Halloween

• Custom Haunts: Just like costumes, half the fun of putting something on is putting thought in to make it your own. Need a little inspiration? Start with a baseline Customs design–like jack-o’-lanterns, spiders, eyeballs, or skeletons–and add your own unique touches.

  Vans has offered custom shoes since before customs were even a thing (and before the internet, believe it or not), so it’s only natural that Vans offers Halloween-themed customs. Or is that... supernatural? 

• Fade to Black: Whether you’re goth year-round or just in the spirit of celebrating the macabre when the weather cools down, the months leading up to October offer more dark styles to explore from Vans. The seasonal palette leans into blacks, dark reds, and deep purples across footwear and apparel, including Mary Jane Creepers, embroidered Sk8-His, and dark-hued accessories. Dressing romantic or edgy from head to toe has never been easier. 

• Vans House of Horrors: From monsters to grim reapers to zombies appearing out of the murky lagoon, one of the best parts of Halloween is telling scary stories. Celebrate the spirit of Halloween with graphic tees and hoodies that bring the season’s stories to life. After all, a picture is worth a thousand words.

• Light it Up: Glow-in-the-dark details offer an undeniable cool factor when the sun sets. With classic Halloween designs, skeletons, and even aliens in the mix and you have something truly out of this world. From hoodies to Classic Slip-Ons, everyone from toddlers to grown-ups can suit up in martian-inspired gear made right here on Earth. 

• Halloween Shoes: Blood, spiderwebs, and jack-o-lanterns make for spooky shoe details, and we have them on lock with all your favorite silhouettes, revamped for the holiday. From adults to little kids, get as scary or sweet as you want with bats, fangs, and Frankensteins adorning iconic Old Skools, Authentics, Classic Slip-Ons, or Classic Slip-On Platforms.

• Halloween Hoodies: Whether you’re layering up to play neighborhood pranks, enjoy a hot cider in the brisk fall air, or take your kids trick-or-treating on the big night, a Halloween Hoodie might be just what you need to join in the fun and stay warm while you’re at it. 

• Themed Graphic Tees: Halloween isn’t limited to chilly nights outside. Relax year-round in a t-shirt with a goofy ghoul graphic or Skull Reaper Spirit World graphic for a casual take on Halloween. Perfect for watching horror movies on the couch or for a lowkey admission to a costume party. Men’s, women’s, and don’t forget the kids: cartoon skeleton or goblin graphics make for the perfect scary school tee. 

• Halloween Socks: Different shoes require different socks, which is why we have all the bases covered with Halloween themed designs. From crew socks to no-shows, we have spiderweb prints, skulls, and subtle nods to Halloween, with patterns like dark checkerboard and black and white stripes for days. Because even if they’re not showing, you can enjoy your inner festivities privately... that’s why ghosts are scary, right?

• Orange Shoes: Not into tricks and flash? Marmalade orange shoes offer a minimalistic take on Halloween for those looking to incorporate the spirit into every life, with a bold color that pairs with everything, from work blazers to full-on pumpkin costumes. With Authentics, Classic Slip-On Checkerboards, Super Lowpros, Old Skools, and even Crosspaths, there’s a way to show your Halloween spirit at work, driving to the beach, trick-or-treating, or even trail running. 

• Halloween Beanies: Bring some spirit to the colder temps with our Halloween Beanies. For a sleek Halloween look, check out our Skull cap Beanie with spider-web designs or, to keep your kids warm and safe while they go door to door, check out our bright orange Kids Core Basic Cuff Beanie for a splash of color in the dusk and a touch of warmth no matter the costume. 

What Halloween collaborations has Vans done in the past?

Past drops include a Nightmare Before Christmas collection featuring Jack Skellington and friends, plus a Horror Pack with designs from A Nightmare on Elm Street, IT: Chapter Two, The Shining, and Friday the 13th on Vans Classic Icons–Old Skool, Sk8-Hi, Authentic, and Classic Slip-On.

When is the release date for Vans Halloween collection?

The Vans Halloween collection drops every year in mid-August, giving you plenty of time to gear up before spooky season officially starts.