63 Unique Kids Halloween Costume Ideas (2026)

Fire Breathing Green Dragon Costume

This looks amazing, take a close look – it would be so simple to recreate. Such a clever, quick dragon costume from Melissa at Winter Daisy.

SHOP: Toddler Dragon Costume // Kids Dragon Costume

Baby Cow Costume with an Udder

How adorable is bub in this cow costume, I love the hat! Ashley at Make It & Love It gives you the tutorial on how to make this costume.

SHOP: Cow Costume for a Baby // Crochet Cow Baby Set

Jellyfish Halloween Costume

I love that this lights up! You can use gift wrap ribbon, crepe paper or regular ribbon and trims. Jellyfish Halloween costume From Red Ted Art.

SHOP: Light-up Jellyfish Hat

Anemone (Finding Nemo) Costume

If there are balloons involved, I’m going to love it. I really want to try this one for myself! Anemone (Finding Nemo) Costume via Pinterest.

SHOP: Finding Nemo Costumes for adults, kids and dogs // Clownfish Tutu

Cute Black Cat Halloween Costume

Megan at Do It Yourself Divas has a DIY tutorial on how you can make this adorable little black cat costume quickly and easily, even the day before! Perfect for the little ones and the older ones too!

SHOP: Cat Tutu Costume

Cotton Ball Sheep Costume

This would make a cute costume for all ages. Modest Effort Mama gets out her hot glue gun and a lot of cotton balls for this adorable sheep costume!

SHOP: Baby/Toddler Lamb Costume

Spider Infestation Costume

As Kimbo from A Girl and a Glue Gun describes this spider-infestation costume… it’s for those who don’t really want to dress up yet still have to!

She creates the spiders and prints them onto temporary tattoo paper. I think my kids will be covered in temporary tattoos now I know that this is a thing!

If you need a more in-depth tutorial on printing on your home inkjet, check out this printing temporary tattoos tutorial on Instructables.

SHOP: Creepy Bug Temporary Tattoos

Crazy Cat Lady Costume

Now this would suit me to a tee. So simple and easy plus kids have heaps of stuffed toys lying around!

Michelle at Crafty Morning gives a quick rundown on how she made this adorable crazy cat lady costume.

SHOP: Crazy Cat Lady Costume

Character Kids Halloween Costume Ideas

Mario & Luigi Costumes

I whipped up these costumes for my boys one Halloween. I was throwing a birthday party for one of them that day so they needed to be super quick and simple! Find all the details for my Mario & Luigi Costumes here.

SHOP: Blue Suspenders // Green Tee // Luigi Hat // Red Tee // Mario Hat

Superman’s Clark Kent

This would be one of the easier DIY Halloween costumes for little ones. I remember my boys both having a super tee just like this!

I love the flick of the hair, it’s adorable! Superman’s Clark Kent costume via Pinterest.

SHOP: Superman Tee // White Shirt // Red Suspenders // Dress Up Glasses

Minion Costume

What would a costume roundup be without any Minion easy Halloween costumes? I created Minion hair for my son for Crazy Hair Day so it’s a thing in our house.

You could easily make some additions to a yellow beanie and the rest of the costume is pretty simple. Minion costume via Pinterest.

SHOP: Minon Beanie // Minion Baby/Toddler Onesie // Kids Minion Costume // Minion Tutu Costume

Toddler Rosie the Riveter

Sooo cute… just add denim, a cute scarf and a little red lipstick! Toddler Rosie the Riveter costume via Pinterest.

SHOP: Polka Dot Bandana Headband // Infant Rosie the Riveter // Girl’s Rosie the Riveter

Ghostbuster Costume

This has to be one of the best Ghostbuster Halloween costumes for kids! The messy green goop is hilarious!

Not to mention Slimer the green blob balloon following. Ghostbusters costume via Pinterest.

SHOP: Ghostbusters Costume // Slime-Covered Ghostbusters Costume

Joe Dirt & Joe Meteorite Costume

How adorably funny! There’s just something about a toddler in a mullet wig and flannel!

One of the easy DIY Halloween costumes for toddler boys; Joe Dirt & Joe Meteorite costume via Costume Works.

Joe Dirt Costume (Coveralls)

I really couldn’t decide which Joe Dirt costume I loved most! This one with the coveralls is easy to recreate. Joe Dirt costume (coveralls) via Pinterest.

Easy Homemade Bingo (from Bluey) Costume

I made this Bingo costume for my son for Book Week. It was an easy one to whip up at home.

The mask was key and is also available (for free) in a Bluey version. You could adjust the design for Bluey or a sibling costume set.

Find my tutorial (along with the link to the mask) for how to make a homemade Bluey costume here.

SHOP: Bingo Costumes // Bluey Costumes

Man in the Yellow Hat Costume

Oh my boys loved Curious George as little ones! What a cutie with his pet monkey too. Check out Haute Apple Pie for how to bring together this Man in the Yellow Hat costume.

SHOP: Man in the Yellow Hat Accessories

DIY Fred & Wilma Flintstone Costumes

A sweet sibling costume for brother and sister, Leah made these from felt for only $5 each. You’ll find her Fred and Wilma DIY Halloween costumes over on The SITS Girls.

SHOP: Wilma Flintstone Costume // Fred Flintstone Costume // Flintstone’s Costumes for Kids

The Flintstone’s Bam Bam

This cute Halloween costume for kids would be easy to recreate by cutting an old pair of shorts.

You could paint, colour or attach triangles to the shorts.

A soft piece of fabric for the sash and I’m sure it would be easy enough to find a dog toy for the bone! The Flintstone’s Bam Bam costume via Pinterest

SHOP: Kids Pebbles & Bam Bam Costumes

Cabbage Patch Doll Stroller Costume

This Cabbage Patch Doll is still one of the most unique kids Halloween costume ideas I’ve seen.

I love the idea of getting everyone involved. Sometimes for the wee little ones (when they’re stuck in things like strollers), it’s just easier to work with what you’ve got!

Cabbage Patch doll stroller costume via Pinterest.

SHOP: Cabbage Patch Doll Costume for Infants or Cabbage Patch Hair

Cat in the Hat Costume

This is another quick and easy DIY costume, you may even have most of it around the house already.

If you don’t already have a hat for your cat, you could easily make one from some card. Originally found on Seeker of Happiness.

SHOP: Cat in the Hat Costume // Cat in the Hat Tutu Costume

Cindy Lou Who

I love a good Dr Seuss costume and Cindy Lou Who is one of my favorite characters! See the Cindy Lou Who costume from Kristen Cardwell.

SHOP: Cindy Lou Who Wig // Girl’s Cindy Lou Who Costume

Where’s Waldo (or Wally!) Costume

This is a great one for bubs and bigs kids too if you’re stuck on time! Ashley at Make It & Love It whips this Where’s Waldo costume up in less than an hour.

SHOP: Where’s Waldo Costume Ideas

Cute Witch Costume

This little witch costume is such a cute take on a Halloween classic! Layer a black leotard or tee with a fluffy tulle skirt, striped knee-high socks and a witch hat, then add a broom and a few sparkly details to finish it off. Cute Witch Costume via Pinterest

SHOP: Black Tutu Leotard // Striped Socks // Sparkly Cloak

Kid’s Mummy Costume

Why not a classic Mummy costume? This particular one is done really well.

You’ll find more info on the Mummy costume plus the rest of the family’s DIY Halloween costumes from Tell, Love and Party.

SHOP: Mummy Costume for Toddlers // Mummy Costume for Kids

Kid’s Scarecrow Costume

This is a classic fun idea for Halloween costumes for kids.

Thrift store finds helped Christine of Where the Smiles Have Been create this Wizard of Oz scarecrow costume. It would suit toddlers, kids and adults. 

SHOP: Scarecrow Costumes for kids, babies and adults

Wizard of Oz Scarecrow Romper Costume

A tulle tutu romper, this sweet scarecrow costume is perfect little girls.

Available for babies and toddlers it includes the romper, hat and accessories for hands, neck and ankles. Wizard of Oz Scarecrow Romper Costume via Little Miracle Shop Art on Etsy.

Bin Liner Witch Halloween Costume for Kids

Forget leaving things to the day before, this witchy costume from Red Ted Art is quick and easy enough for the morning of!

SHOP: Girl’s Witch Costume

DIY Frankenstein Costume

It’s difficult to find things for older boys who still want to dress up, this is simple and not childish.

Alicia at Zygote Brown Designs has the Frankenstein costume template and instructions.

SHOP: Frankenstein Costume // Frankenstein Beanie Hat

Baby Pumpkin Romper

If DIY isn’t your thing, you can get this adorable Jack-O-Lantern pumpkin romper. You can also purchase the booties to match.

Baby pumpkin romper from Amimami Doll on Etsy

SHOP: Pumpkin Tutu Costume // Baby Pumpkin Romper

Bottle of Bubbles Costume

How fun is this one?! Turn a lightweight cardboard tube or poster board into an oversized bottle of bubbles, then add a giant bubble wand and a few clear balloons for those all-important floating bubbles. Bottle of Bubbles Costume via Pinterest

Baby The Very Hungry Caterpillar Costume

An absolute classic and a very easy costume to pull off if you have a brand new itty-bitty. You can find full costumes, or wrap bub in a green swaddle and make or buy a little caterpillar beanie. Baby The Very Hungry Caterpillar Costume from Alaina via Costume Works

SHOP: Hungry Caterpillar Costume // Hungry Caterpillar Beanie // Green Swaddle Blanket

Flower Pot Costume

I love that you can make this costume easily from only a few cheap materials. Bonus if you have a tub (or similar) lying around the house.

Get the tutorial for how to make a flower pot costume from Dukes & Duchesses

SHOP: Kids Flower Pot Costume

Rubick’s Cube Costumes

These are easy DIY Halloween costumes great for older kids and boys (who are just so difficult to find fun costumes for!).

It would be easy enough to paint a box and cover in colored construction paper or colored vinyl.

You could even paint the squares. Rubick’s Cube costume via From the Family With Love.

Garden Gnome

How adorable is this little gnome costume? You could DIY the whole project or pick up a few pre-made things like flowers if you’re short on time.

Find the DIY for the Garden Gnome costume from Groovy Times.

SHOP: Girls Garden Gnome Costume // Boys Garden Gnome Costume

80’s Workout Costume

Oh my! Words just escape me on this adorable aerobics instructor… sweatbands and lycra are the winning combinations to any costume as far as I’m concerned!

Toddler’s 80’s Workout Costume via Pinterest.

SHOP: Baby 80’s Workout Costume // Workout Costumes for everybody

Jim Carey’s Ace Ventura

The kids may not get it but so many parents will! This Ace Ventura costume is actually easy to recreate.

The key is in the striped pants. If you can’t find some then you could make your own.

Then add a crazy pattern shirt over a white tee and top with some boots. Style a crazy-looking hairdo and you’re sorted! Credit: Jim Carey’s Ace Ventura costume via zeb7 on Reddit

SHOP: Ace Ventura Costume // Kids Ace Ventura Costume

ET the Movie Costumes: ET, Elliot + Gertie

Such a classic choice of Halloween costumes for kids. This one is great for siblings and would be easy to recreate. ET, Elliot + Gertie costumes via Costume Works

SHOP: Elliot from ET Costume or Gertie from ET Costume

Dopey the Dwarf Costume

A sweet Dopey the Dwarf costume, how could you not love those adorable ears?! You’ll find the Dopey the Dwarf costume tutorial from Jeni of Jeni Ro Designs.

SHOP: Snow White Dopey the Dwarf Baby or Kids Costume // Toddler/Kids Dopey the Dwarf Costume

Cotton Candy Costume

How sweet is this cotton candy costume?! Build up fluffy pink pillow fill over a simple pink outfit, then add a little more to a headband or cap and top it with a poster board cone for that unmistakable cotton candy look. Cotton Candy Costume via Pinterest

SHOP: Cotton Candy Costume // Pink Felting Wool // Pink Tutu

Boba Tea Costume

Yep, it’s a bubble tea costume! A cardboard cup, black felt circles for the boba pearls and a chunky pool noodle straw make this such a fun DIY, with a little scrunched tissue paper around the top to finish it off. Boba Tea Costume from upnormaldotcom.

SHOP: Bubble Tea Costume

KFC Colonel Sanders Costume

This one is too funny! A red-and-white striped apron, black bow tie and a little white beard are all you need to turn your kiddo into the cutest Colonel Sanders, just add a KFC bucket for the finishing touch. KFC Colonel Sanders Costume via Pinterest

SHOP: Full Colonel Sanders Costume // Red Striped Apron // White Fake Facial Hair

Pool Noodle Cupcake Costume

Who doesn’t love a good pool noodle craft?! Patricia made these sweet cupcake costumes for her twins. You’ll find the DIY Halloween cupcake costume tutorial over at Crafty Morning.

Spaghetti & Meatballs Costume

This costume is adorable! You could drape chunky cream yarn over a simple outfit and hat for the spaghetti, then add lightweight brown pom-poms or felt balls for the meatballs. Keep everything soft, short, and of course, securely attached. Spaghetti & Meatballs Costume via Pinterest

SHOP: Spaghetti & Meatball Baby Costume

Gum Ball Machine

Cover a top in some colorful pom-poms then add a red tutu! Finish off with a little 25c tag.

You could use this costume for boys too, just put them in red pants. Gum Ball Machine costume via Pinterest.

SHOP: Gumball Machine Costume // Girls DIY Gumball Tutu Costume Kit

Newborn Ice Cream “I Scream” Cone Costume

When you have a newborn to keep wrapped up, how cute is this punny costume?! Find the details for this I Scream baby costume from Tami O’Malley.

SHOP: Baby Ice Cream Bodysuit // Toddler Ice Cream Costume // Kids Ice Cream Costumes

Heinz Ketchup, Mustard & Relish Baby Costume

Cute licensed condiment babies! Perfect for triplets or twin costume ideas. Heinz Ketchup, Mustard & Relish costumes available to purchase from Buzz Bear Studio

Baby Subway Wrap Costume

How cute is this bub?! Just stick a couple of felt vegetable shapes to a baby beanie. Even try these Duktig toys from IKEA which I know many people have!

I’m sure your local Subway would give you a couple of extra sheets, especially if you send them a pic! Baby Subway Wrap Costume via Pinterest.

Easy No-Sew Pizza Halloween Costume

All kids love pizza. And if you’re anything like me, an easy no-sew costume is even better!

So grab some polyester filling, felt and a hot glue gun for this great last-minute Halloween costume.

Find the No-Sew Pizza costume instructions from Emily of Craft Create Cook.

SHOP: Baby Pizza Swaddle & Hat or Pizza Costume for Kids

Cup of Noodle Soup

You’ll definitely stand out with this amazing costume! Cup of Noodle Soup costume via Pinterest.

SHOP: Kids Ramen Noodle Costume

No-Sew Pineapple Costume

How chic does this costume look? I love it! Delia from Delia Creates has the DIY pineapple tutorial, check out the apple version she also made.

SHOP: Newborn Pineapple Costume // Baby Pineapple Romper Costume // Girls’ Pineapple Dress

Froot Loops Costume

I’ve seen a few of these Froot Loops costumes but this one from Kelly from Studio DIY is one of my favourites.

I also like the idea of attaching some Froot Loops to a hat or beanie.

Bunch of Balloon Grapes Costume

Definitely one of the cheaper costumes… a packet of purple balloons and some felt and you’re good to go. Bunch of balloon grapes costume Via Lovin Dublin.

SHOP: Grape Costume for Baby // Kids Grape Costume

Kids Taylor Swift Costume

Such a fun one for a little Swiftie! Pair a “A Lot Going On at the Moment” sweatshirt with a black skirt or shorts, tights and fedora, then add heart-shaped sunglasses and a toy microphone for full pop-star effect. Kids Taylor Swift Costume via Pinterest

SHOP: Swiftie Sweatshirt or Swiftie Tee // Sparkly Skirt // Hat & Glasses

Rodrick Heffley Wimpy Kid Costume

Never one to go with the crowd and just ask for a Greg Heffley costume, my son wanted the older brother, Roderick. You’ll find the full tutorial for the Wimpy Kid costume here (you’ll be able to adjust it easy enough if your kiddo wants Greg or another character from the book!).

SHOP: Loded Diper Tee

Charlie & The Chocolate Factory’s Willy Wonka

This is an easy costume I made for my son one Book Week. The majority of it was sourced from thrift stores (I made the cane). For more info, check out my Willy Wonka costume (Johnny Depp version).

SHOP: Kids Willy Wonka Costume // Willy Wonka Burgundy Coat

Kids of Anarchy Biker Costume

When my son told me that he wanted a kid’s biker costume for Halloween, I instantly went dreamy-eyed thinking of Jax Teller.

Of course, I encouraged the making of a Sons of Anarchy costume! You will find my tutorial on the Sons of Anarchy costume here.

SHOP: Baby Biker Costume // Kids Biker Costume

Captain Underpants Costume

Give them all a giggle with this fun Captain Underpants costume, you’ll find this DIY Halloween costume from Jessica N. Turner.

SHOP: Kids Inflatable Captain Underpants Costume // Beige Bodysuit & Red Superhero Cape

Frida Kahlo Artist Costume

Anything Frida Kahlo and I’m in! Jordan from Oh Happy Day put together three last-minute artist costumes including Frida Kahlo, Andy Warhol and Vincent Van Gogh.

SHOP: Girls Frida Kahlo Costume // Frida Kahlo Flower Headband

Moaning Myrtle Harry Potter Costume

Now what kid wouldn’t want to wear a (clean) toilet seat on their head??! Check out the Moaning Myrtle costume and some Harry Potter inspiration at Kate Johns Musings.

SHOP: Harry Potter Costumes for Kids

Day of the Dead Girl’s Costume

The face painting for this costume is quite simple… what girl doesn’t own a tutu?! Day of the Dead Costume via Pinterest.

SHOP: Day of the Dead Costume

Minecraft Skeleton Costume

This is monochrome cool for sure. So easy, just put some tape on black clothing for the skeleton.

Then either paint or cover a cardboard box with construction paper/vinyl. Minecraft Skeleton Costume via Pinterest.

SHOP: Kids Minecraft Skeleton Costume

Dog Man Costume

This DIY Dog Man costume is one of my creations and it’s great for older boys. It was incredibly easy and last-minute.

Most of the items I had laying around the house and the other items are fairly easy to get hold of. You’ll find my tutorial on how I made a Dog Man costume here.

SHOP: Dog Man Costume // Dog Man Cap with Ears // Dog Man Zip Hoodie