Halloween is just around the corner, and it’s time to find the perfect costumes for you and your buddies. For kids, the important thing is that they’re excited and having fun. For adults, the goal is to be creative, get some laughs, and avoid asking, “Wait a minute, who are you playing?”
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What are the best Halloween costumes of 2024?
Halloween costumes have traditionally been heavily influenced by pop culture, and this year will be no exception, with trick-or-treaters dressing up as characters from this year’s blockbuster movies and video games. Deadpool and Wolverine, Inside Out 2, Despicable Me 4, Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, Fortniteand Wicked The streets will be flooded.
You can’t go wrong with classic characters, pop stars, or even timeless Halloween horror costumes. We’ve already found some great ones, including Wednesday Addams (now updated with the Netflix series starring Jenna Ortega and now cool again), Taylor Swift, creepy clown, zombie, slasher, alien, and vampire costumes.
Last but not least, there are always sweet, funny, and cute options for little ones and older kids/adults to wear (usually with a bit of sarcasm) I mean, how about wearing a pickle costume for your 6th grade Halloween parade? There are tons of funny options in 2024!
Whether you plan on making your own costume, accessorizing a store-bought costume with a few perfect accessories, or just wearing an outfit straight out of the packaging, here are some of the most popular and fun costume ideas for Halloween.
Pop Culture Halloween Costumes
Adult Deadpool Costume – Deadpool & Wolverine
Channel your inner anti-hero with this officially licensed Deadpool costume. Complete with a jumpsuit, mask and gloves, you’ll be ready to dress up as the foul-mouthed mercenary this Halloween. Made from a polyester/spandex blend, the long-sleeved pullover style is both comfortable and action-ready. If you’ve seen the movie, you know this would also make a great group costume.
price: $50 at Spirit Halloween
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DJKDJL Wolverine Jumpsuit Cosplay Costume
Affordable and easy Deadpool and Wolverine Get your kids some fun with this easy-to-wear one-piece from Walmart that recreates the iconic comic book style worn by Wolverine in the film. Includes 30-day free returns.
price: $20.52 at Walmart
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Disney Pixar Inside Out 2 Disgust Classic Costume for Girls
Turn your little one into a hater Inside Out 2 Get into the Halloween spirit with this adorable costume. It comes with a dress, neck scarf and wig, making it perfect for trick-or-treating, costume parties and group looks. Made from 100% polyester, it’s comfortable and fun to wear. Shoes sold separately.
price: $49.99 at Target
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Adult Miss Argentina Dress Costume – Beetlejuice
“If only I knew then what I know now, this little accident would never have happened!” Play the part of princess in a memorable pageant in this officially licensed Miss Argentina costume. BeetlejuiceThis set includes a sparkly red mini dress, red wig, sheer red cape and Miss Argentina sash. Stockings and shoes sold separately. Don’t forget to add scar paint to add detail to the cut on her wrist!
price: $59.99 at Spirit Halloween
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Inflatable Jelly Minion Costume for Kids – Despicable Me
Let your child experience the fun of being a Minion with this inflatable Jelly costume. This fun costume features a mesh window for visibility and a zipper closure at the back, instantly transforming your child into an adorable Minion. It comes with a battery-operated fan and is easy to inflate, making it perfect for Halloween parties and trick-or-treating. Made from 100% polyester, shoes not included.
price: $44.99 at Party City
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Wednesday Addams Costume for Girls
This Wednesday Addams girls costume includes a high-waisted black A-line dress with a layered soft mesh skirt, capturing the dark elegance of Wednesday’s character. Package includes dress, belt, necklace, calf socks and wig. Available in 5 sizes up to age 12.
Price: $30.99 on Amazon
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Adult Jack Skellington Costume – The Nightmare Before Christmas
Become the king of Halloween Town with this officially licensed Jack Skellington Deluxe Costume. This set includes a jacket, pants, tie, gloves and a full mask. The Nightmare Before ChristmasMade from polyester, polyurethane and latex, this costume features long sleeves and button closures.
price: $129.99 at Spirit Halloween
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Funny Halloween Costumes
Adult Hot Dog Costume
Show up in style and have everyone worry about their food in this funny hot dog costume. This hooded tunic is made from polyester and is available exclusively at Spirit Halloween. It’s a one-size-fits-all costume that’s perfect for getting a laugh. Pants, shirt and shoes sold separately.
price: $36.99 at Spirit Halloween
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Snake Doll Costume for Kids
Get everyone laughing this Halloween with this unexpected snake puppet costume. This unique 3D costume features a marionette snake head to create the illusion of a snake attack.
price: $29.99 at Spirit Halloween
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Orion Costume Hairy Cousin Adult Costume
This hilarious furry cousin costume ( The Addams Family This costume perfectly matches Wednesday Addams. It includes a synthetic straw-like bodysuit with holes for the face and arms, a hat and glasses. One size fits most, fits up to a 46 inch chest and 38 inch waist. The costume is 66 inches long from top to bottom.
price: $109.99 at Target
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Horror Halloween Costumes
Scary Sea Creature Costumes for Kids
Transform your child into a scary sea creature in this scary sea creature costume. The set includes a full mask, jumpsuit and gloves, perfect for a spooky look underwater. It features long sleeves and a Velcro closure, and is made from polyester, spandex and latex.
price: $39.99 at Spirit Halloween
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Spooktacular Creations Boys Clown Costume
Become the ultimate killer clown with this terrifying costume set. Includes latex mask, jumpsuit, shoulder straps, belt and collar. Available in small, medium and large sizes for boys up to 12 years old.
price: $29.99 on Amazon (original price $39.99)
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Spooktacular Creations Girls’ Grim Reaper Costume
This Halloween Grim Reaper costume for girls includes a dress, hooded cape, glow-in-the-dark gloves, tights, waist chain and toy scythe. It’s made from 100% polyester and features a unique glow-in-the-dark design for added effect.
price: $29.99 on Amazon (original price $41.99)
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Halloween Accessories
MEICOLY SFX Makeup Kit
This SFX makeup kit contains everything you need for realistic special effects: double-ended spatula, 50g scar wax, 30g clotted blood gel, 5ml castor oil sealer, stippling sponge, and 2.1 oz fake blood splatter (dark blood instead of light blood). Flexible scar wax makes it easy to create the effects of burns, wounds, scars, bite marks, and more. Realistic blood splatter can be used to create dripping and splattering effects on body and clothing. Clean up is easy with soap and water, but additional washing may be required due to the use of food coloring to make it look more realistic.
price: $15.98 on Amazon
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2 pairs of plain women’s tights
Don’t forget the little accessories to complete your Halloween costume. Amazon’s tights are great value and come in over 20 fun colors. They also come in a wide range of sizes, from small to 3X large.
price: $4.99 on Amazon (original price $9.99)
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VCKOVCKO Natural Wave Wig with Air Bangs Light Green
Don’t buy a wig from a Halloween store this year. Amazon has a wide selection of affordable wigs to complete your costume. This Natural Wave Wig with Air Bangs is made from 100% high-quality synthetic fibers and is double machine wefted for durability, so there will be no tangles or shedding. Choose from 29 different colors, including pastels, ombre shades, and natural hair tones.
price: $24.99 at Amazon
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This article, “Hauntingly Good Halloween Costumes,” first appeared on The Real Deal by RetailMeNot.
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