So you want to be a pop queen or rock star for Halloween? We get it, we really do. These iconic musicians live interesting lives, both on stage and off. They get to fly around the world in private jets, perform in front of tens of thousands of adoring fans, and probably sleep on beds made of cash or something. If this is your dream gig, then make it happen! Get yourself a musician Halloween costume and live it up, no talent required. (Well, some of these costumes might take some crafting ability!) Let’s take a tour through the best we have to offer and make you the star of your own Halloween party.
Keep reading or jump to a specific artist or band:
- Taylor Swift
- Sonny and Cher
- Spice Girls
- Elvis
- KISS
- Village People
- Lady Gaga
- Beyonce
- Dolly Parton
- Michael Jackson
- Madonna
- Britney Spears
- Selena
- Freddie Mercury
- Jojo Siwa
- Ariana Grande
- Christina Aguilera
- Ghost
- Salt n Pepa
- Chappell Roan
- Rihanna
- Jimi Hendrix
- MC Hammer
- Willie Nelson
- The Beatles
- Prince
- Pop and Rock Star Accessories
1. Taylor Swift Costume
Taylor Swift Ringmaster Costume
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Taylor Swift's iconic fashion moments have become Halloween costume staples. Our fave is her sequined circus ringmaster costume, which she wore at the 2012 MTV Europe Music Awards. There are so many that we covered her Eras Tour costumes in 2023!
2. Sonny and Cher Costumes
| Cher Costume | Cher Wig |
| Sonny Wig |
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Sonny and Cher's 1970s look is perfect for couples. Cher's long, flowing hair and vibrant, psychedelic outfits, especially with bell-bottomed pants, are a hit. Pair it with Sonny's hippie hairstyle and literally any clothes—from a suit and bowtie or more casual with a fringe vest—and you've nailed their groovy vibe.
3. Spice Girls Costumes
| Scary Spice Costume | Sporty Spice Costume | Baby Spice Costume | Ginger Spice Costume | Posh Spice Costume |
Spice up your Halloween with a Spice Girls costume! Each member's distinct style makes it easy to recreate their look—like Geri Halliwell's Union Jack dress or Mel B's leopard print jumpsuit. These outfits scream '90s pop culture and are instantly recognizable.
4. Elvis Costume
| Elvis "Aloha from Hawaii" Costume | Elvis Wig |
| Elvis Sunglasses |
Elvis Presley's white jumpsuit with a high collar and flared pants is a Halloween classic. Add some aviator sunglasses and a pompadour wig to channel the King of Rock 'n' Roll. This look, especially from his 1973 "Aloha from Hawaii" concert, captures Elvis at his peak.
5. KISS Costumes
| Gene Simmons "The Demon" Costume | Paul Stanley "The Starchild" Costume | "The Spaceman" Costume | "The Catman" Costume |
KISS costumes are all about the face paint and outrageous outfits. Gene Simmons' Demon persona, with the bat wings and dragon boots, is a fan favorite. The black-and-silver armor, paired with his trademark tongue-out expression, makes this an unforgettable costume.
6. Village People Costumes
| Police Officer Costume | Sailor Costume | Construction Worker Costume | Cowboy Costume |
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The Village People offer a group costume with plenty of options. Whether you go as the cop, the sailor, or someone else entirely, these outfits are full of fun and easily recognizable. Their hit "YMCA" ensures you'll be the life of the party.
7. Lady Gaga Costume
Lady Gaga is known for the elaborate, often controversial, dresses that she wears at her concerts, award shows, and events like the MET Gala. The category of Lady Gaga costumes above is more a collection of interesting accessories that you can use to create your own Gaga-esque look! For a ready-to-go look, you could dress as her version of Harley Quinn from the Joker sequel.
8. Beyoncé Costume
Beyoncé has worn plenty of cowboy-inspired looks over the years, like her red, white, and blue "Cowboy Carter" costume. There's also her disco cowboy hat, which inspired us to create this space-themed cowboy costume. You can see more looks in our Beyoncé silver outfit ideas article from 2023!
9. Dolly Parton Costumes
| Pink Dolly Parton Costume | Blue Dolly Parton Costume |
Dolly Parton's signature look—a sparkling, rhinestone-covered outfit with a big blonde wig—is an enduring Halloween favorite. Her 1970s stage outfits, often featuring fringe and sequins, are perfect for capturing the country music icon's larger-than-life persona. These two costume ideas aren't exact copies but are inspired by the range of Dolly's outfits over the years.
10. Michael Jackson Costumes
| Michael Jackson "Thriller" Costume | Michael Jackson "Moonwalker" Costume |
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Michael Jackson's red leather jacket from the "Thriller" music video is a Halloween staple. Complete the look with black pants, white socks, and a fedora to embody the King of Pop. His Moonwalker sequined glove is another classic option.
11. Madonna Costumes
| Madonna "Like a Virgin" Costume | Madonna Blond Ambition Costume |
Madonna's "Like a Virgin" look, with the lace gloves, wedding dress, and "Boy Toy" belt, defined 1980s pop culture. Her cone bra corset from the Blond Ambition Tour is another daring costume choice that pays homage to the Queen of Pop.
12. Britney Spears Costumes
Britney Spears "Baby One More Time" Costume
Britney Spears' schoolgirl outfit from her "...Baby One More Time" music video is an iconic pop culture costume. Or if you're crafty, you could recreate her "Toxic" costume from a retro blue flight attendant costume!
13. Selena Costume
Selena Quintanilla's purple jumpsuit, famously worn during her final concert at the Houston Astrodome, is a beloved costume choice. The shimmering bell bottoms and halter top capture the essence of the Queen of Tejano music.
14. Freddie Mercury Costumes
| Freddie Mercury Yellow Jacket Costume | Freddie Mercury "I Want to Break Free" Costume |
Freddie Mercury's yellow jacket and white pants, worn during Queen's 1986 Wembley concert, is a classic rock costume. (See what we did there?) Pair it with his iconic mustache and you'll be ready to rock any Halloween party. Or you could try the cross-dressing housewife look from Queen's "I Want to Break Free" music video!
15. JoJo Siwa Costumes
| JoJo Siwa Black Jacket Costume | JoJo Siwa "Hold the Drama" Costume | JoJo Siwa "Life is Sweet" Costume | JoJo Siwa "Boomerang" Costume |
JoJo Siwa's bright, colorful outfits and oversized hair bows make for a fun, energetic Halloween costume. Her glittery ensembles are perfect for capturing her upbeat and youthful style.
16. Ariana Grande Costumes
| Ariana Grande "Dangerous Woman" Costume | Ariana Grande Wicked Costume |
Ariana Grande's look from her "Dangerous Woman" video is easy to pull off with this off-the-rack vinyl costume. Or there's her costume from the 2024-5 Wicked films, where she plays Galinda Upland—a character based on Glinda, the Good Witch of the North.
17. Christina Aguilera Costume
Christina Aguilera "Dirrty" Costume
Christina Aguilera's "Dirrty" music video outfit, featuring leather chaps and a bikini top, is a daring and bold costume choice. Aquilera even recreated the look for the 2021 People’s Choice Awards. Does that make it twice as iconic?
18. Ghost Costume
| Ghost Papa Emeritus Costume | Ghost Staff | Ghost Papa Emeritus II Mask |
Ghost's lead singer, Papa Emeritus, is a striking Halloween costume with his skeletal face paint and papal robes. The rest of the band, with their masked identities, also provide a spooky and mysterious group costume idea.
19. Salt-N-Pepa Costume
Salt-N-Pepa's colorful, oversized jackets and gold doorknocker earrings from the "Push It" music video are a quintessential 1980s hip-hop look. Add a gold chain and some retro sneakers to complete the vibe.
20. Chappell Roan Costumes
| Statue of Liberty Costume | Swan Dress | Pink Cowboy Costume | Butterfly Costume |
Chappell Roan's eclectic and vibrant style, with bold colors and vintage-inspired outfits, makes for a unique Halloween costume. While none of these are exact costumes, they provide a foundation for you to DIY your own unique look. After all, Roan's mix of old Hollywood glam and modern pop flair offers plenty of creative options!
21. Rihanna Costume
Rihanna's CFDA Awards sheer, Swarovski crystal-encrusted dress is a daring choice. For Halloween, you can get polyester/spandex version that's missing the crystals—but at a fraction of the price. Complete the look with some pasties and a fake fur stole.
22. Jimi Hendrix Costume
| Jimi Hendrix Jacket | Jimi Hendrix Hat | Jimi Hendrix Scarf |
Jimi Hendrix's flamboyant 1960s style, with his military jacket, psychedelic prints, and wide-brimmed hat, is a rock star costume classic. His Woodstock look, complete with a bandana and fringed vest, is another popular option.
23. MC Hammer Costume
MC Hammer "You Can't Touch This" Costume
MC Hammer's "U Can't Touch This" parachute pants and gold chains are an iconic 1990s costume. The look is all about the oversized, baggy pants and flashy style that defined his hip-hop persona.
24. Willie Nelson Costume
Willie Nelson's signature look—a bandana, braids, and his beat-up guitar, Trigger—is a simple yet effective Halloween costume. Wear some casual clothing and you're ready to embody the legendary country singer-songwriter.
25. The Beatles Costumes
| Yellow and Blue Beatles Costume | Purple and Pink Beatles Costume | Multicolor Beatles Costume |
The Beatles offer plenty of iconic looks for a group costume. Their "Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band" outfits, featuring brightly colored military-style jackets, are instantly recognizable and perfect for capturing their psychedelic era. While these aren't exact matches for the album cover, everyone will get what you're going for!
26. Prince Costume
Prince’s purple velvet suit from the Purple Rain era is one of the most popular and iconic musician costumes. The ruffled white shirt, paired with his signature cane and heels, channels the late pop-funk legend's extravagant and androgynous style. Don a curly wig and eyeliner to complete the look of this musical genius and fashion icon.
27. Pop and Rock Star Accessories
| Microphone Headset Prop | Microphone Prop | Guitar Purse | Inflatable Guitar Prop |
As an encore, let's take a look at accessories. Sometimes a microphone or guitar is enough to complete your transformation into a pop or rock icon. So whether you're dressing as an 80s pop diva, modern singer-songwriter, or a masked rock musician, use these accessories to complete the look!
With so many legendary musicians to choose from, your Halloween costume possibilities are endless. Whether you're picking out a ready-to-wear Jimi Hendrix jacket or DIYing a Chappell Roan-like dress, we'll help you get ready to rock! Tell us all about your costume plans in the comments below and be sure to check out our variety of musician celebrity costumes.
