If you're heading out to a party or planning on trick or treating for Halloween this year, it's the perfect excuse to dress up your little one. Whether you're looking for cute baby Halloween costumes or something a little more evergreen like a Disney Halloween costume, there's no shortage of baby Halloween outfits to choose from.
So if you need costumes for a spooky family photoshoot, are going out for some trick-or-treating, or attending a Halloween party, we’ve scoured the UK for the cutest baby Halloween costumes available this year. As an added bonus, some of these double up as autumn-appropriate outfits, sleepsuits, and fancy dress you can use on other occasions, so you're getting even better value for money (and in the case of the sleepsuits, there'll be no need to wake them when they're tired-out after a night of trick or treating!).
Read on to discover some ghoulishly great baby Halloween outfits, from pumpkin costumes to glow in the dark designs.
Best Baby Halloween Costume overall
www.polarnopyret.co.uk
This pram suit might be more sweet than scary but it's a practical option if you're heading out Trick or Treating on Halloween. Not only will your little cub look the part as a scary bear, but they'll be snug and warm in this teddy fleece pramsuit. If there's a sudden shower, you can be sure they'll stay dry thanks to the clever 100% recycled polyester fabric. The neck to ankle zip makes it easy to get baby in and out, while the chin guard protects their delicate skin so they won't get grizzly.
Best Ghost Halloween costume
tuclothing.sainsburys.co.uk
For a sophisticated take on the ghost theme this Halloween, how about this ghost tutu set? Your little one can look the part in this three piece set which includes a white tutu bodysuit, a bow headband and a pair of tights to keep them warm. It's 100% cotton and available from newborn to 24 months.
Best Toddler Halloween Costume
www.marksandspencer.com
These glow-in-the-dark skeleton pyjamas are available from one year old upwards so are perfect if you're looking for toddler Halloween costumes. We love that they can double up as a Halloween costume and pyjamas so you'll get more use out of them after the night itself. They're made from pure cotton so are soft for your tot's skin and are washable and can be tumble dried. Little (and big) kids will love that they're glow in the dark for extra spookiness while you can have added confidence that they can be seen in the dark!
Best Baby Yoda Halloween Costume
www.johnlewis.com
Halloween costumes for babies don't come much cuter than this Baby Yoda outfit. From the robe with attached hand covers to the headpiece with ears, this is sure to have all the guests coo-ing at any Halloween party. Not only that, but you can reuse it for any other fancy dress party so it can be used more than just for Halloween. It's available in 1-2 years old.
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Best baby pumpkin Halloween costume
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For the classic Halloween look, nothing beats a baby pumpkin! Featuring a cheeky face detail on the front and a round design, your tot will look adorable in this pumpkin outfit. There's even a matching padded hat available to complete the look. It's available in sizes from 2 months to 4 years and can be machine washed at 40.
Best baby pumpkin Halloween costume for girls
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Baby pumpkin Halloween costumes don't come much cuter than this. This sweet as pumpkin pie orange outfit comes with a bodysuit, romper and tights that transforms your little one into the cutest Halloween vegetable. Unlike some baby pumpkin costumes, this is an outfit they could wear throughout the autumn and it's available in a range of sizes from newborn to 24 months.
Best Frankenstein baby Halloween outfit
Transform your little monster into an actual monster with this Frankenstein sleepsuit and hat. Babies and toddlers can stay warm and cosy while they're out trick or treating and there's no need to change them into pyjamas when they get home. It's made from 100% cotton and boasts some adorable features such as a collar and embroidered detailing. It's available from newborn to 24 months.
Best Harry Potter baby Halloween costumes
Perfect for witches and wizards in training and future Hogwarts students, this Harry Potter sleepsuit is ideal for Halloween, but could really be worn year-round if you're a Harry Potter fan. Featuring a cute scarf, badge and Harry Potter logo, it's licensed as official Harry Potter merchandise and is made from 100% cotton for extra comfort.
Best Ghost sleepsuit for babies
www.next.co.uk
This adorable baby sleepsuit is perfect for little babies when you want to get in the mood for Halloween but aren't quite ready to dress them up in full fancy dress. The ghosts are more cute than creepy so it's perfect for wearing at other times of the year when the only thing that's haunting your sleep is your waking baby! It's also available in a sweet pumpkin design.
Best Halloween sleepsuit
babymori.com
This super-soft, super-cute sleepsuit promises a 'boo-tiful night's sleep'. And we can see why. The signature soft bamboo and organic cotton fabric is like being wrapped in a cloud. The clever zip makes night changes a breeze - no fiddly poppers to negotiate at 3am - and the fold over scratch mitts on suits up to 9months will help protect their skin from fingernails. It's available from newborn to 24 months. Pair it with Baby Mori's Purr-fect Paws Halloween jumper if the temperatures drop.
Best eco-friendly baby Halloween costume
organic-zoo.com
For a baby Halloween outfit they can wear long after the night itself, this midnight wrap bodysuit ticks all the right boxes. It's made from organic cotton, and can be mix and matched with the other items from Organic Zoo. Just add a pair of tights or leggings to keep your baby toasty on Halloween.
Best baby batman halloween costume
www.very.co.uk
This baby Batman Halloween costume is a cute option if your tot is a little nocturnal. It includes a printed romper with cape and hat and there's even a matching Robin outfit for siblings! We can see Batman and Robin saving the day this Halloween, and still being home for bedtime. It's available in sizes from 6 months to 3 years and is washable.
Best Dinosaur Halloween costume for babies
This terrifyingly cute baby dinosaur costume is brilliantly detailed, with dino-scales, yellow tie-dye tummy, large claw feet details, a tail and a padded hood with a T-Rex face. If it wasn't for the super soft khaki tie-dye velour we'd be running for cover! It's available in sizes from 6 months to 3 years.
Mum tester Anne Lora absolutely loves the T-Rex Dinosaur onesie: "My 19-month-old wore it to our toddler Halloween party, and he was the hit of the event—everyone thought he looked irresistibly adorable! He stayed perfectly comfortable, moving around as if he were in his usual clothes, which was a big plus. The details on this onesie are fantastic, with a plush beak, claws, and tail that add the cutest finishing touches, and the quality really stands out.
The fabric is lightweight, so we could easily layer him up underneath, which worked out perfectly. After the party, it slipped off effortlessly. He’ll be wearing it again for their Halloween party at nursery, and I know he’ll have a blast in it!"
Halloween costume safety
As with anything your baby or toddler wears, it's important to have safety at the front of your mind. Some Halloween outfits are notoriously flammable or put design and features over safety, so with that in mind there are a few things you should consider when buying a Halloween outfit for your baby or toddler.
Material
Check the labels for the CE mark which means it has passed safety regulations. But whatever the fabric, it's important to keep a particularly close eye on your toddler on Halloween, particularly around candles.
Design features
A mask might look cute on your baby or toddler but be aware of any potential choking risks or items that could be pulled off by little hands and popped in their mouth.
Visibility in the dark
If you're heading out after dark, it's important to be seen, especially for toddlers who might be excited to get to the sweets at the next house. Reflective strips on their costume, glow in the dark features, or carrying a torch can help them to be seen at night.
Can I put make up on my baby for Halloween?
While you probably shouldn't put make up on your newborn, there are some great Halloween face paint ideas for kids that will transform them from super sweet to super scary(ish). If you are putting make up on your baby or child, check the ingredients, use face paints designed for kids, keep it away from their eyes and have baby shampoo to hand to remove it.
Rebecca Lancaster is a Digital Writer for Mother&Baby, drawing on ten years of parenting her two children to help others navigating their own parenting journey. As a freelance writer, she spent ten years working with leading lifestyle brands, from travel companies to food and drink start-ups, and writing everything from hotel reviews to guides to the best British cheeses. She’s particularly interested in travel and introducing her children to the excitement of visiting new places, trying different foods (less successfully) and experiencing different cultures.