‘Dancing with the Stars’ Halloween Night Songs and Dances Revealed for 2025 Episode

The most anticipated episode of the season is here as “Dancing with the Stars” celebrates Halloween Night with chilling costumes, haunting choreography, and a lineup of spooky songs. The episode airs Tuesday, Oct. 28, at 8 p.m. ET on ABC and streams live on Disney+.

This year’s Halloween Night theme, titled “Halloween Nightmares,” will feature the nine remaining celebrity contestants performing to horror-inspired hits and eerie classics. Fans can also look forward to the return of the fan-favorite “Dance Monster-thon,” where all pairs compete simultaneously for bonus points.

Full List of ‘Dancing with the Stars’ Halloween Night Songs and Dances

Each pair will perform a unique dance style matched to Halloween-themed music, blending creativity, storytelling, and technical skill. According to ABC, here are the official “Dancing with the Stars” Halloween Night songs and dance pairings for 2025:

• Alix Earle & Val Chmerkovskiy – Tango to “bury a friend” by Billie Eilish.
• Robert Irwin & Witney Carson – Argentine Tango to “Sweet Dreams Are Made of This” by The Hampton String Quartet.
• Whitney Leavitt & Mark Ballas – Jazz to “Brain Stew” by Green Day.
• Dylan Efron & Daniella Karagach – Viennese Waltz to “Can’t Help Falling In Love (Dark Version)” by Tommee Profitt and Brooke.
• Andy Richter & Emma Slater – Paso Doble to “Symphony No. 5 in C Minor, Op. 67” by Ludwig van Beethoven.
• Elaine Hendrix & Alan Bersten – Argentine Tango to “Bad to the Bone” by 2WEI and Bri Bryant.
• Jen Affleck & Jan Ravnik – Contemporary to “Look What You Made Me Do” by Taylor Swift.
• Danielle Fishel & Pasha Pashkov – Viennese Waltz to “Die With A Smile” by Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars.
• Jordan Chiles & Ezra Sosa – Contemporary to “Elastic Heart” by Sia.

The Halloween Night episode will also include bonus performances from the professional dancers and an elaborate group routine filled with special effects and theatrical makeup. Producers have teased that this year’s Halloween staging will be “the most visually immersive yet.”

‘Dance Monster-thon’ Returns with Two Spooky Routines

In addition to individual performances, the returning “Dance Monster-thon” will see all nine couples share the ballroom simultaneously. The challenge consists of two rounds: first, a Hustle to “Murder On The Dancefloor” by Sophie Ellis-Bextor, followed by a Lindy Hop to “A Little Party Never Killed Nobody (All We Got)” by Fergie, Q-Tip, and GoonRock.

Judges will tap out couples one by one until only two remain, who will be crowned “King and Queen of the Monster-thon.” The longer couples stay on the floor, the more bonus points they earn — which could play a pivotal role in the competition’s standings heading into next week’s elimination.

Guest Judge and Episode Highlights

This week also marks the return of Cheryl Burke, the two-time Mirrorball Trophy champion, who will appear as a guest judge. Burke, who retired as a pro in 2022, said she’s excited to bring a dancer’s perspective back to the judging panel. “I’m here for the couples and want to give feedback that helps them grow — but also celebrate how far they’ve come,” she told People.

With the show entering its seventh week, the leaderboard is tight. Jordan Chiles, Robert Irwin, and Whitney Leavitt are among the top contenders, while Andy Richter and Emma Slater will look to bounce back after landing near the bottom last week.

“Dancing with the Stars” Halloween Night promises thrills, chills, and standout performances. Fans can tune in live at 8 p.m. ET on ABC and Disney+, and stream the full episode the next day on Hulu.

FYI (keeping you in the loop)-

Q1: What songs will be featured on ‘Dancing with the Stars’ Halloween Night?

The lineup includes hits like “bury a friend” by Billie Eilish, “Sweet Dreams” by The Hampton String Quartet, and “Elastic Heart” by Sia.

Q2: Who is the guest judge for DWTS Halloween Night 2025?

Cheryl Burke, a two-time Mirrorball winner, returns as the guest judge for the spooky special.

Q3: When does ‘Dancing with the Stars’ air?

The Halloween Night episode airs Tuesday, Oct. 28, at 8 p.m. ET on ABC and Disney+. Episodes are available the next day on Hulu.

Q4: What is the “Dance Monster-thon” challenge?

All nine couples compete on the dance floor simultaneously in two routines for bonus points based on performance longevity.

Q5: Which couples are leading the competition this week?

Jordan Chiles, Whitney Leavitt, and Robert Irwin are among the frontrunners based on last week’s high scores.