With our Halloween stores opening across Canada in early September, we’re counting down the days to Halloween 2023! Have you narrowed down your costume options yet? Here’s our top 15 Halloween costume picks for this year.
The Little Mermaid
Whether you’re looking for the 1989 classic animated Disney’s The Little Mermaid or the new live action film, these character costumes are on point this year! From Ariel to Ursula to King Triton to Prince Eric to any of Ariel’s sisters, the possibilities for single, couple, and friend group costumes are all there.
Barbie
With Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling hitting the big screen this year as the epic couple, Ken and Barbie will no doubt be a top choice for Halloween parties and Trick-or-Treating this year. But you get to choose which specific Barbie career or theme doll you’re going to be! We’re loving the new-in-box Barbie and Ken costumes, not to mention the insanely bright matching neon rollerblade outfits straight from the movie.
Superheroes & Super Villains
Whether you and your little ones are DC or Marvel universe fans, there’s a never-ending variety of superhero (and super villain… and anti-hero) characters to choose from. This year’s Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse has revived classic and new Spider-Man characters (check out the new Ghost-Spider costume). And the Avengers will always be a top pick for Marvel fans, but newer female superheroes (ie. Captain Marvel) and anti-heroes (ie. Black Adam) are a welcome add into the mix.
Indiana Jones
Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny has renewed interest in the daredevil archaeologist. With his signature hat and whip, Indiana Jones is a simple yet exciting costume to pull together. Agility and whipmaster skills not included.
Transformers
The seventh entry in the Transformers franchise hit the screen this summer with Transformers: Rise of the Beasts. The movie franchise based on the Hasbro toys is beloved by children and adults alike, making Bumblebee and Optimus Prime a top pick for Halloween costumes for both younger and older fans.
PAW Patrol
If you have a preschooler at home, chances are you know more about these hero pups than you ever imagined. And that three-year-old likely has dreams of becoming their favourite PAW Patrol pup for Halloween. With PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie hitting theatres on Sept. 29, there’s even more excitement building. From Chase to Marshall to Skye to Everest, there’s a costume in just your kid’s size.
Super Mario
The Super Mario Bros. Movie has bolstered interest in the video game characters even more this year. It’s a great costume for couples or friends to team up as Mario and Princess Peach or Mario and Luigi, or even a group costume, adding in Yoshi, Bowser, and Wario.
Other top video game character costumes include Minecraft and Apex Legends.
Wednesday Addams
Whether you’re a fan of the hugely popular Netflix series or just a goth at heart, there’s something stylish and eye-catching about Wednesday Addams’ new costumes this Halloween. Her black striped Nevermore uniform and tulle dance dress are both stunning choices, paired with the perfect black wig, dark makeup, and accessories.
Avatar
The new Avatar sequel costumes have amazing detail — and they pop even more when paired with blue body paint and makeup detailing. Add accessories to finish the look.
Skeleton
Dressed up or down, this classic costume choice never goes out of style. Add a splash of colour to your typical black-and-white skeleton costume, or accessorize it with a cape, wings, or jewelry. There’s even a fun glow-in-the-dark version.
Rainbow High
With the popularity of the Netflix series and stunning fashion dolls, Rainbow High will be a top pick among the 6-9 year old crowd. The monochromatic styles of each character make them uniquely beautiful. Our favourites include Jade Hunter, Violet Willow, and Skyler Bradshaw.
Star Wars
The original trilogy, The Mandalorian, or Obi-Wan Kenobi. There are a variety of classic and newer Star Wars characters to base your costume on. We love it when the whole family teams up on this one, because there’s nothing cuter than a “Baby Yoda” toddler or Ewok puppy.
Funny Ride-On & Inflatable Costumes
With so many different inflatable and ride-on costumes to choose from, you’ll be able to find a costume that’s original and fun. A few of our new favourites: the inflatable Pilsbury Doughboy costume and sloth hugger inflatable costume.
The Classics
Dinosaurs & Dragons
For fans of Jurassic World or fantasy, dinosaur and dragon costumes are a top pick! We love the inflatable light-up ride-on raptor costume, and inflatable ride-on fire dragon costume.
Halloween Alley is proud to be 100% Canadian owned and operated. Our many store locations across Canada open for the season in early September. Shop in-store or online, where you can find the perfect costumes, accessories and decorations to make this Halloween one for the books.
