The Home Depot's Viral 12-Foot Skeletons Are Back, Along with a Ton of Other Spooky Halloween Decor for 2025

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A skeleton Halloween decoration.
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If you've been on Instagram recently, you know all the girlies are already counting down the days until Halloween, and some have even begun to prep their homes for the most spooky time of the year. The Home Depot's Halloween decorations are, once again, a hot commodity—and the best finds are already selling fast. In other words, your Halloween shopping spree just got moved up on your calendar. But don't you worry—there are still a *ton* of scary good decorations up for grabs RN.

I'm talking everything from those famous 12-foot skeletons ($299) to fog machines ($80) and spooky wreaths ($30)—and of course, a slew of realistic-looking animatronics, like this must-have pirate ship ($399), guaranteed be the talk of your neighborhood trick-or-treaters. So, if your goal is to be the most terrifying house on the block this year (or you’re simply looking for a few cute pumpkins to throw on your porch), see below for eight festive additions you'll be glad you grabbed before October.

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He's heeere. Skelly, the famous 12-foot skeleton that has taken the spooky holiday by storm, is back and better than ever. Beyond the imposing presence it's sure to set on your front lawn, the figure features LCD LifeEyes, meaning its eyes animate with hearts, fireworks, flames and more, as well as motorized head movement and posable arms, so you can give every Skelly its own personality. For convenience (and to save some dough on power), the figure also comes equipped with a timer setting that keeps it on for six hours and off for 18. After all, you'll want to save the best spooks for after dark.

If you ask me, this creepy, animated pirate ship is the key to winning Halloween. Not only will it just look cool in your front yard, but any spooky season visitors will love the way the 5-foot-tall skeleton captain navigates the wheel while his un-patched eye glows red. According to the brand, it can easily be assembled by one person, too, and like the skeleton above, it can be set on a timer to be on for six hours and off for 18, so you won't be wasting any energy during daylight.

Is your family obsessed with The Nightmare Before Christmas? If you answered yes, I don't think I have to tell you to add these Jack Skellington pumpkin faces to your cart, RN. But let's say you need to some more convincing. This inflatable decoration is super easy to set up: "Just plug it in, stake it down and watch the magic unfold," the brand explains. BTW, "the magic" it's referring to is the energy-efficient LED light that makes the pumpkins glow, so everyone that's walking or driving by at night can appreciate 'em.

4. Home Accents Holiday Fog Machine

Home Accents Holiday

Powered by a 1000-watt motor, this coffin-shaped fog machine releases an eerie mist that packs a visual punch for your ghostly setup. It features a black coffin-shaped frame with chilling skeleton accents—and it’s equipped with a convenient remote control and an integrated wired switch for easy operation. Plug it into the nearest power outlet for hassle-free activation (and just be sure to place it somewhere covered if you’re putting this guy on display outside).

If you want to give your home some spooky vibes that are a bit more understated, might I suggest snagging this skull-adorned wreath while it's still in stock? The dark florals that frame them only add to its moody, festive look, and this buyer raved over its perfect size: "I love it! Not too big or too small.. perfect size. The colors also match everything. Great purchase," they shared.

Looking to brighten up your decor this year to help trick-or-treaters navigate their way? Well you certainly aren't going to want to skip over this flapping bat silhouette that shines bright (thanks to its 5.5-foot height and 204 LED bulbs) with purple lights, which will also add the perfect pop of color to your setup. It comes with ground stakes included, you can easily stand it anywhere in your yard or patio.

If you've got your yard set for the season, it's time to get your indoor space ready, too—and I'd start with this adorable throw pillow. It's made from an acrylic fabric with a polyester lining, which should remain durable year after year, and it measures 14 by 14 inches, so you can easily add it to your space without taking up too much extra room. But if you do want to add even more plush decor, you can nab this pumpkin pillow ($35) that complements it perfectly.

Sorry, not sorry, but I saved the best Halloween decoration for last. Meet the Skeleton Dog, secretly featuring not one but *two* LED bulbs in the eye sockets, which will light up to welcome guests to your home this Halloween. You can also put this guy on a timer, so your hauntingly cute new porch pet is always ready to do his thing (um, get your company into the Halloween spirit, that is). No front porch? No worries, you can also find the perfect spot for Fido inside your home. Go fetch him before he's gone!



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