The average person is planning to spend £104.21 on Halloween this year, up from £61.50 in 2024 - a 69% increase in spending, new research by leading discount voucher website, MyVoucherCodes.
This year, people are spending £43.77 on food and drink, versus £24.60 in 2024. On costumes, they are set to spend £31.17, up from £19 last year. And on decorations, they are splurging £29.26, up from £17.90 last year.
| Row 0 - Cell 0 | 2024 | 2025 | Price Difference |
Food and Drink | £24.60 | £43.77 | +£19.17 |
Costumes | £19.00 | £31.17 | +£12.17 |
Decorations | £17.90 | £29.26 | +£11.36 |
The research also shows that more people are joining in the spooky fun this year, with 55% of respondents saying they’ll celebrate Halloween in 2025, compared to 48% in 2024.
When it comes to Halloween traditions, the research found that the majority of people still get involved in trick-or-treating, with 58% saying they welcome trick or treaters at their doors. However, 38% admitted they don’t answer the door when they come around.
Commenting on the findings, Sarah-Jane Outten, money-saving expert at MyVoucherCodes, said:
“It’s fascinating to see such a significant jump in Halloween spending this year. It shows that people are really embracing the season, whether through bigger parties, elaborate costumes, or themed decorations. But with rising costs across the board, it’s more important than ever to spend smart and look for savings wherever possible.
Whether you're throwing a haunted house party, going trick-or-treating, or just enjoying spooky snacks with family, Halloween 2025 is set to be bigger, bolder, and costlier than ever, but with the right savings strategies, it doesn't have to break the bank"
“Here’s my top 5 money-saving tips for Halloween:
- Use discount websites like MyVoucherCodes to find the best deals on costumes, decorations and food.
- Get crafty – DIY decorations and homemade costumes can save you a fortune and add a personal touch.
- Plan ahead and buy non-perishable items in bulk or when they’re on offer.
- Reuse and recycle last year’s costumes or decorations with a fresh twist.
- Team up with friends or neighbours for shared celebrations to split costs on food, drink and entertainment.
Notes to editors: * This online survey of 2000 UK adults, was commissioned by Front Door Communications on behalf of MyVoucherCodes and conducted by market research company OnePoll, in accordance with the Market Research Society's code of conduct. Data was collected between 05/9/2024 and 08/9/2024. All participants are double-opted in to take part in research and are paid an amount depending on the length and complexity of the survey. This survey was overseen and edited by the OnePoll research team. OnePoll are company partners of the MRS and has corporate membership to ESOMAR. Contact For more information, please contact Rachel Mainwaring or Lisa Blake at Front Door Communications on rachel@fdcomms.co.uk or lisa@fdcomms.co.uk or call 029 20 020360.
