What to Write in a Halloween Card

Do you shudder with fear when you try to think of Halloween messages to write in your Halloween greeting cards? Does your blood run cold at the thought of what to say? Would you rather face a thirsty vampire than figure out what to scrawl in the card? Well relax boys and ghouls — the writing pros at American Greetings have provided guidance on what to write in a Halloween card. Add one of these happy Halloween messages to your card before sending!

Halloween Greeting Card Openings

If you’re seeking a spine-chilling way to address your Halloween card recipient, here are some ghoulishly fun and eerie greetings to consider!

To my BFF (Best Fiend Forever)
Tomb it may concern
Something possessed me to send you a card
Happy Halloween to my beastie

Heartfelt Halloween Sayings for Cards

Halloween is a time to connect with your favorite ghouls and goblins! Whether you’re writing to your boo, your little pumpkin or a bewitching friend, consider adding heartfelt Halloween messages like these to your cards:

You know what would be really scary? If I didn't have you in my life. So glad I do. Happy Halloween
You're so charming, you cast a spell over everyone you meet! Happy Halloween
Happy Halloween to the most boo-tiful person I know!
Hope you have a monster-good time this Halloween! You’re the beast.
Sending you love and spooky good vibes this Halloween!

Religious Halloween Card Wishes

All Saints’ Day and All Souls’ Day are two Christian holidays that occur on November 1st and 2nd, respectively. For those who observe the spiritual side of the season, these Halloween messages provide a meaningful way to connect. (Think more saints, less spooks).

Wishing you a sacred All Hallows’ Eve that brings you closer to the saints.
May your heart be filled with peace and love this All Hallows’ Eve.
Blessings to you this All Hallows’ Eve, All Saints Day and All Souls Day!
Sending you prayers for a safe and happy Halloween!
Happy Hallelujauhween! May Jesus always light your way through fear and darkness.

Halloween Card Quotes

There’s nothing like a good ghost story, gothic novel or Halloween movie to get into the spooky season! Why not borrow a line from your favorite to add a fun scare to someone’s day?

“Something wicked this way comes.” —William Shakespeare, “Macbeth”
“When witches go riding, and black cats are seen. / The moon laughs and whispers, ‘tis near Halloween.” —Unknown
“Listen to them, the children of the night. What music they make!” —Count Dracula, “Dracula”
“On Halloween night, the Great Pumpkin rises from his pumpkin patch and flies through the air with his bag of toys to all the children.” —“It’s The Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown”
“Life’s no fun without a good scare.” —Lock, Shock, and Barrel, “The Nightmare Before Christmas”
“It’s as much fun to scare as to be scared.” —Vincent Price

Halloween Card Sayings for Kids

If the card is for a child, you can say that you hope they have a fun Halloween and maybe get lots of candy. Keep it light and cheerful — you don’t want to give the kid nightmares.

Have a spook-tacular Halloween!
Keep it creepy!
Happy Halloween to a cool ghoul.
Have a good Halloween night. Don’t let the bad bats bite!
Happy hairy, howling Halloween!

Halloween Closings to Add to Your Signature

When closing your Halloween message, go out with a “boo” and sign your name with a spooky twist! Here are some fun ways to add a touch of frightful charm to your note: