25 Scary Halloween Costumes For Your Kiddo That Are Sure to Get an "Ahhh!"

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If you grew up being completely obsessed with horror movies just like I did, you know how important it is to have the scariest Halloween costume on the block. And while I admit that going trick-or-treating as the murderer from Scream four years in a row definitely wasn't the most creative choice, there's no denying I had a boatload of spooky fun going from house to house.

Got a kiddo who's eagerly awaiting the latest slasher flick to come out? Then they're probably game to dress the part on Halloween. Scroll through to get a peek at some seriously spooky costumes that won't set you back a whole lot of dough.

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Howling Horror Child Halloween Costume
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Howling Horror Child Halloween Costume

Eeek! This Howling Horror Child Halloween Costume ($20) is the definition of terrifying.

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Scary Green Bones Skeleton
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Scary Green Bones Skeleton

Although this get-up is nothing short of spooky, at least this Scary Green Bones Skeleton ($24) will make them easy to spot as they trek from house to house.

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Batman Joker Deluxe Costume
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Batman Joker Deluxe Costume

A Batman Joker Deluxe Costume ($23) will send chills straight down your spine.

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Scary Bear Child Halloween Costume
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Scary Bear Child Halloween Costume

A Scary Bear Child Halloween Costume ($39) puts a spooky twist on your favorite childhood toy.

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Zombie Halloween Costume
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Zombie Halloween Costume

Ah! Blood and guts! Your kids will look like an extra in The Walking Dead in this Zombie Halloween Costume ($16).

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Grim Reaper Deluxe Costume
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Grim Reaper Deluxe Costume

A faceless Grim Reaper Deluxe Costume ($17-$25) will make everyone cower in fear.

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Classic Witch Costume
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Classic Witch Costume

An all-black Classic Witch Costume ($13-$20) will make people ask where the brew is.

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Michael Myers Costume
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Michael Myers Costume

This classic Michael Myers Costume ($44-$45) will scare the life out of anyone who lost several night's of sleep thanks to Halloween.

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Killer Clown Costume
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Killer Clown Costume

This Killer Clown Costume ($32) is seriously my worst fear!

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Headless Horseman Costume
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Headless Horseman Costume

Ah! A superscary Headless Horseman Costume ($24) is one heck of an optical illusion.

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Zombie Ninja Costume
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Zombie Ninja Costume

We certainly wouldn't want to cross anyone dressed as this Zombie Ninja Costume ($23-$24).

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Skeleton Jumpsuit
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Skeleton Jumpsuit

They'll look beyond ghoulish in this Skeleton Jumpsuit ($10-$13). Don't forget the face paint!

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Stormtrooper Costume
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Stormtrooper Costume

Every time we catch a glimpse of a kiddo in a Stormtrooper Costume ($16-$21) we jump a little.

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Scary Ghastly Ghoul Costume
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Scary Ghastly Ghoul Costume

We're definitely going to watch our backs if there's a child running around in Scary Ghastly Ghoul Costume ($30). Talk about creepy!

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Swamp Monster Costume
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Swamp Monster Costume

This Swamp Monster Costume ($30) has some serious Creature From the Black Lagoon vibes.

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Zombie Girl Costume
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Zombie Girl Costume

A Zombie Girl Costume ($23) will leave others wondering if she's part of the undead.

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Binse Vampire Costume
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Binse Vampire Costume

There's certainly something sinister about this Binse Vampire Costume ($21).

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Wicked Troll Boys Costume
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Wicked Troll Boys Costume

This chilling Wicked Troll Costume ($36) puts a scary spin on lawn gnomes.

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Ghost Scary Fanny Dress
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Ghost Scary Fanny Dress

A Ghost Scary Fanny Dress ($18) is perfect for mini goblins who are just dipping their toes into the scary costume pond.

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Disguise Story Book Witch Costume
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Disguise Story Book Witch Costume

This colorful Disguise Story Book Witch Costume ($16-$42) is just begging you to cast a spell.

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Ghostly Girl Costume
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Ghostly Girl Costume

This all-white Ghostly Girl Costume ($23) is seriously spooky.

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Vampire Bat Costume
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Vampire Bat Costume

Go the PG route with a Vampire Bat Costume ($21).