Halloween season is more than just costumes and candy—it’s also prime time for sneaker enthusiasts to grab unique, spooky kicks. With a host of Halloween-themed releases, there’s something for everyone, whether you’re looking for eerie detailing, glow-in-the-dark features, or nostalgic nods to iconic horror references. Let’s dive into this year’s 9 best shoes for Halloween and some standout releases from previous years.

Nike Dunk Mid ‘Headless Horseman

Textured overlays
  • Colorway: Black/Smoke Grey/Campfire Orange
  • Style Code: FQ8749-010
  • Retail: $140
  • Release Date: October 26, 2023
  • Where to Buy: Goat

Nike kicks off Halloween 2023 with the Nike Dunk Mid ‘Headless Horseman.’ This sneaker features a tonal black colorway with textured overlays that mimic snakeskin, adding a layer of mystique. A smoke-grey lining and black leather underlays create a subtle but haunting look. The standout detail? Glow-in-the-dark outsoles in vibrant green, perfect for your late-night adventures. Plus, the insoles feature jack-o’-lantern graphics set against a haunted forest backdrop. Sizes are available on Goat, with a 10.5 currently going for $115.

Air Force One Experimental ‘Halloween’

Ghost graphics
  • Colorway: Black/Starfish/White
  • Style Code: DC8904-001
  • Retail: $130
  • Release Date: October 21, 2021
  • Where to Buy: Goat & StockX

This 2021 Air Force 1 Experimental brings an avant-garde look with ghostly details. Its drawcord lacing system and glow-in-the-dark molded foam upper make it stand out. The translucent outsole also glows, amplifying its spooky vibe. With ghost graphics and a web-like pull tab on the heel, this sneaker is a true Halloween collector’s item. Prices for a size 10.5 hover around $200 on Goat and StockX.

Air Force One ‘Halloween – Headless Horseman’

Glow-in-the-dark outsole
  • Colorway: Black/Campfire Orange/Smoke Grey
  • Style Code: FQ8822-084
  • Retail: $115
  • Release Date: October 30, 2023
  • Where to Buy: StockX & Goat

This Air Force 1 Halloween edition offers a sleek tonal black look with textured leather that mimics snakeskin. The sock liner comes in smoke grey, and the silver pumpkin lace dubraes add a unique touch. Glow-in-the-dark green outsoles complete the look, making this pair ready for any haunted setting. Grab a pair on Goat with prices ranging from $130 to $250.

Nike SB Dunk Low ‘Night of Mischief Halloween’

Spider web graphics
  • Colorway: Black/Orange/Purple/Electric Green
  • Style Code: BQ6817-006
  • Retail: $90
  • Release Date: October 31, 2019
  • Where to Buy: StockX & Goat

For a true Halloween vibe, the Nike SB Dunk Low ‘Night of Mischief’ features jack-o’-lantern perforations on the toe box and spider web graphics on the side panels. The insoles resemble “pumpkin guts,” and the upper is crafted from black suede with tumbled orange leather details. This rare pair is currently priced around $600 for a size 10.5 on Goat.

Adidas Rivalry 86 Low x Simpsons Treehouse of Horrors

Extra thick rope laces
  • Colorway: Orange/White/Blue
  • Style Code: IE7180
  • Retail Price: $130
  • Release Date: October 25, 2023
  • Where to Buy: Footlocker & Goat

Inspired by Bart’s evil twin Hugo from The Simpsons “Treehouse of Horror,” this Adidas Rivalry 86 Low brings Bart’s signature color palette of orange, blue, and white. Stitches on the medial side represent Hugo’s scar, creating a unique look. Currently, these are on sale at Footlocker for $109.99.

Reebok Club C ‘Voodoo’

Faux pony hair on the heel
  • Colorway: Sand Stone/Stone Grey/Urban Grey/Beige/Classic White
  • Style Code: BS7496
  • Retail Price: $130
  • Release Date: October 1, 2017

Though no longer available on retail sites, the Reebok Club C ‘Voodoo’ features a canvas and suede upper with faux pony hair on the heel, exposed stitching, and skull beads on the laces, creating a rugged, mystic look.

Reebok x Universal Monsters Club C Megacourt ‘Bride of Frankenstein’

Terry cloth accents
  • Colorway: Black & White
  • Style Code: 100210069
  • Retail Price: $130
  • Release Date: October 11, 2024
  • Where to Buy: Reebok

This recent Reebok release pays homage to the Bride of Frankenstein with a pieced-together leather look. The black and white distressed laces and terry cloth collar add to the horror-inspired aesthetic. This pair even comes in a tombstone-themed box, available in all sizes on Reebok.

NB Numeric 417 x Franky Villani ‘Halloween’

  • Colorway: Black & Orange
  • Style Code: NM417CAT
  • Retail Price: $89.99
  • Release Date: September 29, 2024
  • Where to Buy: New Balance

Skate into Halloween with the NB Numeric 417, created in collaboration with pro skater Franky Villani. This mid-cut skate shoe features an ABZORB insole and a unique cat-eye design on the heel.

Nike Dunk Low ‘Halloween Skull’

Embossed skull on the toe box
  • Colorway: Bright Cactus/ Black/Green Curry
  • Style Code: HV6130-300
  • Retail Price: $130
  • Release Date: October 24, 2024
  • Where to Buy: Goat and StockX

The skull details on this Nike Dunk are sure to give you frights. This spooky version of the Dunk low is covered in mossy green cracked leather. The black underlays go perfectly with the molded Swoosh and embossed skull.

From spooky aesthetics to glow-in-the-dark features, Halloween sneakers are the perfect way to add a bit of fright to your footwear collection. If you are looking for some new drops check out our weekly sneaker release guide.

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