"As hard as it may be to believe, Halloween is quickly approaching. Whether you welcome spooky season like the first apple cider donut of the year or cling to summer as long as possible, we can’t avoid the inevitable. Perhaps the best thing we can do is embrace the changing of the seasons and prepare for all of the exciting things to come.
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With that in mind, you may be planning fun fall activities, shopping for the best Halloween decor, and getting ready for trick-or-treating. As a parent, maybe the most exciting part of the whole season is seeing your little one dressed up on October 31. If you’re in planning mode, we’ve got your back. We’ve rounded up some of our favorite Halloween costumes for toddlers. Plus, we’re guiding you through picking the perfect one for your little pumpkin.
Below, you’ll find our list broken up by costumes for girls, boys, and gender-neutral options, but keep in mind that the perfect costume for your kiddo is the one that they love. We even included some fun Halloween accessories that are perfect for DIY toddler costumes. Keep scrolling for your one-stop shop for Halloween costumes for toddlers.
How we selected the best toddler Halloween costumes
We kept several things in mind when putting together this list of toddler Halloween costumes. It was important for us to provide a wide range of budget options, so you’ll find plenty of affordable options amongst a handful of more splurge-worthy buys and everything in between. To do so, we looked to some of our favorite toddler retailers. You’ll see picks from places like Amazon and Target, as well as Pottery Barn and Maisonette. A well-rounded list must have variety, and we’re delivering!
On top of that, we thought long and hard about the costumes kids will be excited about this year. From beloved characters to fun pop culture moments of the last year, we wanted to provide options for every little personality.
How to choose the right Halloween costume for your toddler
With endless options out there, you may be wondering how to choose the right Halloween costume for your toddler. There are a few things we recommend keeping in mind. First and foremost, consider what they’re interested in at this moment in time. If they’re in a Bluey craze, this may be the year to dress them up as a blue heeler.
From there, consider how much you’re willing to fork out for the perfect costume. Knowing how much you want to spend will help make selecting the right one easier. In addition, keep comfortability in mind. If your toddler rips off sweaters that aren’t comfortable, odds are they won’t want to sit in a tulle costume all evening. In this case, consider setting out to find comfortable toddler costumes that are made of softer fabrics.
Lastly, keep in mind the weather in your area in late October. You won’t want to spend a small fortune on a costume that needs to be covered up by a coat. Instead, if you live in an area that sees frigid temps, consider incorporating a coat, boots, gloves, and a hat into the ensemble. And remember, putting them in their warmest winter gear and dubbing them a snowboarder is always an option.
Toddler Girl Halloween Costumes
For the little one who loves all-things magical, this unicorn costume comes with a horn headband, and it lights up!
Nothing expresses girl power and leadership like Paw Patrol‘s Skye does! We love this option because it’s such high quality. Your little one can even use it for pretend play after Halloween.
Your little one can’t get enough of Ms. Rachel? Now she can be her own best version! Dress these heart-dotted overalls with a pink tee and a knotted headband for the perfect DIY toddler costumes.
Have a little Swiftie who can’t stop talking about the Eras Tour? Let her take center stage this year by pairing this sparkly dress with a microphone and some boots for an ensemble fit for a pop star.
A classic option that doesn’t get much cuter! Your little sports star will rock this costume inspired by Dottie from A League of Their Own.
Dressing up for Halloween is all about joy, so why not have your little one dress up by the lead emotion in Inside Out 2? Make it a family affair by dressing up in the other emotions.
Sometimes, the ol’ faithfuls are just what we need. If your little one’s favorite princess is Belle, she’s going to love this darling gown that doubles as a pretend play costume.
As far as cute Halloween costumes for toddlers go, this old lady costume is at the top of the list. The price is right, and it’s a costume idea that will keep your kiddo warm if the temps are brisk.
Speaking of cute, your little cupcake can look extra adorable (and cozy!) in this darling cupcake costume that lights up.
If the clock strikes midnight on September 1, and she’s already asking you to put on Hocus Pocus, this darling witch costume is a must-have!
Toddler Boy Halloween Costumes
With a headpiece and car, your little Paw Patrol fan can feel extra cool in this high quality (and hypoallergenic!) costume.
Because you’ve always known the “wild things” are running around your house, this adorable costume celebrates the iconic book Where the Wild Things Are.
A mighty Spidey costume is a favorite year after year, and this affordable option is perfect for any aspiring superhero.
Have a little one who’s always excited to see construction sites? Now they can wear their excitement with this excavator costume that’s sure to put a big smile on their face.
With this awesome race car driver costume, your kiddo is sure to collect all the candy faster than the rest of the neighborhood.
You may see a few mini Marios running around this year, so why not let your kiddo in on the fun? This is another great option to turn into a family affair.
Comfortable toddler costumes that double as pretend play are always a win in our book. Pick up these super cool dragon wings and mask and pair them with a warm outfit so your little one will be comfortable for a long night of trick-or-treating.
Fans of PJ Masks will be excited to wear this costume even after they’ve eaten their last piece of candy.
This costume is the perfect combination of creative and cool. Not only is a Dino skeleton a great combination of two classic options, but it also glows in the dark!
Go classic Halloween this year with this budget-conscious Frankenstein costume.
Gender-Neutral Toddler Halloween Costumes
Put the biggest smile on their face by picking up an adorable Bluey costume this year.
You simply can’t go wrong with Mickey! If warmth while trick-or-treating is a concern, this is a great option.
Your little pumpkin couldn’t possibly look cuter or be more festive than in this costume that glows in the dark.
Plenty of us parents have had Baby Shark stuck in our heads for years. Lean into the chaos with this affordable shark costume.
This set by editor-favorite brand Melissa & Doug will be a hit for your little cowboy or girl.
Speaking of cowboys, don’t forget adorable barnyard animals, like this sweet cow costume.
Your little monster will love this Mike costume from Disney and Pixar’s Monsters, Inc. Another great option for chilly weather, it even comes with gloves.
Little ones who would love to explore outer space will be so excited about this astronaut costume that comes in four colors.
Cars is a toddler (OK, and parent) favorite. This costume is sure to make them feel as cool as Lightning McQueen.
They don’t call it spooky season for nothing! When in doubt, get your hands on a classic but adorable option, like this affordable ghost costume.
Toddler Halloween Accessories
While you’re shopping, grab your kiddo a customized treat bag they can use year after year while trick-or-treating.
Kids who are curious about the ocean will love this shiny octopus cape—perfect for a DIY costume. They’ll have a blast twirling around with eight legs and showing it off all night.
You probably have plenty of princess-worthy dresses at home. Round out the ensemble with a darling new tiara.
Another adorable candy basket, this design ensures it will go with whatever costume your kiddo picks each year.
A pop star costume would be incomplete without a microphone. Plus, little ones will play with these long after the holiday ends.
Your little knight in shining armor can make a quick costume out of this cool cape and sword duo.
For the easiest last minute costume ever, have your kiddo dress in all black and pick up this cute set. What’s even better is that the clips can be worn all season long.
Every good witch needs a broomstick. This is a great option that’s affordable and lights up!
Brett Nicole Hayden, Assistant Editor
As the Assistant Editor, Brett works with the editors of The Everymom on the content creation process by updating stories, sourcing images and graphics, and pitching and contributing her own articles. Her favorite topics to write about are culture, relationships, and living. She’s also The Everymom’s resident baby names and family movies expert!