You Heard It Here: These Are the Top Kids Halloween Costumes This Year
As a parent, the last thing you want to do is wait until the third week in October to bring your excited child to the costume store to peruse the shelves — chances are, there won't be much left. Avoid this Halloween hang-up entirely by getting ahead of the game now. Whether your kid is obsessed with all things Star Wars or likes to stick to the classics, we found 39 options that you're going to see all over this year.
Hermione Granger
Your little girl will cast quite a spell as Harry Potter's Hermione Granger ($16, originally $30).
Violet of The Incredibles
The Incredibles makes for a great family costume, but your little lady will also look supercool as Violet ($29).
Popcorn Box
Pop, pop, pop! Turn your tot into a box of movie theater popcorn ($65). Perfect for cooler climates, it can be worn with cozy leggings and a long-sleeved tee or sweatshirt beneath the costume.
Rubie's Creamy Cookie Costume
Take a bite out of this! Your little guy or gal will be the sweetest guest at the Halloween party in an incredibly detailed Rubie's Creamy Cookie Costume ($17-$25) that's perfect for the youngest trick-or-treaters.
Finn Costume
Help your child be part of the Star Wars fun in this Finn Costume ($13).
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 Rocket
Be everyone's favorite raccoon in the Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 Rocket ($42) costume.
Doc McStuffins
Bring your daughter's favorite TV character to life with this Doc McStuffins costume ($34).
Katniss Everdeen
Get your girl ready for the Quarter Quell in this Hunger Games jumpsuit (starting at $25).
Sand Shark Outfit
If your little one has a sense of humor, they'll love wearing this Sand Shark Outfit ($35).
Baby Bear
Start your own three-ring circus with this charming bear costume ($84) that's made of stretchy fleece. It's available for kids ages 1 through 5.
Monsters University Costume
There's no mistaking what movie this Monsters University Costume ($26) is from.
Blue Stitch Onesie Costume
The Blue Stitch Onesie Costumer ($27-$39) can be worn by teens or adults.
Dustin Henderson T Shirt
This Dustin Henderson t-shirt ($17) is for that Stranger Things fan.
Disney's Descendants
If you have a tween at home, you know that it's all about Disney's Descendants. The offspring of Disney's greatest villains — Maleficent, Evil Queen, Cruella de Vil, and Jafar — make for some pretty spectacular costumes. Top on our list is Mal ($50), the daughter of Maleficent.
Moana Girls Outfit
Let your child go on a Halloween adventure in the Moana Girls Outfit ($13, originally $34).
Adult Short-Sleeved Eleven Costume
Don't forget to get the socks that make this Adult Short-Sleeved Eleven Costume ($40) a hit.
Minion of Despicable Me
This minion costume ($30) puts a tutu spin on the adorable creatures.
Cher From Clueless
If Clueless was your favorite movie, rock this Cher costume ($60).
Handmade Superhero Halloween Costume
It's a bird. It's a plane. It's Super Tot! Prepare your kiddo for a night of crime-fighting this Halloween with this personalized superhero costume ($58).
Katy Perry Left Shark Teen Costume
The Katy Perry Left Shark Teen Costume ($68) is a Super Bowl and Halloween favorite.
Sith Lord
For those on the dark side, this Black Sith Lord cloak ($35) can be worn over anything!
Ice Cream Cone Salesman
This Ice Cream Cone Salesman ($28-$61) costume is extra sweet.
Kids Stranger Things Alphabet Wall T Shirt
This Kids Stranger Things Alphabet Wall T Shirt ($17) is technically a child's size but goes up to size X-large.
Rubie's Costume Pokemon Pikachu
For the lazy Halloween participants, the Rubie's Costume Pokemon Pikachu ($12) hoodie is easy to toss on, and can work for pre-teens as well as teens.
Teen Captain Hook Costume
The Teen Captain Hook Costume ($65) comes with the jacket, vest, trousers, hat, and boot tops.
Preppy Baby Golfer Costume
Fore! Do you have aspirations of your tot becoming the next PGA superstar? You can start living the dream this Halloween by dressing your little one up in this Baby Golfer Costume ($22-$90) — and, yes, golf clubs and bag props are included!
Hatchimals Penguala Toddler Costume
This Hatchimals Penguala Toddler Costume ($28, originally $33) allows a child to become their favorite toy.
Edward Scissorhands Miss Scissorhands
The Edward Scissorhands Miss Scissorhands ($33) costume is for tweens and comes with the dress, sleevelets, gloves, wig, choker, and belt.
Pizza
Because what child doesn't like this cheesy, delicious dish ($30)?
Inflatable Teen Chub Suit Costume
The hysterical Inflatable Teen Chub Suit Costume ($30) comes in six colors.
Little Red Riding Hood
No big bad wolves here! Just an adorable take on an iconic fairy-tale character ($89).
Melissa & Doug Children's Astronaut Costume
Inspire your little one to explore the world beyond in this Melissa & Doug Children's Astronaut Costume ($25, originally $30).
Story Book Witch Costume
The full skirt that comes with this Story Book Witch Costume ($18-$42) makes it a knockout.
Dorothy
To complete this Wizard of Oz costume ($19), dye a pair of shoes red and cover them in glitter.
Harry Potter Deluxe Quidditch Robe
The Harry Potter Deluxe Quidditch Robe ($28) will always be a popular choice.
Infant Strawberry Costume
This supercute Strawberry Costume ($18-$57) is made to hold the fruit's shape.