Food Network Cancels Three Popular Halloween Cooking Shows

Food Network has quietly canceled three popular Halloween-themed cooking shows—'Outrageous Pumpkins,' 'Halloween Cookie Challenge,' and 'Last Bite Hotel'—leaving only 'Halloween Baking Championship' and 'Halloween Wars' on the fall lineup. These cancellations have sparked significant backlash from fans on social media, who express disappointment and concern about the loss of beloved seasonal programming that many rely on to get into the holiday spirit. Viewers praised 'Last Bite Hotel' for its originality and resourcefulness, and lamented the cuts as a loss of tradition and fun, family-friendly content amid a rise in re-runs. There is growing worry that this trend could extend to Food Network's Christmas specials, such as 'Holiday Wars' and 'Christmas Cookie Challenge,' which reportedly have not been announced for the 2025 season. Fans fear that these cuts may reflect a broader shift in the network’s approach to holiday programming, potentially impacting viewership and the festive experience. Similar programming reductions have also been noted on other networks like HGTV, indicating a wider industry trend.