Spooky season is here, and we all know what that means — it’s time to start planning those Halloween costumes!
Whether your kids want to dress up like their favorite pop-culture icons or you’re looking to save money with something homemade, we’ve rounded up the best of both worlds for Halloween 2025.
Inspired by ideas from Kirsten Swanson of Macaroni KID The Woodlands - Montgomery and the Macaroni KID National Team, we’ve combined trending costumes and easy DIY favorites that will spark creativity, save money, and guarantee smiles on trick-or-treat night.
👩🎤 Trendy Picks for 2025
- Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce — The duo that ruled 2024 isn’t going anywhere! One sparkly concert outfit and one Chiefs jersey are all you need for this fun sibling or best friend costume. Let's showoff our hometown pride!
- Caitlin Clark — Celebrate the basketball phenom with a DIY jersey, sneakers, and a basketball in hand.
- Inside Out 2 Emotions — Joy, Anger, Sadness, or Anxiety — choose your favorite color and coordinate as a family!
- Cowboy Carter (Beyoncé-Inspired) — Grab a bedazzled hat, boots, and some fringe to create this glam Western look.
- Deadpool & Wolverine — For older kids, this dynamic duo is sure to be a hit with comic book fans.
✂️ DIY Favorites That Never Go Out of Style
- Crayons — Colored tees and pants plus a paper cone hat = instant group costume win.
- Farm Animal Crew — Simple ears, cozy clothes, and a little face paint make this a perfect option for families with little ones.
- Superhero Squad — Use old t-shirts to make capes and felt logos. Let the kids design their own hero name and powers!
- The Very Hungry Caterpillar — One of our favorite storybook looks — green clothes, paper circles, and a big imagination.
- Bag of Jellybeans — A clear trash bag, colorful balloons, and a big smile — sweet and simple!
🎃 Tips for a Stress-Free Costume Season
- Shop your closets first! You’d be surprised what you already own.
- Thrift and craft — both budget-friendly and fun.
- Let the kids help. The best part is watching their creativity come alive.
- Think comfort. Choose shoes and layers that make it easy to move, dance, and trick-or-treat.
Halloween is about creativity, connection, and a little bit of chaos — the good kind! Whether your little one is channeling a pop star, athlete, or homemade superhero, the memories you make together will be the real treat.
🕸️ Have a fun or unique costume idea this year? We’d love to see it! Tag us on social media and show off your 2025 Halloween looks.
Adapted from original articles by Kirsten Swanson for Macaroni KID The Woodlands - Montgomery, author of DIY Family Costumes: Affordable & Creative Ideas Using Items from Home and Trending 2024 Kid-Friendly Halloween Costumes: Fun, Creative, & Easy by the Macaroni KID National Team. Written with assistance from ChatGPT.
