Book Character Halloween Costumes
When it comes to versatility, a book character costume might be one of the best! From knowing your Halloween costume will be recognizable to bringing the magic of reading to life for kids, there are simply endless reasons to slip into character. Our selection of book character Halloween costumes is your place to find all the familiar faces you and yours love.
Shop playful options like kid’s Cat in the Hat costumes, perfect for Dr. Seuss Day school celebrations. Pick up all the classic storybook characters from Red Riding Hood to Peter Pan to turn a new page on games of dress-up. Or dive into Halloween’s storied history of sweet and spooky styles with book character outfits from Edgar Allan Poe to Raggedy Ann! All that and more waits for you and yours to enjoy!
Book Character Costume Ideas
Looking for a few book character costume ideas? You’re on the right page for that! Because we get it. With libraries, bookstores, and your own shelves being as varied as they are, you’re sure to have countless characters bouncing around in your mind. Choosing which kid’s storybook character or band of characters would work best for a group costume can be difficult.
But the following list opens the book to a few of our favorite chapters and how to write a story of your own featuring the characters you love! Read on to discover the perfect Read Across America costume for class celebrations, accessory kits for themed birthday parties, and popular Halloween costumes that stand the test of time.
Harry Potter Halloween Costumes
It didn’t take long to realize classic fairytale witches and wizards wouldn’t be the ones casting spells and riding broomsticks in the Harry Potter series. Kids welcomed us to the Wizarding World where we became Hogwarts students! Our Harry Potter costumes take it a step further, allowing fans to become familiar characters from Harry to Bellatrix. Mix and match House robes with Harry Potter sweaters, wands, and more to create new characters or enjoy a favorite!
Lord of the Rings Halloween Costumes
Speaking of magical worlds, when was the last time you visited Middle Earth? Enjoy the epic adventure of the books and their movie adaptations for Halloween, cosplay, or truly incredible playtimes when you shop our Lord of the Rings costume selection! Assemble a fellowship and become your favorite hobbit, ranger, or clever wizard. Our exclusive Elven robe, licensed costumes, and accessories let you conjure a legendary solo or group look.
Dr. Seuss Halloween Costumes
Now here’s a treat that makes a great trick! Shop Dr. Seuss swag for all games of pretend! Thing 1 and Thing 2 make a thrilling sibling duo while a Cat in the Hat kid’s costume or even one for Mom or Dad is sure to inspire family costumes perfect for Halloween fun. Of course, with Sam I Am, a few silly fish, Horton, and even the Grinch, our Dr. Seuss costume collection will get students, teachers, and every fan ready to rhyme and play the day away!
Pete the Cat Halloween Costumes
There’s no denying it. Both kids and parents agree, Pete is one groovy cat! But if you and yours can’t get enough of Pete with his colorful buttons and calm, cool, collected attitude at story time, Pete Halloween costumes are a must! And while our toddler Pete the Cat costume might seem the most obvious choice, we’ve got sizes for every fan infant to adult! Pair with our exclusive Pete the Cat guitar prop and makeup kit for a look that’s just right!
Halloween Costumes Little Red Riding Hood
Hoping for a look that’s a little eerier? Little Red Riding Hood costumes should do the trick! Wearing Little Red’s cloak for trick-or-treating with a Big Bad Wolf following close, you’ll summon a balanced mix of spooky and sweet! Put together a darling mommy-and-me costume with kid’s wolf costumes and women’s Red Riding Hood costumes. Or mix it up another way with styles of both characters in sizes for infants to adults. Just don’t forget a basket for goodies!
Peter Pan and Tinkerbell Halloween Costumes
Another charming and timeless choice takes us to Neverland for a bit of ageless fun with Peter Pan, Wendy, Tink, and even Captain Hook. Shop our collection of Peter Pan costumes for all the fairy dust needed for liftoff! From our exclusive Fairytale Tink costume to our popular classic Peter Pan outfit, this selection really can give you wings. Shop styles for the whole family or use fairytale story to inspire a darling couples costume you and your partner can believe in.
Carmen Sandiego Halloween Costume
Now here’s one you may have forgotten. Maybe that’s what Ms. Carmen Sandiego would prefer as an international woman of mystery. But we’ve got fans’ backs and a collection of Carmen Sandiego costumes to bring the fascinating character to life! Shop Carmen’s signature red trench coat and hat in sizes from 2T to 4X and shop our uniform costume collection to turn the standout look into a group style that’s sure to impress fans of every Sandiego era!
Raggedy Ann and Andy Halloween Costumes
Last but surely not least are Raggedy Ann and Andy! Raggedy Ann debuted in 1918 and left more than an impression. There are few people who don’t recognize her red yarn hair and pinafore. Our exclusive Raggedy Ann and Andy costumes let fans of every age become the sweet siblings with licensed and inspired styles. Pair with striped tights and makeup kits to perfect the look or summon a twist on the character that fits your Raggedy Ann memories!
