68 Ghost Coloring Pages to Print for Halloween

Published July 3, 2025 | Updated with 12 New Printables Aug 5, 2026

By Lisa McGrimmon

Looking for ghost coloring pages to print for Halloween?

I've created a mix of designs that kids actually enjoy coloring, from simple, friendly ghosts to slightly spooky ones that keep older kids engaged. Whether you need something quick for a classroom or a fun activity at home, you'll find plenty of easy-to-print options below.

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New Designs | Cute Ghosts | Spooky Ghosts | Halloween Pages | Preschool | Classic & Detailed Ghosts | Activity Pages | Ghost Scenes

Quick Print Tip: Choose your favorite ghost coloring page and click the print link to instantly print the PDF.

Use Note: These coloring pages are free for personal and educational use. Teachers may print multiple copies for their classrooms.

New Ghost Coloring Pages for 2026

I've added 12 new ghost coloring pages for 2026 to give you even more fun Halloween options to print and color. These newer designs lean a bit more playful, based on what tends to keep kids interested longer.

Simple toddler ghost outline coloring page with a happy face and large spaces for preschoolers.My First Friendly Ghost
Kawaii ghost coloring page with a pumpkin candy bucket and Halloween candy for younger kids.Candy Bucket Boo
Ghost garland template coloring page with small ghost outlines to color, cut out, and string together.Ghost Garland Template
Ghost peeking out of a jack-o'-lantern coloring page with leaves, vines, and stars.Peek-a-Boo Pumpkin Ghost
Ghost waving from a haunted house window coloring page with moon, bats, fence, and tree for older kids.Midnight Window Waver
Friendly ghost holding a Happy Halloween sign with pumpkins, stars, and bats to color.Boo's Big Halloween Hello
Cheerful ghost coloring page with BOO bubble letters, stars, dots, and Halloween confetti.Big Boo Bubble Letters
Friendly ghost writing prompt coloring page with lined space for a Halloween story activity.Friendly Story Starter
Cute ghost in a witch hat coloring page with broom, moon, stars, and sparkles.Wanda the Witchy Ghost
Friendly ghost family coloring page with parent and child ghosts, stars, and pumpkins.Floating Boo Family
Ghost with trick-or-treat bag coloring page with candy, sidewalk, and front door.Cute Trick-or-Treater
Decorate your own ghost coloring page with a blank ghost outline and accessories like a hat, crown, glasses, scarf, and candy bucket.Design a Ghost Dress-Up Page

Cute Ghosts (Ages 3-8)

In my experience, younger kids gravitate toward the simpler faces and playful elements because they're easy to finish and feel more fun than spooky.

Ghost hugging a teddy bear, easy coloring pageCuddle & Boo
Ghost waving hello with big smile, coloring pageHi There, Boo!
Ghost wearing a bow tie and hat, easy coloring pageDapper Phantom
Ghost holding a balloon that says BOO!, coloring sheetBalloon Boo!
Baby ghost sleeping on a moon, easy coloring pageMoonlight Nap
Ghost sitting on a cloud, coloring pageCloud Bounce
Ghost playing peek-a-boo from behind a curtain, easy coloring pagesPeek-a-Boo-tiful!
Two cute ghosts holding hands, coloring sheetSpirited Pals
Ghost with a lollipop and candy corn coloring sheetSweet Tooth Specter
Ghost peeking out of a jack-o'-lantern, coloring pagePumpkin Peek
Ghost holding a sign: "Happy Halloween!" coloring sheetSign of Spooktacular Fun
Ghost riding a tricycle, easy, cute coloring pageBoo-cycle Ride!

Twistables colored pencils are a great mess-free choice for these coloring pages because there's no sharpening needed. Just twist, color, and keep creating.

Spooky Ghost Coloring Sheets

Older kids tend to spend more time on these, especially the ones with darker scenes or extra detail. It gives them more freedom to experiment with shading and mood.

Spooky ghost emerging from a haunted graveyard coloring pageGraveyard Riser
Screaming ghost with tattered sheet arms coloring sheetWail of the Shrouded
Ghost reaching out with skeletal hands, scary coloring pageBone Reach
Ghost chained to a dungeon wall coloring pageDungeon Dweller
Torn ghost flying in a lightning storm, scary coloring pageStormy Specter
Hooded ghost with a lantern coloring pageLantern of the Lost
Angry ghost rising from a tomb coloring pageTomb-Bound Terror
Ghost howling near a full moon spooky coloring sheetMoon Howl Phantom

Halloween Ghosts (Spooktacular & Sweet)

These are often the easiest to use in group settings. I've created a mix of cute and spooky to keep everyone engaged, even when kids have very different preferences.

Ghost trick-or-treating with a candy bag coloring pageGhost on the Candy Trail
Ghost wearing a witch hat and boots, cute coloring pageBewitching Boo!
Ghosts dancing around a cauldron, Halloween coloring pageCauldron Groove Crew
Ghost with bats and pumpkins background, detailed coloring sheetPumpkins & Poltergeists
Ghost tangled in a string of Halloween lights, coloring pageLights Out, Boo!
Ghost carving a jack-o'-lantern coloring pagePhantom Pumpkin Masterpiece
Ghost playing in a pile of leaves, Halloween coloring pageLeaf-Jumping Boo!
Ghost reading a Halloween storybook, coloring sheetTales from the Haunted Nook
Ghost on a broomstick with a cat, coloring pageWhiskers & Witches
Ghost and mummy holding candy buckets coloring pageBoo Buddies Unite
Ghost scaring a group of cartoon spiders coloring sheetEEK-splosion!
Detailed coloring page of Halloween ghost surrounded by bats and pumpkinsSpooky Pumpkin Patch

Looking for more Halloween fun? Don't miss our full Halloween coloring pages collection. It is packed with pumpkins, witches, candy, and spooky scenes!

Preschool Ghost Designs (Ages 2-5 | Easy Outlines)

Simpler is better here. Pages with big open spaces tend to hold attention longer and reduce frustration for younger kids who are just learning to color and developing fine motor skills.

Smiling ghost with one large heart, easy coloring pageBoo with a Big Heart
Ghost with simple "Boo!" text bubble coloring pageBoo Bubble Buddy
Ghost floating with large stars easy coloring pageStarry Float Friend
Ghost with three bold pumpkins, coloring pagePumpkin Parade Pal
Ghost with flower crown, easy coloring pageFlower Crown Floater
Ghost saying "Hi!" in block letters, coloring page for preschoolersHi-Five Haunter
Ghost peeking behind a door, easy coloring pagePeek-a-Boo Boo!

If your little ones enjoyed these simple ghost pages, they'll also love our fall coloring pages and pumpkin coloring pages with many designs created with preschoolers in mind.

Classic Ghosts to Color (Ages 10+ | Teens & Adults)

These designs are great when someone wants a slower, more focused activity. The added detail naturally turns it into more of a creative, relaxing coloring session.

Floating ghost with long flowing robes, detailed coloring pageFloating Ghost
Ghost haunting a medieval castle hallway coloring sheetCastle Echoes
Victorian-era ghost in formal attire coloring pagePhantom of the Parlor
Ghost appearing through mist, detailed coloring pageVeil of the Mist
Tattered ghost hovering over a bridge, detailed coloring pageBridge Beyond Time

Interactive Ghost Activity Sheets (Fun & Educational for Classrooms)

Activity-style pages like these are especially useful when kids start losing focus. They add just enough challenge to reset attention without needing a whole new activity.

Finish the ghost face, draw your own expression, coloring page, activity sheetFinish the Ghost Page
Connect the dots to complete the ghost, activity sheet, coloring pageConnect the Dots to Complete the Ghost
Trace and color dotted-line ghost, activity sheet and coloring pageDotted-Line Ghost for Tracing and Coloring
Spot the 5 differences between two ghosts activity sheet and coloring pageSpot the Spooky Differences, Version 1
Spot the differences between two ghosts activity sheet and coloring sheetBoo-Mix-Up Challenge, Version 2
Spot the differences between two ghosts worksheet and coloring pageSpecter Sleuth, Version 3

Ghost Scenes to Color (Imaginative & Perfect for Creative Writing Prompts)

These designs tend to spark the most creativity. Teachers can encourage kids to make up their own stories while coloring.

Ghost reading a bedtime story to bats coloring pageBats & Bedtime Tales
Ghost painting a spooky picture coloring sheetPhantom Picasso
Ghosts having a tea party in the attic, detailed coloring pageTea with the Beyond
Ghost taking selfies in a haunted hallway coloring sheetHaunted Hallway Selfies
Ghost in a library with flying books coloring pageLibrary of Whispers
Ghost floating over a lake with trees in the background, coloring pageFog Float

How to Use Ghost Coloring Pages

Looking for more than just coloring? These ghost pages are packed with potential! Try these fun, imaginative ideas:

  • DIY Halloween Decorations: Color, cut out, and tape your ghosts to windows, doors, or walls.
  • Story Starters: Pick a scene and have kids write a short spooky story inspired by it.
  • Trick-or-Treat Goodie Bag Tags: Cut and color some of the smaller ghost designs to tape onto candy bags.
  • Puppet Theater: Mount ghosts on popsicle sticks for a fun Halloween puppet show.
  • Spooky Journal Covers: Use colored ghosts as covers for handmade writing journals or storybooks.
  • Coloring Contest: Host a "cutest ghost" or "spookiest scene" contest in your classroom or at a party.
  • Gallery Wall: Display finished pages in the hallway, classroom, or home for a themed art wall.

Crafting across the seasons? Check out our Thanksgiving coloring pages and turkey coloring pages for fun November-themed printables perfect for holiday projects and classroom displays.

Ghost Coloring Page FAQs

Are these coloring sheets really free?

Yes! All coloring pages on this site are completely free to download and print for personal or classroom use.

Can I use these coloring sheets in my classroom?

Absolutely! Teachers are encouraged to print and distribute these pages for educational use. Feel free to include them in lesson plans, art centers, or Halloween activities.

Can I sell or redistribute these coloring pages?

No. These printables are for non-commercial use only. You may not sell, re-host, or redistribute them as part of another product or website.

What kind of paper should I print on?

Standard letter-size printer paper (8.5" x 11") works well. For a sturdier finish, especially if you're using markers or using the printables for a craft project, consider printing on heavier paper, such as card stock.

Are these sheets suitable for toddlers?

Yes! The Preschool Ghost Coloring Pages are specially designed with big outlines and simple shapes perfect for ages 2–5.

Do you offer more than just ghosts to color?

Yes! We regularly update our collection with other seasonal and fun themes. Be sure to explore our full coloring library.

Do I need special software to download these?

No special software is needed. Just click the image or download link, and the PDF file will open in your browser or download folder.

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Lisa McGrimmon

Hi, I'm Lisa, the creator of Craft Professional. I create all of the original images and printables on this site, including coloring pages, calendars, and other creative resources for kids, adults, teachers, and busy families. Learn more about the site and the person behind it.

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