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Getting the whole crew to agree on a family Halloween costume can be... a challenge to say the least. Someone always wants to be the superhero of the moment or a princess of some sort. But there is nothing quite as fun as dressing up in coordinating outfits for that Halloween party. So, you have to come up with an iconic family halloween costume idea that everyone will enjoy.
Show everyone how creative and cohesive your family can be by opting for an iconic group costume this year. If your family has favorite movies, TV shows, or books, transform those beloved stories into costumes that everyone will adore. Whether it's The Wizard of Oz or Wicked, Inside Out, or Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, these DIY Halloween costumes can be as simple or as detailed as you choose. And if you're short on time, don’t miss these quick last-minute costume ideas that are so easy to pull together.
One great thing about these group costumes is that they can all be easily modified to fit your family size. If you're looking for a cute mother-daughter Halloween costume, dress up as the insanely sweet bubble bath and loofah! If you have a bigger family, a father-son Halloween costume might be Star Wars characters or superheroes. After all, there are plenty of ways to get the whole crew in on the festive fun!
With two Inside Out movies, there's no better time to dress as some of your favorite emotions! Each family can choose a character based on their vibe, like Anxiety, Ennui, and Envy. Then, get creative with their signature looks.
You're off to see the wizard! Anyone who loves the original or the Wicked franchise will love this magical family costume—especially the teeny tiny Tin Man and Flying Monkey pups.
Everyone's favorite duo is back in a big way this year. Why not get the whole family involved for a Hawaiian-inspired group costume. The biggest decision is who is the lucky one to be Stitch!
The classic romantic pairing of Westley and Buttercup is a no-brainer come Halloween. The kids can be a Rodent of Unusual Size, Inigo Montoya, Count Rugan or any other memorable character. As you wish!
This costume is so cute and clever! Plus, since it's the 50th anniversary of Jaws, it's the perfect time to try it. It features a baby shark, its victim, and a lifeguard. If you live by the beach, head over for the perfect photo op.
Enter the prehistoric paradise of Bedrock with a fun and easy DIY Flintstones costume! Go crazy with a little orange wig for Pebbles, and craft the whole family's outfits out of oversized T-shirts.
Unlike typical Alice in Wonderland costumes, this family costume is based on classic illustrations of the characters. Each family member gets to wear a giant playing card, while the kiddos also get to dress up as a walrus and rabbit.
Unleash your Blue Steel look with these fabulous family Zoolander costumes. Whether you're sporting the Mugatu getup or tapping into your inner Hansel, prepare to dazzle everyone with your fabulous fashion choices!
How fun would it be to dress up as characters from one of the most beloved family movie franchises? Take your crew to infinity and beyond with Toy Story character costumes like Woody, Jessie, and Buzz Lightyear. Plus, they’re easy to recreate!
Cinderella will be ready for Halloween in no time thanks to a little help from her mouse friend and Prince Charming. This whimsical costume has options for everyone, including little princesses, princes, and even mice.
You can thank Elton John for inspiring some of the most fabulously fun costumes! This fun twist pays homage to one of his most popular songs, making it a playful choice for everyone.
Whether you have three kids or your family is just made up of three people—this Star Wars themed fit is for you. You may have to fight over your favorite character, though.
It's okay to be a little bad on Halloween. In fact, no one will bat an eye when you go as these recognizable Disney villains. Who needs heroes when you can go as the fun characters?
While you and your partner go as chefs, your pups can transform into a little lobster and butter! They'd also make cute costume ideas for human kids, too.
Your family trio will look incredibly adorable as the Three Blind Mice. You simply need a gray outfit and some sunglasses to start. From there, some easy DIY magic will help you make the mouse ears and tails.
If you're all about '80s rock, get the whole family dressed up as your favorite music genre. Think: cardboard guitars and plenty of shiny, neon outfits to really capture the spirit of the era. Get ready to rock out together!
This fun costume is easy to piece together using a few store-bought pieces plus items your family may already have, like denim overalls, a red shirt, and a pink tutu.
You'll be killing them, Smalls, when your fam goes out and rocks this amazing Sandlot costume. All you'll need are some baseball shirts and accessories for the boys and a swimsuit and cat eye sunglasses for your Wendy Peffercorn.
Feeling metal? This KISS band costume will turn you into just that. Learning how to DIY the T-shirts and apply their iconic makeup is easier than you may think.
Not everyone knows how to sew, which is why this Alice in Wonderland look is so great. Learn how to create these fun characters with items from your closet and easy DIY elements like a clock purse and iron-on ace of spades T-shirt.
Tierney McAfee is a freelance writer and Country Living and The Pioneer Woman contributor who covers entertainment, holiday & entertaining, food & drinks, design ideas, DIY, and more.