Dig This! Here are 25 Groovy '60s Decade Halloween Costumes For Adults

A Halloween costume that has been popular year after year is that of a hippie. The whole hippie rage started in the '60s and tends to define the entire decade. It's a great costume idea for anyone wanting to give tribute to that era. However, there are also many other options that bring to mind the 1960s, which you may want to consider when looking for the best '60s Halloween costume ideas!

With the Flintstones and Sesame Street making their debut in the '60s, there are plenty of fun character costumes. Rock and Roll was going strong with Beatlemania ever-present. Among men, the mop top hairdo was all the rage with the afro as a close second. Neil Armstrong was the first astronaut to touch foot on the moon, making astronaut costumes also a great choice for '60s-inspiration.

Whether you choose to dress as a hippie, astronaut, rocker or baseball player, there are plenty of choices that represent the 1960s. You could even just sport some tie dye, or mop top hair to pay tribute to the decade. And if you are going to a costume party as a couple, there are plenty of great couples choices as well. Here are some of the most creative Halloween costumes inspired by the '60s!

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Best '60s Halloween Costume Ideas

1. Women's Halloween Floral 1960's Hippie Costume Dress, $26.99 on Amazon

Peace, love and flower power, this women's hippie costume is so cute and downright righteous! The dress comes in a variety of different fabric patterns that you can choose from.

2. Disco Sensation Go Go Dancer Dress Costume, $29.24 on Amazon

The flashy style of Go Go boots and a short satiny dress will make you the hit of your Halloween party. This is definitely something to dance about!

3. Rubie's Costume Heroes and Hombres Men's Hippie Shirt And Wig, $17.20 on Amazon

With the afro wig and groovy shirt, you'll look just like a '60s hippie. Just add flip-flops and a peace necklace!

4. The Flintstones Fred Flintstone Costume, $32.82 on Amazon

Straight from Bedrock, this beloved caveman is a fun character to represent. Yabba-Dabba-Do!

5. Classic Women's Flintstones Wilma Costume, $24.99 on Amazon

The styling of this off-the-shoulder dress is pretty impressive from the caveman days. This costume comes with or without the wig.

6. Rubie's Costume Co Women's The Flintstone's Betty Rubble Costume, $18.95 on Amazon

Don't forget about Wilma's sidekick Betty Rubble! You can dress as Betty on your own or go as a threesome with Fred and Wilma.

7. Barbie Doll Vintage Swimsuit in Box Halloween Costume, Women's, $99.99 on Amazon

With the Barbie doll making its debut in the 1960s, it makes perfect sense to think outside the box and go with a Barbie doll costume that is in a box.

8. The Barbie Adult Ken Box, $48.49 on Amazon

Pair up with your favorite Barbie and make this a couple's costume. Who wouldn't want to show up at a costume party as Ken and Barbie?

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9. Smiffys Men's Fab Four Iconic Costume, $34.01 on Amazon

Pay tribute to the Beatles with this iconic costume. It is certain to rock the Halloween party.

10. Men's Adult Astronaut Spaceman Costume Coverall, Neil Armstrong, $32.95 on Amazon

Out of this world fun! An astronaut Halloween costume that pays tribute to Neil Armstrong is a good choice to represent the '60s.

11. 4 Pieces Hippie Costume Set, $23.99 on Amazon

Simply dress in the iconic style of the 1960s with a tie-dye t-shirt, peace sign necklace, headband and round sunglasses.

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1960s Outfits for Halloween

12. 4 Pieces Men Vintage Baseball Costume, $36.99 on Amazon

Baseball was a popular sport in the '60s and this vintage baseball uniform depicts the era well.

13. Floerns Women's Stretchy Elastic Waist Print Boho Mini Skirt, $16.99 on Amazon

Mini skirts were all the rage in the 1960s and this Bohemian-style fabric was also a popular style that girls would go for. Use this skirt as a base to complete a fun look that is memorable for the decade.

14. Classic Scooby-Doo Velma Costume for Women, $34.99 at HalloweenCostumes.com

Do you have a clue who this character is? We'll give you a hint. Scooby Doo came out at the end of the '60s decade and this character was part of the Mystery Machine gang. The answer is Velma—mystery solved!

15. Adult Prestige Cookie Monster Costume, $84.99 on Amazon

In 1966, the Cookie Monster joined the Muppet cast on Sesame Street. Wearing this costume entitles you to eat as many cookies as you want!

16. The Count Adult Sesame Street Costume, $59.99 on Amazon

If you want to give tribute to the '60s but still want to wear something spooky, then The Count is the perfect Sesame Street character for you.

17. Rasta Imposta Brady Bunch Retro TV Show Jan Adult Halloween Costume, $15.99 on Amazon

Brady Bunch was a hit TV show in the '60s. Dress up like the character Jan and show off the cool fashion style of that time period.

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18. Cindy Brady Bunch Hippie 70s TV Show Female Costume Dress Adult, $20.99 on Amazon

As the youngest cast member of The Brady Bunch, Cindy is cute and sweet.

19. Rubie's Costume 60's Revolution Men's Leisure Suit Costume, $37.50 on Amazon

You'll be the talk of the town wearing this popular style of the '60s. The leisure suit was all the rage!

20. Smiffys 1960s Groovy Lady, $27.57 - $56.99 on Amazon

You won't get lost in the crowd with this colorful ensemble!

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60s Costume Ideas

21. Boxing Robe Costume Accessory - Adult Standard Size, Black/Gold - 1 Pc, $28.99 on Amazon

Give tribute to Muhammad Ali who became an Olympic gold medalist in 1960. The gold-trimmed boxing robe makes a flashy accessory.

22. Forum 60's First Lady Jackie Kennedy Costume, $34.99 on Amazon

Give tribute to the former first lady, Jacqueline Kennedy, and her elegant style. This pretty pink suit costume will give you an air of sophistication.

23. Fun Shack Groovy Costumes For Women Retro Halloween 60s Costume For Women, $26.95 on Amazon

You can't go wrong dressing as a flower child to represent the 1960s. This cute little dress just screams fun.

24. Mrs/Mr Potato Head Costume, $58.79 on Amazon

Another popular toy that came out in the '60s is the all-familiar, Mr. Potato Head. This costume is guaranteed to be a hit and get a few laughs.

25. Disguise Adult Cruella Devil Costume, $35.28 on Amazon

The Disney movie, 101 Dalmations, was first released in 1961. The villain, Cruella de Vil, makes a perfect Halloween costume choice.

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