11 Best Toddler Halloween Costumes For 2024 – Fun, Spooky, And Cute!

As Halloween sneaks around the corner (pun intended!), you might already be thinking about what adorable (but slightly spooky) costume your toddler could wear.

Let’s be honest.

Halloween is one of the best times to dress your little one in something fun, creepy, and memorable. And to take lots of pictures.

If you’re like me, you’re probably looking for something cute, easy, and maybe a little budget-friendly. You can buy the whole costumes on Amazon, but often you can use the clothes you have at home to create beautiful Halloween costumes.

And don’t worry—I’ve got you covered with 11 best toddler Halloween costume ideas for 2024 that will give all the chills (without scaring your toddler too much)!

Why Choose a Spooky Toddler Costume?

First off, you see, Halloween is about embracing the spooky, so why not let your toddler have some fun being part of that too? Plus, there’s something so charming about seeing a little ghost wobbling down the street, basket in hand, yelling, “Trick or treat!”

And did you know that scary costumes are scientifically proven to make toddlers feel empowered? OK, I made that up, but it does sound good?

(I am personally into DIYing and repurposing, but you can also buy whole outfits. I find that the quality is often a bit lacking in Hallween outfits).

So, let’s dive into the 2024 toddler Halloween costume trends that will take the neighborhood by storm, shall we?

1. Mini Vampire

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Who doesn’t love a baby Dracula? You can go classic with a mini cape, fake blood, and a bow tie, or a modern twist with a sparkly vampire (cue Edward Cullen).

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Hair Gel
Dress Shirt & Pants (You can easily reuse) – Or a Vampire Outfit
Vampire teeth
Bat wings
Kid-friendly face paint
Fake Blood

2. Little Werewolf

Think fluffy ears, cute claws, and a plaid or white shirt. It’s the perfect mix of adorable and spooky! And you don’t need to buy a lot.

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Hair Gel
Kid-friendly face paint
Blue Jacket
White Shirt
Black Pants
Brown Boots
Faux Wolf Ears & Tail

3. Tiny Witch

Add a small pointy hat, a black dress, and a mini broom. For a fun twist, use glow-in-the-dark paint on the hat or dress. (And yes, we’ve got some glow-in-the-dark sensory bottle ideas for you too!) PS.: Are you also excited for the upcoming Harry Potter remake?

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Mini Broom (You can also cut a big one or DIY it)
Pointy Hat (Love This Felt DIY)
Witch Dress
Witch Cape
Purple Scarf
Black Shoes

Here is a complete outfit thought I you’ll have a lot in your wardrobe already. Maybe a Black Shirt, Tutu, and a Purple Scarf?

4. Pumpkin

If you love cute pumpkins and you are good at sewing this is perfect and unique.

What You Need

Orange Felt
Green Felt
Orange Fabric
Brown Boots
Sewing Materials

For those of you who have access to coupang there is this cute orange pumpkin hat.

5. Baby Skeleton

This costume is simple and fun. Paint a skeleton design on a black onesie or pajamas. And guess what? You can find glow-in-the-dark fabric paint to make it extra spooky!

What You’ll Need

A Black onesie (Or a Black shirt and Black Pants)
White or Glow In the Dark Paint
Child-Safe Face Paint

6. Mummy

All you need is some white fabric strips or bandages. Plus, it’s a great way to reuse old clothes!

What You Need

White fabric stripes or bandages
Fabric Glue

BTW: Here are some other no sewing Halloween Costume Ideas.

7. Pirate

Ok which little kid didn’t want to be a pirate? (Yes I am still a big One Piece Fan). If you have a black coat at home you might just use everyday clothes plus a pirate hat. The good point you’ll be able to repurpose the clothes.

What You’ll Need

Here is an outfit for a girl and one whole pirate costume for a boy if you are short on time.

Pirat hat
Red scarf
Eye Patch
Plastic Sable
White Gloves + White shirt
Black Coat + Black Pants
Brown Belt

Grab some old clothes, straw, and face paint for this slightly spooky scarecrow. Add some red around the eyes for a haunted touch.

8. Haunted Scarecrow

What You Need

Old Clothes that you can rip up. (Best in browns)
Blue Scarf
A straw hat.
Brown boots
Face Paint
Some extra straw to place in the clothes

9. Black Cat

A simple but classic option—black leggings, a long-sleeve shirt, and cat ears. Easy, comfy, and cute!

What You’ll Need

black leggins
black shirt or black hoodie
Cat ears
Cat tail

10. Frankenstein’s Mini Monster

Get a little green face paint, a stitched-up shirt, and some “bolts” for the neck. Your mini monster will look frightfully adorable.

What You Need

Some fake screws
Green face paint
Black and white clothes
Hair gel

11. Spooky Scientist

Lab coat, glasses, and maybe some green “potions” made from jello or slime will transform your toddler into a mad scientist in no time.

What You’ll Need

Lab coat
glasses
Potions
White pants
Dress Shirt

Here is a doctor outfit you could remodel.

Here are some other Halloween Outfit Ideas

From zombie farmer to cute bear. See what you have in your closet maybe one of the outfits will be easy to make!

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Here are some additional Toddler Halloween Costume Ideas for 2024 that could be popular in 2024, inspired by upcoming movie releases, TV shows, and trends:

Ken and Barbie – Following the 2023 “Barbie” movie hype.
Spider-Gwen – With another Spider-Verse film rumored, Spider-Man variants will be trendy.
Oppenheimer Scientist – A mini version of the iconic scientist from the biopic will be a quirky hit.
Mario and Luigi – Super Mario Bros. remains a fan-favorite after its 2023 film success.
Wednesday Addams – With more Wednesday content likely, this goth look will stick around.
Harry Potter – With the new series on the horizon, wizards and witches will be popular again.
Elsa (Frozen 3) – New Frozen content makes this a safe bet for toddler and kid costumes.
The Little Mermaid – Disney remakes keep Ariel relevant.

Wrap-Up

There you have it—11 of the best toddler Halloween costume ideas for 2024. Whether you’re looking for something adorable or a bit on the scarier side, there’s something here to make your toddler’s Halloween memorable (and let’s be real—it’s all about the photo ops, right?).

Plus, the fun doesn’t stop at costumes. If you’re in need of more Halloween-themed toddler activities, be sure to check out our Halloween Sensory Bins for some additional spooky fun!

And if you’re looking for an easy way to make the night even more exciting, don’t forget to add a few DIY accessories or spooky touches from around the house. The best part? You don’t need to spend a fortune to make this Halloween one to remember!

Happy (and spooky) Halloween!