Scoobtober 2026 Fills October with Monsters, Mysteries, Thrills & Chills

Warner Bros. Discovery ushers in a season of Scooby-Doo excitement with epic collabs, special programming, product launches, gaming integrations, and more!

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BURBANK, Calif., Sept. 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Scooby-Doo is taking over October! Warner Bros. Discovery is kicking off Scoobtober with a fresh lineup of entertainment, music, must-have products, gaming activations, and plenty of mystery-filled fun. From mobile games to nonstop marathons on Cartoon Network, Boomerang, MeTV Toons, and HBO Max, Scoobtober 2026 offers fans around the world more ways than ever to join in the mystery-solving fun.

This fall, Scoobtober gets a little spookier. Inspired by the 2026 theme, "Thrills & Chills", the celebration turns up the spooky surprises and goosebumps while staying true to the warmth, humor and nostalgia that have made Scooby-Doo and the Mystery Inc. Gang a Halloween tradition for generations. From Mystery and Monsters to Music, Munchies and the Meddling Kids, Scoobtober highlights everything audiences love most about Scooby-Doo. As part of this year's Music offerings, Warner Bros. Discovery Global Consumer Products and internationally acclaimed pop-punk band Simple Plan are teaming up on a recently unveiled global collaboration featuring co-branded merchandise, exclusive fan activations, and live-show moments, building on the band's more than 20-year connection to the beloved franchise.

The Scoobtober celebration continues with exciting new collaborations and the return of some beloved favorites across fashion, food, toys, collectibles, and more. Everyone can look forward to new apparel, accessories and home goods from Loungefly, Her Universe, and Dolls Kill, new themed treats from Nestle Toll House and seasonal essentials at retailers like Walmart, Target and WB Shop and more. Fans can even spot Scooby-Doo and Shaggy in an all-new commercial partnership with Instacart, bringing their signature appetite and playful charm to grocery shopping inspiration.

With thrills, chills and mystery around every corner, Scoobtober 2026 promises a Halloween season packed with unforgettable adventures for Mystery Inc.

MUSIC

In honor of last year's Lofi Scooby-Doo album release, which has generated more than 2.5 million global streams since its debut on Scooby's birthday, September 13, 2025, fans can now bring the chilled-out tracks home with an exclusive Lofi Scooby-Doo vinyl from WaterTower Music, available for a limited time beginning in mid-October.

Building on more than two decades of shared pop culture history, Warner Bros. Discovery Global Consumer Products and Simple Plan recently made the band's longtime connection to Scooby-Doo official through a new global partnership. The collaboration brings fan activations, exclusive merchandise, and special experiences to select Simple Plan live shows, celebrating the band's iconic What's New, Scooby-Doo? theme song, animated appearances, and beloved concert traditions. The partnership kicked off at Vans Warped Tour Long Beach in July, where fans had the opportunity to snap photos with Scooby-Doo and the Mystery Machine and shop exclusive co-branded merchandise. The partnership is just getting started, with additional fan experiences, activations, and exclusive merchandise set to launch throughout the year at select Simple Plan tour stops and through broader retail channels.

To amp up the Scoobtober excitement, fans across the U.S. can enter for a chance to win a trip to Orlando to see Simple Plan take the stage at Vans Warped Tour on November 14. Beginning October 1, entries can be submitted through the official @ScoobyDoo Instagram sweepstakes post, with three lucky winners receiving VIP tickets, plus travel vouchers towards airfare and hotel accommodations, for the ultimate Scooby-Doo and Simple Plan experience. Check out @ScoobyDoo Instagram for the official rules and additional details.

PROGRAMMING

Fans can catch Scooby-Doo all month long across television and streaming platforms as part of Scoobtober 2026. On Cartoon Network (North America), a What's New Scooby-Doo? marathon will kick off the celebration on October 1, followed by daily Scooby-Doo programming blocks October 2 through October 31, including the SCOOB!! movie airings on Saturday, October 10, and October 31. Boomerang (North America) will join the fun with a two-day Scooby-Doo marathon featuring the Scooby-Doo, Where are You? and What's New Scooby-Doo? series from October 1 through October 2,followed by daily Scooby-Doo programming blocks throughout October. 

Cartoon Network, Cartoonito, and Boomerang channels across Latin America and Europe, the Middle East and Africa will also showcase Scooby-Doo movies and dedicated content blocks all month long. Meanwhile, HBO Max will spotlight Scooby-Doo content across Kids & Family Halloween collections in the US, APAC, Latin America, and Spain & Portugal for fans to enjoy throughout the month.

On MeTV Toons, Scooby will be featured as part of "MeTV Toons Spooktacular Sundays" block starting at 4 p.m. ET/PT, with a lineup of classic favorites including Scooby-Doo and the Ghoul School (Oct. 4), Scooby-Doo! and the Reluctant Werewolf (Oct. 11), Scooby-Doo! Meets the Boo Brothers (Oct. 18), and The New Scooby-Doo Mysteries ("A Halloween Hassle at Dracula's Castle" and "Sandy Duncan's Jekyll and Hyde") (Oct. 25). For all of the programming details and to find out where you can watch go to metvtoons.com.

Fans looking to take home a piece of the celebration can check out a special on Fanflix, with a Mix & Match saving - choose 5 films or TV seasons for $15 now through November 3^rd.

GAMING

From mystery-solving to spine-tingling scares, Scooby-Doo is making a splash in gaming this Halloween season with a few exciting integrations. Tiki Solitaire TriPeaks (September 22 – November 23):  Players can uncover Scooby-Doo mysteries, complete themed challenges, and unlock exclusive rewards and limited-edition content throughout the two-month event in Scopely's classic Solitaire TriPeaks mobile game. Then, this December, Dead by Daylight will marks an unprecedented crossover as iconic Scooby-Doo elements and character-inspired cosmetics collections will arrive in the Fog for the very first time, bringing a touch of Mystery Inc. to the fan-favorite horror hit. And that's not all – gamers should stay tuned for more surprises still to come! 

PRODUCTS

From apparel and toys to publishing and food, Warner Bros. Discovery Global Consumer Products (WBDGCP) is serving up a mix of new and fan-favorite partnerships for Scoobtober.

Fashion & Accessories: This Scoobtober, fans can stock up on frightfully fun finds, including Hex Girls-inspired bags and pins from Loungefly, themed headbands from Junk Brands, statement bags from Dolls Kill, plush 3D slippers from Ground Up, kids' shirts and pajamas from George Hats, and an exclusive Scooby-Doo character hoodie from Her Universe.

Toys & Collectibles:  There's no shortage of mystery-filled fun with must-have collectibles and toys for fans of all ages. Discover the Scooby-Doo x Polly Pocket compact, packed with adventure, surprises, and iconic moments in micro form. Bring home the heart (and appetite) of Mystery Inc. with Jada Toys' Scooby-Doo 1:12 scale action figure, featuring everyone's favorite lovable Great Dane. The mystery is out as JAKKS Pacific reimagines Daphne and Velma as stylish collector fashion dolls, while Hasbro introduces Mysterious Prime and Automutt, a converting, crime-solving Transformers duo inspired by Scooby-Doo that's ready to roll into action.

Home & Pet: Bring a little Mystery Inc. groove to your everyday adventures with a lineup of Scoobtober essentials. From Igloo coolers, Hallmark drinkware and ornaments, to Gemmy's larger-than-life inflatables, there's something to bring Scooby-Doo fun to every corner of the season. Fans can also get creative with Pipsticks' glow-in-the-dark stickers and notebooks featuring the entire Mystery Inc. gang. For the kitchen, the Scooby-Doo Essential Apron from Hedley & Bennett delivers a playful dose of Saturday morning cartoon nostalgia, blending charm, humor, and classic Scooby-Doo spirit.

Publishing: Kids and families can dive into new Scooby stories from Penguin Random House, Random House Kids, and Running Press, including Hex Girls: A Rogue Thorn (Random House), Scooby-Doo! And Friends – A Halloween Mystery, Velma & the Mystery of the River Ghost picture book and Scooby-Doo and the Haunted Library picture book.

Retail: Zoinks! Scoobtober style is everywhere this season. Fans can suit up in a Scooby-Doo cosplay hoodie from Hot Topic, get cozy with apparel and pajamas from Walmart and Target, and discover even more mystery-solving essentials at WB Shop, where bags, hats, t-shirts, hoodies, and more are available for the whole family.

Food & Beverage: With the irresistibly sweet smell of sugar cookies in the air, the whole gang will come running to the kitchen for Nestle Toll House Scooby-Doo refrigerated cookie dough. Perfect for seasonal celebrations, this Scooby Doo Halloween cookie dough brings frightfully fun sweetness to Halloween parties, movie nights, trick-or-treat gatherings, and family Halloween baking moments.

Promotions: Fans can even spot Scooby-Doo and Shaggy in an all-new commercial partnership with Instacart, bringing their signature appetite and playful charm to your grocery shopping inspiration.

EXPERIENCES

Looking for a way to celebrate Scoobtober with the whole family? Warner Bros. Global Experiences partners Escapology invites fans to channel their inner Mystery Inc. gang in the Scooby-Doo and the Spooky Castle Adventure escape room. And for those determined to solve the mystery of the perfect hole-in-one, Scooby-Doo! Mystery Putt in Pigeon Forge delivers a one-of-a-kind putting adventure packed with Scooby-Doo fun.

With mysteries to solve, monsters to uncover and plenty of treats along the way, Scoobtober 2026 invites everyone to celebrate the season with Scooby-Doo and the Mystery Inc. gang. The thrills, chills and mystery-filled fun continue all October long.

About Scoobtober
Scoobtober is a month-long Warner Bros. Discovery franchise celebration of all things Scooby-Doo, bringing fans together every October for a one-of-a-kind Halloween tradition. From spotlighting fan-favorite episodes and movies to creating global digital experiences, Scoobtober is a collaborative hub for the world's most beloved mystery-solving pup. Family-friendly and frightfully fun, Scoobtober delivers spooky thrills, laughs, and holiday magic for fans of all ages.

About Scooby-Doo
Scooby-Doo was created in 1969 and first seen in the Hanna-Barbera animated series, Scooby-Doo, Where Are You! Scooby travels from one adventure to the next with his four teenage companions, the crew known as Mystery, Inc.  Transported by the iconic Mystery Machine, Fred, Daphne, Velma and Shaggy investigate mysterious happenings in hopes of getting to the bottom of them. Scooby is a beloved Warner Bros. franchise that has been admired by fans for more than 50 years, the star of 20+ self-named hit animated TV series, four live-action films, a theatrical animated feature film and dozens of animated direct-to-video releases and consumer products, video games and live experiences.

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About Warner Bros. Discovery Global Consumer Products
Warner Bros. Discovery Global Consumer Products (WBDGCP), part of Warner Bros. Discovery's Revenue & Strategy division, extends the company's powerful portfolio of entertainment brands and franchises into the lives of fans around the world. WBDGCP partners with best-in-class licensees globally on award-winning toy, fashion, home décor and publishing programs inspired by the biggest franchises from Warner Bros.' film, television, animation, and games studios, HBO, Discovery, DC, Cartoon Network, HGTV, Eurosport, Adult Swim, and more. With innovative global licensing and merchandising programs, retail initiatives, and promotional partnerships, WBDGCP is one of the leading licensing and retail merchandising organizations in the world.    

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