A pumpkin is a classic decor piece for the fall, Halloween and Thanksgiving, I can’t imagine a Halloween party without some carved pumpkins. Carving pumpkins is traditional for Halloween but it might seem a bit difficult: you need instruments, the pumpkin you take might be too sturdy to cut and so on. Many of us today prefer some no fuss still very cool pumpkin decor ideas, and painting is number one among them. We’ve gathered the coolest ways to paint pumpkins for Halloween, no matter if you are an artist or don’t know how to paint at all, there are ideas for everyone here, take a look!
Easy Painted Halloween Pumpkins
If you aren’t much of an artist, you can go for some easy and catchy painting ideas. First of all, define your color scheme: it can be not only with black or dark colors, you may stick to something more modern like neon, bold and bright colors of your choice, even pastels if you want. basically, painting your pumpkins some bold colors to match your decor is already enough to create an ambience in the space. But you can go further and add letters or go color blocking, it won’t take much time and will make more impact. Letters can be added with stickers, which will be easier and faster. Splatters of paint or some watercolors will also make your Halloween pumpkins brighter and catchier. Consider painting something easy like little monsters on your pumpkins if you are planning a kids’ party. If you are going to have a celestial Halloween party, paint bold and gorgeous celestial, constellation and galaxy pumpkins. Looking incredible, they are super easy to make with some paint and splatters.

A bright and cool galaxy pumpkin with barely there constellations and lights is a beautiful solution not only for Halloween but also for the whole fall.

Simple DIY black and white moon phase pumpkins are amazing for modern Halloween or fall decor, and they will be great for constellation decor.

super glam Halloween table decor with a black runner, pink, blush, lilac and hot pink pumpkins and bold blooms.

Neon blue, green, orange, pink and yellow pumpkins with gold splatters are fantastic for Halloween decor.

A beautiful blue, pink, grey and purple galaxy pumpkin with little white and silver stars and constellations for Halloween.

A black Halloween pumpkin with little stars and a gold moon is a great solution for celestial decor.

A black pumpkin stenciled with bats is a great idea for a modern rustic party or for your porch and it's easy to make.

A bright and fun Halloween porch with turquoise, pink, blush pumpkins and signs and pillows.

A classic Jack Skellington pumpkin in black and white is easy to make with paint and maybe a sharpie.

A classy Trick ot Treat pumpkin with letters left non-painted is a cool and easy to realize decoration for Halloween.

A fabulous black, blue, grey, purple galaxy pumpkin with tiny white stars painted is amazing for Halloween decor.

A funny painted Halloween pumpkin with a bat and a moon is a cool and pretty idea that won't take much time.

A Halloween pumpkin with a chalkboard touch and some chalk paint plus a burlap bow is a rustic decor idea.

A matte black pumpkin with gold calligraphy letters made with a sharpie is a very easy and cool idea.

A matte burgundy pumpkin, a glossy black one with letters and a wine glass crafted on the pumpkin are amazing for Halloween.

A modern color block pumpkin in hot pink and white, with black letters and numbers is a great idea for a modern Halloween party.

A modern white pumpkin with orange letters and numbers is a great idea for a modern Halloween, it's easy to craft.

A painted Halloween pumpkin with a moon and an owl is a cool and bold decoration, and you need only some paint.

A small black, blue and hot pink pumpkin with white spot stars, large stars and moons for Halloween decor.

A stylish black and white Halloween pumpkin with a face and a star-shaped tattoo done with decorative pins.

An arrangement of bold ombre pumpkins for Halloween and just for fall will give a touch of bright color and create a mood in the space.

An arrangement of jaw-dropping black, purple and blue constellation pumpkins with gold constellations is fantastic.

Black, purple and gold galaxy-themed pumpkins are amazing for Halloween, bold, catchy and mysterious.

Bold black, white and orange marble pumpkins are amazing for Halloween, they look extra bold and cool.

Bold painted Halloween pumpkins are a super cool solution, and you don't have to be an artist to make them.

For a bright Halloween party, combine colorful and neon pumpkins with an array of festive decor and letters. The vivid colors and playful elements will set a lively and joyful tone for the celebration. Incorporating neon pumpkins can make your Halloween decor stand out with a contemporary vibe.

Colorful splatter pumpkins are amazing for Halloween and just for fall decor, they can be your bold touch to the decor.

DIY ombre and color block pumpkins in the shades of pink are a great idea for a pink Halloween space.

gorgeous minimalist Halloween pumpkins - a white, black and blush one with splatters are awesome.

Hot pink color block and eye pumpkins can be made with paint and a sharpie easily for a modern Halloween party.

Make a display of cool black and white glitter pumpkins with vinyl letters - they are very easy to DIY.

Modern color block Halloween pumpkins in white, pink, burgundy, gold and orange is a great idea for bold Halloween decor.

Modern ironic pumpkins in pink and white, with brushstroking and black letters is a fun and cool idea to rock.

Navy and grey pumpkins with holographic stars are amazing for constellation and galaxy Halloween decor.

Painted pumpkins with dried blooms that match will make up a bold and super catchy Halloween centerpiece.

Very pretty small pumpkins in blue, navy and white, with stars, moons and tiny sparkles are great for celestial Halloween parties.

A black and white Halloween pumpkin done with simple black and white paint is a cool and catchy decor idea.

Black and gold pumpkins with number and letter stencils are cool and chic and are easy to realize for Halloween.
Painted Halloween Pumpkins
If you can paint and feel creative, you can paint literally anything on your Halloween pumpkins. These can be scary faces, various heroes and characters from horror movies and not only, various patterns like ghosts and bats, black cats, sugar skulls and even donuts! Everything depends on your Halloween party style and what you like.

A colorful sugar skull Halloween pumpkin is a creative idea for those who don't want to carve but have good painting skills.

A pink pumpkin with ghosts, pumpkins, bats, witches' hats and brooms plus colorful letters is a cool solution.

An arrangement of amazing colorful painted pumpkins in various bright colors is inspiring, make some for Halloween.

An arrangement of beautiful pumpkins - a matte black one, patterns ones and a gorgeous sugar skull styled pumpkin to finish off.

A beautiful painted black cat and spider pumpkin can be made even if you aren't that good at painting.

Super bright and colorful pumpkins in bold shades in pink, blue and orange are amazing for your retro Halloween party.

Nightmare Before Christmas pumpkins will turn your space into Tim Burton inspired one and will add style to your Halloween party.
Painted And Decorated Halloween Pumpkins
You may not only paint your pumpkins but also add detailing to it to make it bolder and cooler. Stickers, pins, decorative nails, spikes, 3D letters, pearls, rhinestones and even sequins – anything that inspires you and that matches your Halloween style. Get inspired!

A bold blue pumpkin decorated with gold sequins that form a word is a cool and bright idea for Halloween.

A galaxy pumpkin is a trendy idea for those of your who enjoy celestial Halloween decor and want something special.

A pink Halloween pumpkin decorated with colorful sequin letters is a lovely and fun idea for the party.

A shiny black pumpkin decorated with gold leaves on top is a chic and beautiful solution that feels like Halloween.

A super bright no carve popcorn pumpkin with real painted popcorn to add a whimsy touch to the decor.

Beautiful matte pumpkins in black, grey, coral pink and gold decorated with gold spikes and studs are amazing for Halloween.

Beautiful modern light pink, blush and black pumpkins with stars and matching letters are adorable for Halloween.

Pink pumpkins and a skull decorated with pearls look adorable, chic and glam and will make your Halloween decor unforgettable.