40+ Adorable Halloween Costume Ideas for Babies and Toddlers

You're never too young to get in on the Halloween fun (or to have your parents do it for you). We've found darling ideas for our little ones of all ages, from newborns to toddlers.

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September 22, 2023

Dressing up your kiddos for Halloween is just as much for the parents as it is for the child — especially when they're under the age of three. Show off your little one's cuteness with these adorable costumes that are easy to put on and, most importantly, super comfy to wear. Plus, they'll be the perfect addition to their dress-up arsenal well after the ghost and goblin decor comes down.

Best Animal Halloween Costumes for Babies and Toddlers

Lions and skunks and bunnies — oh my! Our littles love all kinds of four-legged and winged creatures, and these costumes are comfy and easy to slip on — making them ideal for the youngest of our crew. They'll be ready for a candy trek in minutes.

Best Character Halloween Costumes for Babies and Toddlers

From blockbuster hits (Hi, Barbie!) to classic picture stories (We'll eat you up, Max. We love you so!), dressing your kiddo up in fun character costumes is sure to be hit with them. Find a costume of your toddler's (or your own!) favorite character from a movie, book or TV show, and hit the neighborhood for some trick-or-treating.

Best Classic Halloween Costumes for Babies and Toddlers

Boo! These classic Halloween costumes never go out of style. Pumpkins, skeletons, witches and ghosts are sure to scare up yummy treats from friends and neighbors. Not only do they work no matter the year, but they also make great hand-me-downs for younger siblings or relatives.

Best Food Halloween Costumes for Babies and Toddlers

When tots are so cute you could eat them up, these are the costumes you need. Turn your little one into a chocolate chip cookie, candy corn or even a cup of boba bubble tea. These yummy treats are guaranteed to come home with a bag full of sweets.

Best Career Halloween Costumes for Babies and Toddlers

We don't want our babies and tots to grow up too fast, but Halloween is the perfect day to live out their potential future dreams. Grab an adorable veterinarian coat for your animal lover, a construction uniform for your kiddo who can't get enough excavators, bulldozers and backhoes, or an astronaut suit to head to the moon.

Best Fairytale and Superhero Costumes for Babies and Toddlers

Dream up whimsical fantasies and action-packed heroes with these playful costumes. You might have to watch out for stray jump-kicks and magical wand glitter, but it'll all be worth it when you're chowing down on their candy after bedtime.

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