited to hard rock or dark, brooding sounds. "Haunted Hotel" is eerie yet oddly cheerful, with just the right touch of strangeness. It's a perfect choice for a night spent exploring the strange charm of gothic horror.
🎧 Listen to “Haunted Hotel” on Bandcamp
🎧 Listen to “Haunted Hotel” on Apple Music
🎧 Listen to “Haunted Hotel” on Spotify
From Dance to Rock! 9 New Halloween Songs for 2026
From dance tracks and hard rock to nostalgic punk sounds, there's no shortage of new Halloween music to discover in 2026.
Here are nine more tracks, perfect for livening up a party or enjoying music on your own.
Mrs.Vampire / Aぇ! group
With its mysterious Halloween atmosphere and a melody that recalls classic Japanese pop, this song has a distinctly nostalgic charm. Yet beneath that eerie mood is a playful energy that makes you want to sing and dance along.
🎧 Listen to “Mrs. Vampire” on Apple Music
🎧 Listen to “Mrs. Vampire” on Spotify
📺 Watch the dance video for "Mrs. Vampire"
Zombie Zombie Zombie / Hoshimachi Suisei
This new song, with lyrics, composition, and arrangement by Natori, is scheduled for digital release on October 24, 2026. Through the motif of zombies, the song conveys a message about not letting others take away your ability to make your own choices.
Vampire Kiss / Ma'Scar'Piece
Its charm lies in a melody that sticks in your head once you hear it. This mysterious, vampire-themed dance track is perfect as background music for a Halloween party.
🎧 Listen to “Vampire Kiss” on various music streaming services
Trick or Treat / Micro
The song opens with a languid, almost half-hearted "Trick or Treat." That laid-back delivery only adds to its strange, slightly eerie Halloween atmosphere. It could make a fun addition to a party playlist.
🎧 Listen to “Trick or Treat” on Apple Music
🎧 Listen to “Trick or Treat” on Spotify
📺 Listen to “Trick or Treat” on YouTube
Black Rat Coffin / Rob Zombie
A heavy, hard-hitting track from Rob Zombie, who directed the 2007 remake of *Halloween*. His signature blend of horror and rock is on full display. Fans of hard rock and metal might find themselves headbanging before they know it!
🎧 Listen to “Black Rat Coffin” on Apple Music
🎧 Listen to “Black Rat Coffin” on Spotify
📺 Watch the music video for "Black Rat Coffin" on YouTube
Twisting the Knife / Ice Nine Kills feat. Mckenna Grace
A song with a grand and mysterious atmosphere, created for the movie *Scream 7*. Mckenna Grace’s crystal-clear vocals blend perfectly with Spencer Charnas’s voice, which here restrains his usual intense shouting. This track showcases a different side of Ice Nine Kills.
🎧 Listen to “Twisting the Knife” on various music streaming services
My Boy / Bella Poarch
This song features the phrase “My Boy,” which is repeated in the chorus and is incredibly addictive. The catchy melody is infused with a mysterious atmosphere, and its dark pop charm is a perfect fit for a Halloween night.
🎧 Listen to “My Boy” on various music streaming services
It’s Halloween / Sam Haynes
Just as the title suggests, it’s all about Halloween! Its appeal lies in its eerie sound and addictive quality that makes you want to listen to it over and over again. It’s also recommended for fans of rock and punk—it’s got such energy that you’ll find yourself headbanging without even realizing it.
🎧 Listen to “It’s Halloween” on Apple Music
🎧 Listen to “It’s Halloween” on Spotify
📺 Watch "It's Halloween" on YouTube
Halloween Pinball Machine / Ghost Party
Despite its Halloween theme, this track has the nostalgic energy of 2000s punk rock. With a sound that brings SUM 41 and Green Day to mind, it's a treat for anyone who loved that era of punk. Who knew Halloween music could sound like this!
🎧 Listen to “Halloween Pinball Machine” on Apple Music
🎧 Listen to “Halloween Pinball Machine” on Spotify
8 More Offbeat Halloween Songs Worth Hearing
There are plenty more songs perfect for Halloween—from cute pop tunes to slightly quirky sounds and even some unique rap tracks. If any of them catch your interest, be sure to check them out.
- SWAMP MONSTER / I’MMORTAL — A track with a unique, eerie vibe that’s strangely addictive despite its slow tempo.
- Love Zombie♡ / 澪・モンスター — Cuteness overload! A cheerful Halloween track that lifts your mood from the first listen.
- The Never-Ending Halloween / raruminn — With an atmosphere reminiscent of anime songs, this is a highly polished track that draws you in without you even realizing it.
- ON HALLOWEEN / Chris McKhool — A fun track with a bright, cheerful sound that still captures the spirit of Halloween.
- Monsterrudel / Pappalapapp — It’s packed with Halloween spirit! An upbeat monster song that’ll make you want to get up and dance.
- I’m In Love With A Ghost / Trixie Mattel — The intro, with its distinct ’80s vibe, is really memorable. It’s the kind of song that would be perfect to listen to on the way to a Halloween party.
- My Boo / LVCRFT — A song packed with both fear and strangeness—perfect as background music for a Halloween party.
- Both Sides / Division All Stars — The epic intro and the characters' rap are really memorable. For Halloween, a unique track like this is a lot of fun.
Listen to the Halloween Songs 2026 Playlist
The Halloween songs featured in this article are also available together in an Apple Music playlist.
From poppy, cute tunes to eerie gothic tracks and intense rock—be sure to enjoy this collection of unique Halloween songs from 2026.
It's perfect for Halloween parties or for nights when you just want to enjoy some music on your own.
This collection includes songs available on Apple Music. “Zombie Zombie Zombie” by Hoshimachi Suisei is scheduled to be added after its release on October 24, 2026. Please note that some songs may not be available for playback depending on your region.
Final Thoughts | Celebrate Halloween 2026 with New Music
From cute monster songs to upbeat pop, gothic, and hard-hitting rock—a wide variety of Halloween songs were released in 2026 as well.
Halloween music often brings to mind something scary or eerie, but these 23 tracks show just how many different ways there are to enjoy it. Some invite everyone to sing along, others make you want to headbang, and still others draw you into strange, mysterious worlds.
Why not add some new songs you've discovered to your playlist this year, along with the classic Halloween tunes?
For more Halloween music, the 2025 Halloween Songs feature explores long-loved classics and some seriously spooky music videos. From new discoveries to familiar favorites, enjoy Halloween 2026 with music that sets the mood.
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