The 15 Best Baby Halloween Costumes

As a parent, there are only a few years where you have unfettered control. Kids are barely one by the time they start voicing their opinions (at least, my 18-month-old certainly doesn’t hold back when he’s presented with a food or movie he doesn’t want). So when it comes to Halloween and babies, it is one of the few times you get to decide the level of cuteness (or hilarious or scary) you want your kid to be without a fight.

If you’re having a hard time deciding on what you would like your sweet kiddo to be this Halloween, check out this list of some of our most favorite baby costumes out there. Whether you’re looking for a matching infant-and-mom halloween costume, a full family costume, or just a cute newborn costume, we’ve got you covered.

And enjoy your agency this year, moms and dads. Soon you’ll be wading through the sea of change-your-mind-every-minute costumes like the rest of us.

Hanna Andersson last-minute cuteness

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Hanna Andersson
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Last-minute mama? Don’t worry, we are too! The Hanna Andersson Halloween Shop has the cutest selection of last-minute deals and super-easy costumes; just add some accessories — ears, tails, wings, which are also on sale — and your kiddo is set!

Plus, the costumes can double as PJs any other time of the year. And because they come in organic cotton, they are so durable that they’ll work well for next year and beyond if you can pass them down (which is why they call them Hanna-me-downs!). Love every piece of this collection!

Woody

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Target
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Reach for the skies! Toy Story has proved four times over to be chock-full of classic characters kids love. If you have an affinity for this Disney flick, make your little doll one of the iconic characters. Target has everyone from Woody to Buzz to Jessie to Rex, and more!

Narwhal

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Target
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Are unicorns so last year? Consider dressing a little girl or boy as a narwhal. While this creature looks like it should be a mythical being, it totally isn’t — and it makes for a pretty cute and unique costume.

Baby Shark

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Spirit Halloween

By now, Baby Shark must be seared into your brain in the worst way. Lean all the way in with this adorable costume. Not only does it ding the iconic song, it’s actually a pretty great idea for a family costume. Mommy Shark and Baby Shark are sure to get more candy on their route if they travel as a duo.

Hogwarts Student

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Amazon
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Potterheads — can’t decide which HP character your little one should mimic? Considering you likely don’t have any polyjuice potion on hand, this little robe will do quite nicely. Give the toddler a wand to wave around, and they’ll look like a Hogwarts graduate in no time.

Werewolf

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Walmart
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Howl at the moon with this classic, adorable little costume. Though no werewolf has ever looked cuter, this little outfit is the perfect addition to a family costume. Channel Little Red Riding Hood or wear a tattered dress to look like you got mauled by the were-baby. I mean, is it that far off from real life?

Dinosaur Egg

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Pottery Barn Kids

What’s crackin’? Oh nothing, just the cutest costume ever! In a sea of dinosaurs, have your prehistoric cutie stand out with this sweet hatchling costume. Mama can feel free to walk around in an inflatable dinosaur costume for laughs!

Owlette

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Amazon
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Kiddos will stay nice and warm in this cute, fluffy costume. Their look is sure to be a hoot for everyone involved. Plus, they’ll love flapping their wings and they’ll get a kick out of all those colors.

Wonder Woman

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Party City
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Show her what girl power is all about! This little Wonder Woman costume is fierce and adds a sweet note to the classic comic. We’re sure she’ll feel pretty super in this.

Flamingo

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Target
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Look, sometimes kids in baby animal costumes are just cute. You don’t have to love flamingos or have some elaborate backstory. It is just 100% fact that a kid will look dang adorable in this outfit and that’s that.

Tootsie Roll

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Oriental Trading
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Make your newborn good enough to eat with this adorable bunting outfit. Baby will certainly stay toasty-warm and look supercute out and about in this bunting costume.

Robin

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Halloween Express
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Holy cute costume, Batman! This sweet sidekick costume is perfect for a DC-loving family. You can even make this a mommy-infant Halloween costume. Mom can be Catwoman, dad can be Batman, and the dog could even get in on the fun and be Joker!

Baby Hedgehog

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Target
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Your baby can be the cutest little hedgehog! This plush costume is soft, and perfect for when the weather gets a little chilly on Halloween. Match with some tan or brown sweats or tights, and your little one is set!

Cute Condiments

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Etsy
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Moms of multiples, this Halloween costume couldn’t make life any easier. These simple onesies are great for kids who are skipping trick-or-treating but who still want to get a little festive! We love how easy and cute this costume is.

Raccoon

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Walmart
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Listen, is there anything cuter than a baby trash panda? One look at this costume and I think you will have your answer: The answer is no — nothing is cuter than a baby trash panda.

Baby’s first Halloween is a big deal, so make sure to celebrate with decorations, mom-and-newborn Halloween costumes, and family photos.

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