50 Clever Family Halloween Costume Ideas You'll Actually All Agree On
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It goes without saying that half the fun of Halloween is dressing up in costume. And when you get to do it with your family? The experience becomes all the more fun. Whether you're a small but mighty nuclear crew or you're a bigger tight-knit squad of distant relatives, there are oh-so-many clever and creative group costume ideas you and your posse can pull together for October 31. The best place to find inspiration? Start by looking to some of the most iconic friends and families of all time (both, real-life and fictional!), such as the creepiest and kookiest Addams Family, dysfunctional Roys of Succession, hilarious Golden Girls, and even the British royal family. Or you can think outside the box and stick to a theme, like ghosts, astronauts, or superheroes. Here, some of the best family Halloween costumes, no matter your family's size.
Editor's Note: Most group-style costumes are sold separately, but we've also included some available ensemble option to help get your creative wheels spinning, below.
Addams Family
Get the gang together to cosplay as the beloved Addams Family. Dad can play Gomez, mom can play Morticia, the kids can dress as Wednesday, Pugsley, and Pubert. And if there's a cousin involved? They can play Cousin It, of course.
Morticia Floor Dress Costume
The Wizard of Oz
Going as the core-four from The Wizard of Oz is a group costume idea that will never get all. Better still, you don't need to have a family of four to get in on the fun! There are so many characters to go as, from Glinda the Good Witch to the Wicked Witch and Oz the Great and Powerful.
Wizard of Oz Group Costume Set
Top Gun
Nearly 40 years after its initial release, Top Gun remains a cult-classic film. Gather the squad together to dress up as Maverick, Goose, and the rest of the gang for family costume to remember.
Top Gun Jumpsuit
Barbie
The greatest thing about dressing up as Barbie? The many options you have to pick from. There's Dreamhouse Barbie, Cowgirl Barbie, and Rollerblade Barbie, or you can be your own version of everyone's favorite doll!
Gingham Tiered Midi Dress
Harry Potter
If you have a household full of Potterheads, here's your chance to wear your house colors proudly. Whether you're a Gryffindor, Ravenclaw, Hufflepuff, or Slytherin, you're in for a magical Halloween evening.
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Wizard Costume Accessories Set
Bridgerton
Showing up to a Halloween bash as the Bridgerton children is bound to earn you and your family best costume of the year.
Daphne Bridgerton Costume
Alice in Wonderland
Lean into the Halloween madness by channeling beloved Alice in Wonderland characters with the family. There's an option for every family member, from Alice herself to the Mad Hatter to the Queen of Hearts and Cheshire Cat.
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Alice in Wonderland Costume
Clue
Bring the legendary board game to life by channeling Colonel Mustard, Professor Plum, Miss Scarlet, and the rest of the famed characters.
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Colonel Mustard Clue Costume
The British Royal Family
Because who wouldn't want to be royalty for a day? Channeling the Windsor's provides the perfect dress-up opportunity for larger families.
Men's Prince Costume
Rockford Peaches
Nothing says family team spirit like an A League of Their Own group costume! Gearing up in a Rockford Peaches uniform is bound to be a hit amongst your loved ones. And remember: There's no crying in baseball—especially when there's candy involved!
A League of Their Own Costume
Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory
Why not transport your family into a world of pure imagination by dressing up as Willy Wonka, Veruca Salt, Violet Beauregarde, and the rest of the gang? While there may not be an actual Chocolate Factory involved, at least you can load up on sweets while trick-or-treating!
Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory Costume
Mary Poppins
A Mary Poppins-themed group costume is a supercalifragilisticexpialidocious idea for a family of four.
English Nanny Costume
Star Wars Costume
From Darth Vader to Princess Leia and Yoda, there are plenty of Star Wars characters for you and your family to embody.
Jedi Costumes - Three Versions
Grease
Whether you're a T-Bird or Pink Lady, finding the one costume that you want for Halloween night will be a breeze since there are so many iconic Grease characters and looks. Plus, it'll be hard to resist singing the film's catchy tunes all night long.
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1950s Grease Costume
Downton Abbey
From Lady Mary to Lady Edith to the Dowager Countess, there are plenty dressed-to-the-nines women to emulate from Downton Abbey. Think of all the beaded flapper dresses, tiaras, and opera gloves! The guys also have several characters to choose from: there's the loveable Mr. Carson, John Bates, Mr. Crawley, and more.
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V Neck Sequin Beaded Fringed Dress with 20s Accessories Set
Golden Girls
Fact: Sophia, Dorothy, Blanche, and Rose are the original #SquadGoals.
The Golden Girls Complete Costume Wig Set
The Roy Family
Everyone's favorite dysfunctional family can easily be emulated with a good blazer, turtleneck sweater, or suit. Just make sure you skip the ludicrously capacious bag, OK?
Ludlow Slim-Fit Suit Jacket
Game of Thrones
October is coming! If you have a larger family, a Game of Thrones-themed costume is a great option since there are so many characters to choose from.
Daenerys Targaryen Cosplay Wig
Batman & Robin
For a sweet father-son moment, channeling Batman and Robin is a foolproof costume idea that will never get old.
Batman Costume
Avengers
Dressing up as the Avengers with your family is a marvelous Halloween costume idea. There are plenty superhero options to pick from, including Captain America, Iron Man, and the Hulk for the boys, and Black Widow, Captain Marvel, or Wanda Maximoff for the girls.
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Child Halloween Costume Dress-Up Box
Toy Story
If you've got little ones in your crew, nothing will delight them more than dressing up as Andy's Toys. To infinity and beyond!
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Cowboy Costume
Sound of Music
The von Trapps continue to capture hearts nearly 60 years after the Sound of Music's release, and dressing as Maria and the children is the perfect costume idea for bigger families. Bonus points if you sing while trick-or-treating.
Maria Nun Costume
Cruella de Vil
Halloween is the spooky season after all, so why not go as Cruella? You can channel the cold-hearted Disney villain with a two-tone wig, red gloves, and a faux fur jacket, while you're little ones can steal the spotlight as adorable Dalmatian puppies.
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Ghostbusters
When there's something strange in the neighborhood, dress up as the Ghostbusters.
Ghostbusters Halloween Costume
Back to the Future
Throw it back to the 1980s and channel your best Marty McFly or Dr. Emmett Brown with the rest of your crew.
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Mad Scientist Costume
Beetlejuice
Tim Burton's creepy, strange movies are practically synonymous with Halloween, which means there's no better time to gather gang together and dress up as some of his most iconic characters this year. Choose from Beetlejuice, Edward Scissorhands, Jack Skellington, and more.
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Beetlejuice Deluxe Adult Sized Costume
Friends
Could there be a better adult family Halloween costume idea than dressing up as Chandler, Rachel, Monica, Ross, Phoebe, and Joey? Bonus: It's easy to pull together last minute and super low-lift.
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Central Perk Apron
The Lion King
For the parents with a newborn, here's you chance to dress your little one as an Simba and hold him or her up in the air. It doesn't get more adorable than that.
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Lion Ears and Tail Set
Jurassic Park
Your kids will look ferociously cute dressed up as mini dinosaurs, and you can complement them by channeling adventurous paleontologists.
Dr. Ellie Sattler Costume
Peter Pan
Tap into your rebellious side by channeling Peter Pan. As for your other relatives? Someone can be Wendy, another can dress as Captain Hook, or you can gather your kids and dress them as the Lost Boys.
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Adult Classic Peter Pan Costume
Scooby Doo
You'll be ready to solve mysteries in no time when you dress as the instantly recognizable Scooby Doo gang.
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Scooby Doo Group Costume
The Little Mermaid
We don't blame you if you're obsessed with all-things mermaids following the release of the live-action Little Mermaid earlier this year. Be a part of Ariel's world by getting the family to dress up as the Disney Princess herself, Prince Eric, Sebastian, Flounder, and other notable characters.
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Ariel Costume
Disney Princesses
Or you can have a family Halloween costume made up of all the lovable Disney princesses, including Cinderella, Belle, Snow White, and Aurora.
Princess Costume Dress Pretend Play Set
Daisy Jones and the Six
You guys can throw it back to the hippie era and give your best rock band look a go. Key costume essentials include bell bottom jeans, flowy crochet tops, leather jackets, and Aviator sunglasses.
The Weekend Fray Hem Bootcut Jeans
The Flintstones
You're in for a yabba-dabba-doo time when you dress as The Flintstones!
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Fred and Wilma Flintstone Costume Set
The Jetsons
Looking for something a little out of this world? The family of four can channel George, Jane, Judy, and Elroy Jetson. And if you have a pet? Even better, they can be Astro.
Judy Jetson Costume
Frankenstein and Co.
What can be more on-theme than a Frankenstein-inspired group costume?
Frankenstein Costume
Where's Waldo?
Now here's a costume idea that doesn't require much effort. All you'll need is a red and white striped top and a matching beanie, jeans, and round black glasses.
Red and White Striped Men Long Sleeve Shirt Costume
Disney Mascots
Here's your chance to show off your best Mickey Mouse impersonation! Plus, your pint-sized Disney fanatics will get a kick out of dressing up together as the beloved mascots.
2 Pcs Mouse Ears Headbands
The Grinch
The Grinch may try to steal your Christmas spirit, but he most definitely can't steal your spooky spirit during Halloween.
Dr. Seuss The Grinch Who Stole Christmas Matching Family Costume
Clueless
If you're looking for sweet mommy-and-me moment, dressing up as BFFs Cher and Dionne is a no brainer. Wear matching plaid sets and you're bound to be the most stylish trick-or-treaters around.
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Cher Clueless Costume
Peanuts
Make it a Halloween to remember by going as the beloved Peanuts posse. From Charlie Brown and Snoopy to Lucy, Linus, and Peppermint Patty, you won't have trouble finding a character for everyone in your crew.
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Charlie Brown
Schitt's Creek Family
Channeling the Rose's is the perfect opportunity for families to show off their zany personalities.
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Lightning Bolt Sweatshirt
Spice Girls
Get the girls together and channel one of the most iconic girl groups of all time. Now to decide on who's Posh, Sporty, Scary, Ginger, and Baby...
Fever All that Glitters Rule Britannia Costume
Superheroes
Feeling stumped on a family costume idea? A superhero theme will always come to the rescue!
Superhero Capes Set and Wristbands
Aladdin
Aladdin is another Disney classic that serves as family Halloween costume inspiration. There's Aladdin, Princess Jasmine, and Genie of course, but you can also get others to dress as Jafar, Abu, and Rajah.
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Arabian Prince Costume
Astronauts
Are your kids obsessed with outer space? Now's the chance to help them live out their dreams by dressing up as astronauts all together.
Astronaut Costume
Skeleton Family
When in doubt, you can't go wrong with being a skeleton family.
Skeleton Jumpsuit Long Sleeve Onesies
The Incredibles
Ward off any evil on Halloween night by dressing up as the Incredibles. You can all wear matching T-shirts, or if you really want to take it up a notch, you can buy costumes separately.
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Mrs Incredible Costume
Ghosts
In the slight chance you've decided to dress up together last-minute, a ghost costume is simple to DIY and supremely on-theme.
Ghost Costume Pajamas
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