25 Best Family Halloween Costume Ideas That Are Fun and Creative

checked mark Fact-Checked by Jessie Van Amburg  | October 23, 2023
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Quick Summary

The best family Halloween costumes are comfortable, available in a variety of sizes and include everyone in your family, according to What to Expect community parent testers. And don’t discount the cuteness factor! 

The most frightfully fun time of year is once again upon us, which means you and your family have the ultimate excuse to get dressed up in a cute, creative and coordinated group Halloween costume.

No matter how you choose to celebrate, whether it’s with a group of friends or a small collection of close family, there is no shortage of amazing family Halloween costumes for this year’s festivities. To give you a jolt of inspiration to prepare for October 31, we’ve rounded up some of the trendiest family costume ideas that are guaranteed to secure you and your crew the title of best dressed on the block (and your Instagram feed). 

Whether you need family Halloween costumes with baby for your little one's first trick-or-treating event (we also have rounded up our favorite baby costumes, too!) or even a maternity Halloween costume to show off your bump, you'll find plenty of cute family Halloween costumes ahead to suit a variety of interests as well as different family sizes.

How we chose the best family Halloween costumes

The best family Halloween costumes are comfortable, come in expansive size ranges and have an option for everyone in your family. That said, there are a few important factors that we considered when choosing the best baby Halloween costumes, including:

  • Comfort: Look for costumes made out of soft fabrics (like cotton or polyester) to ensure that the outfit doesn’t irritate sensitive baby or toddler skin. And think ahead about the weather: It’s a good idea to make sure that your group costumes provide enough coverage (whether on their own or with some strategic extra layers) so that you’re not shivering as you approach your neighbor’s front porch to say “trick or treat!”
  • Size ranges: You’ll want to make sure that there are enough options for everyone in your family — so everyone is comfortable and no one is left out of the fun!
  • Safety: Costumes should fit everyone comfortably; for babies and toddlers, avoid anything with small parts or accessories that could pose a choking hazard. You might want to think twice about capes or long robes that might trip up your younger walkers. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), all costumes should say “flame resistant” on the label for added safety. 

Tips for choosing a family Halloween costume

Deciding on a Halloween costume that the whole family is excited about can be a bit of a challenge, especially when you’re trying to appease several age groups all with one theme. Here are some tips for pulling off an unforgettable family Halloween costume that’s fun, practical and crowd-pleasing:

  • Recruit enough characters: Depending on your family size, you may need a theme that offers more or less characters for your family to dress up as. No one wants to feel left out or relegated to a less-important character that’s not as recognizable.
  • Design it with bathroom trips in mind: The last thing you need is for your potty-training toddler to feel stuck in a costume that requires you to jump through hoops to get her out of it in time for her to make it to the toilet. Make sure that everyone’s costume unzips or unbuttons in all the right places so that bathroom trips aren’t a bust.

Whether you're looking for Halloween costume ideas for a big family or a duo costume to match your baby, this list has a creative solution to jazz up the holiday and fill your camera roll with unforgettable photos and memories. Check out the best family Halloween costume ideas below.

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Best "Barbie" Costumes

Barbie and Ken Family Costumes

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Come on Barbie, let’s go Barbie! Relive the joys of the Barbie movie by turning your family into your very own Dreamhouse crew. There’s a Barbie (and Ken!) look for everyone. For the littlest family members, deck them out in a Barbie-printed bodysuit and add lots of pink layers to complete the ensemble. Just note: These costumes are bound to be popular, so order yours now if you want it in time for Halloween festivities. 

Best Addams Family Costumes

Gomez, Morticia, Wednesday and Pubert Addams Costumes

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Whether you’re a fan of the ‘90s film or the more recent Netflix TV series, you’ll find dressing up as the Addams family to be frightfully delightful. Parents can go as Gomez and Morticia, while your little ones can dress up as fan-favorite Wednesday (or don an adorable suit as baby Pubert). The cast of characters is so large that you can add a Cousin Itt, Uncle Fester or even the Thing to your trick-or-treating crew if needed.

Best "Encanto" Costumes

Mirabel, Bruno, and Dolores Costumes

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We don’t talk about Bruno…but you’ll love to dress your kids up as him! Relive the magic of Encanto with these fun costumes. You and the older kids can take on the roles of Luisa, Bruno, Mirabel and Dolores, while baby can dress up as an adorable donkey — perfect for Luisa to lug around all night.

Best "Ted Lasso" Costumes

Ted Lasso and AFC Richmond Player Costumes

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These Ted Lasso costumes will be a hit when you’re out trick-or-treating. Adults can dress up as Ted and Coach Beard (just swap out the mustache for a fake beard if going as the latter), while kids can don an AFC Richmond uniform to serve as Roy, Jamie, Sam or any of the other amazing cast. Dress your baby up as the inspirational “Believe” poster and you’ll have an iconic crew that can take on any challenge Halloween night brings. If you’re looking for more characters, raid your closet for a power suit and pearls to dress as Rebecca, or a crop top, leather jacket and leggings to look like Keeley. 

Best "The Little Mermaid" Costumes

Ariel, Sebastian, Ursula, Flounder and Prince Eric Costumes

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This Halloween, head under the sea with these fun costumes from The Little Mermaid. The kids will look adorable as they explore the vast deep blue (er, your neighborhood) dressed as Ariel, Flounder or Sebastian. The adults chaperoning the trick-or-treat route can own the Ursula or Prince Eric options; other family members can take on King Triton or one of Ariel’s many sisters.

Best Super Mario Costumes

Mario, Bowser and Princess Peach Costumes

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Teleport the family to the Mushroom Kingdom with these adorable Mario-themed costumes. Adults can dress up as Bowser and Princess Peach, while the little ones can match as Mario or Luigi. Need more on-theme costumes? Try adding a Princess Daisy, Yoshi or Toad to your crew.

Best Space-Inspired Costumes

Astronaut Family Costumes

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Launch into Halloween with these matching family astronaut costumes. The one-piece design makes them easy to wear while still creating a camera-worthy look. The adult version comes in multiple colors to vary the look between parents or other caregivers. Also good: Baby's astronaut costume features a snap-closure for those inevitable diaper changes.

Best Baby Shark Costumes

Shark Family Costumes

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Doo doo doo! Celebrate your little one’s favorite song with these "Baby Shark" family costumes. It’s an easy way to get everyone involved on the spook-tacular holiday — just snag shark onesies for each family member and you’re set.

Best Wizard of Oz Costumes

Dorothy, Tinman, Lion and Scarecrow Costumes

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Everyone is sure to recognize this iconic family Halloween costume set from The Wizard of Oz! Whether you want to dress up as Dorothy or the Tinman, the costume options are essentially endless with this classic film theme. Even the family pup can get involved by going as Toto!

Best "Winnie the Pooh" Costumes

Pooh, Eeyore, Piglet and Tigger Costumes

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Everyone’s favorite classic storybook, Winnie the Pooh, makes for a sweet family costume that the entire family can enjoy. If you’re expecting, your belly can even help the Pooh bear costume come to life without any extra padding. Round out the group with some of the other beloved storybook characters: Christopher Robin, Rabbit, Eeyore or Roo.

Best Despicable Me Costumes

Minions Costumes

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If your little ones are obsessed with all-things Minions and the world of Despicable Me, look no further than matching Minions costumes this Halloween. It's easy for everyone to match — even the family dog can get in on the fun!

Best "Space Jam" Costumes

Tune Squad and Monstar Costumes

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Space Jam may very well have been a favorite movie that you enjoyed during your childhood, so why wouldn’t you introduce it to your children? (Let’s not speak of the 2021 reboot.) Not only is it fun for the whole family, but the classic Tune Squad and Monstar characters make for great Halloween costumes.They require minimal effort and you can layer warmer clothes underneath or on top if the weather calls for it.

Best Bee Costumes

Beekeeper and Bee Costumes

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What’s more adorable than your little one dressed up as a tiny bumblebee? You might not look quite as cheek-pinch-worthy dressed up as an adult bee or a beekeeper, but this family costume is sure to catch some honey from neighbors eager to give out baby-friendly candy.

Best Flintstones Costumes

Fred, Wilma, Pebbles and Bam Bam Costumes

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The beloved Stone Age family is a tried-and-true group costume. Not only are they super recognizable, but each costume comes ready to wear, and includes must-have Flintstone accessories, from Fred’s long blue tie to Wilma’s chunky white necklace. (FYI: You may have to buy a wig separately for your adult Fred costume.) Just note that these costumes provide less coverage (you know, cavemen and all) so layer up your fam before heading out if it’s a chilly night.

Best Bathtime Costumes

Soap, Loofah and Ducky Halloween Costumes

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Rub-a-dub-dub! Bathtime fun is definitely something your baby or toddler knows well — and likely enjoys on a nightly basis. Dress up as a bar of soap or a loofah and put your little one in the sweet rubber ducky costume. (Bonus: The duck costume is both machine-washable and features a snap closure for easy diaper changes!)

Best Rock, Paper, Scissors Costumes

Rock, Paper and Scissors Costumes

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It’s only a matter of time before your kiddos are using this time-honored game to make important playtime decisions, but for now, it’s a perfect costume for a family of three. You and a loved one can dress up as paper and scissors, and baby can wear a simple, no-fuss gray jumpsuit (which can easily be reworn after October 31 has come and gone).

Most Clever Costumes

Ice T-Shirts and Onesie

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Stop, collaborate and listen — to this amazingly simple family Halloween costume idea. Snag two of these “ice” T-shirts for you and a loved one, bring in your little one, and you’ve got “ice, ice baby.” The cute bodysuit for baby completes the family get-up. We love that the adult shirt goes up to a size 6X-Large, making it way more size-inclusive than your typical Halloween costume fare.

Best Monsters Inc. Costumes

Sulley, Mike and Boo Costumes

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Pay homage to the Pixar classic Monsters Inc. by dressing up as its most iconic characters. All your little one needs is a pink T-shirt, bodysuit or jumper to dress up as Boo, and you can snag one of these comfy Sulley or Mike onesies. Other family members can join in on the fun by dressing up as additional characters from the film, like Randall, Roz or Celia.

Best Incredibles Family Costumes

Incredibles Family Halloween Costumes

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What better way to celebrate Halloween as a family than by dressing up as one of the most famous superhero families? These costumes from The Incredibles provide options for just about everyone, from Elastigirl to Violet to Jack-Jack. If you have a big brood, expand beyond the Incredible family with characters like Edna Mode or Frozone.

Best Scooby Doo Costumes

Velma, Daphne, Fred, Shaggy and Scooby Costumes

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Consider the mystery of your family’s Halloween costumes solved with these Scooby Doo costumes. Dress baby up in the sweet Scooby bunting costume and choose from the other iconic characters for you and any other family members.

Best Ghostbusters Costumes

Ghostbusters and Baby Marshmallow Man Costumes

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Who you gonna call?! These Ghostbusters costumes are classic Halloween go-tos that the whole family will love. The one-piece Ghostbuster suit — which comes with badges and a ghost-vanquishing proton pack — makes dressing up easy for you, and the baby Marshmallow Man costume for your little one is almost too cute. Plus, how fun is it to have a built-in theme song for your costumes?

Best Skeleton Costumes

Halloween Matching Family Pajamas Set

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Is there anything spookier than a crew of skeletons on Halloween? These matching family pajamas are perfect for a chilly Halloween night full of trick or treating followed by a fun movie night on the couch devouring all your delicious candy. Bonus: It’s an easy one-and-done costume, since you can buy your whole family’s costumes (including the family dog and your little one’s favorite doll!) from one place.

Best Zoo Costumes

Zookeeper, Elephant, Tiger and Giraffe Costumes

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Designate the leader of your pack as a zookeeper, then dress the rest of your crew as animals you’d spot in the Serengeti. It’s an extremely adaptable costume that works just as well for small families of two or three as it does for large families of six or more.

Best Classic Children's Book Costumes

"Where’s Waldo" Costumes

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No one will have trouble spotting you and your crew at a Halloween parade when you’re dressed up in these matching red and white get-ups à la Where’s Waldo? Not only is this family Halloween costume theme ideal for colder weather, since it includes a hat, long socks and long sleeves, but it’s a relatively low-key costume without complicated pieces or parts.This means the chances of a fussy baby are low, while the chances of rewearing some of the costume after Halloween is over are high!

Best Food-Themed Family Costume

Pastry Chef and Sweet Treats Costumes

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There’s no sweeter costume for a tight-knit family than something dessert-inspired. All you need to do is “hire” a pastry chef and then pick any number of tasty treats to complete the group’s look. There are certainly enough baked goods to go around, making this a costume that’ll work no matter your crew’s size!

Our Research

We scanned through What to Expect community boards and retailer reviews to learn what family Halloween costumes have used and loved for their kids, and to get a sense of what features parents prioritize in costumes suitable for the whole family.