One of our favourite Halloween costume ideas for our little ones are ghostly ones! Even better, you can find lots of fun and affordable options for toddler ghost costumes out there. Why not go all out and look for ghostly family Halloween costumes? Your little one will love that you match each other!
Perfect for the spooky season, ghost outfits are a simple and effective fancy dress outfit option for parties or trick or treating. Plus, if you get an oversized option it will last them for a couple of years, or it could be passed down to a younger sibling or a family member once they've grown out of it.
Best toddler ghost costumes at a glance:
• Best oversized ghost costume: Spooktacular Creations - Buy on Amazon
• Best for fancy dress: amscan Ghost Dress - Buy on Amazon
• Best comfy costume: Savlot Toddler Ghost Costume - Buy on Amazon
• Best light-up costume: amscan glow-sticks Ghost Costume - Buy on Amazon
• Best ghost costume for cute-factor: Spooktacular Creations unisex boo ghost costume - Buy on Amazon
• Best costume from Ghostbusters: Smiffys Ghostbusters Stay Puft Costume - Buy on Amazon
• Best ghost cape for spooky tassels: White ghost cape with hood and ghostly tassels - Buy on Amazon
• Best ghost costume colour that pops: Pumpkin/ghost poncho - Buy on Amazon
We've put together a list of of our favourite ghost-themed toddler Halloween costumes for your little Casper, and have also included ways you can get creative and make your own, check them out below.
The best toddler ghost costumes 2024
Best oversized ghost costume
If you're looking for an oversized ghost costume, Spooktacular Creations have absolutely nailed it. It is easy to pull on and it has arm holes, allowing them to move freely once it's on. For the perfect finishing touch, a pumpkin bag has been thrown in for trick or treating sweet collection.
One reviewer said: "My 6 year old wanted to be a ghost for Halloween. Okay, Charlie Brown. Hope you don’t get any rocks! But this is a decent quality costume especially for the price. I was just going to cut holes in a white sheet/make my own, but this is one of the rare occasions where buying it premade was somehow cheaper! (Will update to let everyone know if there’s any Reeses for me to steal or not, or if he does indeed only get rocks…)."
Pros
- Durable material
- Includes a pumpkin bag
Cons
- Some users say they had to pin it at the back so child could see through eyeholes
Sizes: | Toddler (3-4), Small (5-7), Medium (8-10), Large (10-12) |
Best for fancy dress
A dress is the way to go for those who may not want a cloak or a cape. This pretty number is suitable for babies as well as toddlers and young children and has iridescent mesh which shines in the light - there's even a little headband to match. How cute!
One reviewer said: "I was looking for a Halloween outfit that wouldn't scare my 2 1/2 year old daughter too much and here it is. A “so cute” little ghost! It is the perfect fit and feels comfortable to wear because the fabric is soft. My daughter adored it."
Pros
- Comfy long sleeves
- Underskirt lining
Cons
- Lack of colour variations
Best comfy Halloween costume
We think this cape looks super comfy and we wish it came in grown-up sizes. Unlike other outfits, this one comes in arrange of different designs, so you could purchase one each for their whole friendship group to wear to a party or nursery. How cute!
**One reviewer said: "**It’s perfect for my 3 year old grandson as it's soft and comfortable with a good fit and it can be worn over coat as it's a good size."
Another reviewer said: "This outfit is really warm and so soft. Looks brilliant too."
Pros
- Various ghost faces to choose from
- Hood attached
Cons
- Size options could be more varied
Sizes: | 1-2, 3-4, 5-6 |
Best light up costume
How cool is this glow in the dark costume? It will be easy to spot in them as your heading off trick or treating in the dark and frankly, we wish it came in adult sizes! It's got no long sleeves so they shouldn't get too hot. Simply pair it with a black t-shirt, some black jeans and shoes and they'll be ready to go.
One reviewer said: "My little boy is 7 but tall. I got him the bigger size, got it as a surprise as id ordered from somewhere else but wasn't sure if it would turn up in time. Did want the devil one but it wasn't available, so got this and my little boy loved it so much he wore this one. Everyone said it was brilliant, and it did glow."
Pros
- Very bright
- Lightweight material
Cons
- Limited size options
Sizes: | 4-6, 6-8, 8-10, 10-12 years |
Best ghost costume for cute-factor
Is this not the cutest littel ghost costume you've ever seen? We think it's perfect for little ones - it's so cute they'll charm all your neighbours and get the most treats! The adorable costume include a plush hood and costume printed with 'boo'. It's soft and safe for delicate skin, and easy to put on and take off with a back opening. It's not recommended to wash in the machine though.
One reviewer said: "Adorable! We mostly wanted the body of this costume so our toddler could be the marshmallow in a family s’more costume, and it was great for that. The ghost hat is cute too! She loved it!"
Pros
- Soft plush material is comfortable to wear
- Easy to layer up for warmth underneath the costume
- Easy to put on and take off with back opening
Cons
- Sponge clean only
Best costume from Ghostbusters
Fans of this 80's classic will adore seeing their tots dress up as the Marshmallow man from Ghostbusters! This is an easy-to-wear all-in-one suit with a self-inflating fan.
One reviewer said: "Very happy with this product. The costumes perfect because it’s in three parts (trousers, top, hat) and we can opt to wear the trousers or not. The size is good and we got a small to suit age 4-6. I was a bit iffy about buying because of the cost, but overall I’m very happy with the quality, size and my son is very happy! This costume doesn’t need to be inflated like others because it has internal stuffing."
Pros
- All-in one suit with trousers, top and hat
- includes a self-inflating fan
Cons
- Comes up a bit small so buy larger size
Best for spooky tassels
We love the extra detail with ghostly tassels that will blow in the wind or when they're running about. This cape is easy to wear over clothes and can be pulled over your child's head easily with button that open at the neck.
One reviewer said: "My boy wanted to be a ghost for Halloween, but is not quite ready for the full on costume sets. This was a great solution. It was also raining, and I could just put it over his clothes! He was very happy. I did buy it on the larger side since my boy is tall!"
Pros
- Can wear over normal clothes to keep warm
- Easy to pull over head as buttons up at neck
Cons
- Some mentioned quality as material is fairly thin
Best ghost costume colour that pops
If your little one doesn't know whether they want to be a pumpkin or a ghost, or if they just want to stand out from the crown with a POP or colour, this Halloween orange and black pumpkin/ghost poncho ticks all the boxes. We like that the bottom edges are frayed for extra spooky movement, and the hood is handy for keeping out the wind while trick-or-treating!
Pros
- Stand out with traditional Halloween colours - orange and black
- Frayed bottom edges for ghostly movement
- Hood keeps them warm
Cons
- No customer reviews
How to make your own toddler ghost costumes
If you prefer to go old-school and make your own costumes, here are some of the bits you may need. It's a great idea to get the kids involved in this process too, although remember to always supervise them!
Materials:
•White single bedsheet
•White t-shirt or long-sleeved top
•White leggings or tights
•White socks
•White trainers
•White hat
•White headband
•White nail varnish
•Face paint
Instructions:
Grab or buy a bedsheet that you're not worried about cutting up or destroying. Measure your little one or put the sheet over their head and use a pen to mark where their arms are and where their feet are.
You may need to cut the bottom of it if it's too long, then cut big circles where their arms would go. Next, draw on a big face at the top with a permanent marker and cut out some eye, nose and mouth holes so that they can breathe and see.
You may have some leftover bedsheet which could be used to make another ghost costume, or you could cut out strips of fabric and sew them onto the arms so that they swish around as they move.
October is a chilly month, so it's worth purchasing a long-sleeve white t-shirt to pop underneath to keep their arms and torso warm. Don't forget some leggings or a pair of thick tights for their legs and a pair of white trainers. You could also finish off with a white hat and some gloves.
To give a floating effect, (this works best at night) use a black top, trousers and shoes.
Best for a bedsheet
A simple single bedsheet is more than enough to create a ghost costume. Just cut some eyes and breathing holes in it and draw and fill in the mouth and eye pieces on with black paint or marker. Depending on the size option you go for, you may be able to get two costumes out of it.
One reviewer said: "It’s more on the satin look/feel side but good quality. The size and flexibility is great and it doesn’t actually feel sweaty despite what I expected when I opened the box. I’m still worried that after a hot summer night I’ll just slide off the bed but we’ve been through the worst heat wave you can expect in the UK so I think we’re good. I would definitely recommend it."
Pros
- Budget friendly
- Affordable price
Cons
- May stain easily
Best for an underlayer
If you're planning on cutting arm holes into the bedsheet, your toddler could wear one of these white long-sleeve tops, as they will not only add to the costume but will keep them that bit warmer as they're trick or treating.
One reviewer said: "I bought this for my son’s nativity play and we decorated it so he could be a cow! So gutted that we had to decorate it/ruin it that I’ve bought 3 more tops for him. They are slightly larger than some of the high street shops which is good for my boy - he’s only 4 but is very tall and is wearing a 5-6 year old and it’s nice and loose and comfy on him, whilst still looking stylish. Would highly recommend."
Pros
- 100 percent cotton
- Machine washable
Cons
- Some say that it may run big
Sizes: | 3-4 - 14-15 years |
Best for tights
Comfortable and soft, these tights
One reviewer said: "These have a lovely fit and worked out great for a Daphne costume for my little one. I was let down by another company, so I ordered from this seller as a back up. What I was most pleased with was that they were dispatched and delivered quickly. In terms of the tights themselves, they held up great to the elements of play etc., and for the price I was happy with them and so was she."
Pros
- Affordable
- Not overly thick
Cons
- May snag
Sizes: | 1-2, 1-3, 3-5, 6-8, 9-11, 12-15 years |
Best for shoes
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They'll be the talk of the playground in these snazzy Nike shoes. They're surprisingly affordable and they can be worn everyday - not just for the costume.
One reviewer said: "I bought these for my 3 year old granddaughter so she could match her mummy's Nike Air Force 1s as they are very similar. She looks incredibly cute in them they were a perfect fit and her new favs she told me Lovely quality and well worth the money"
Pros
- Straps so easy to take on/off
- Two colourway options
Cons
- May show up scuffs
Best for nails
Now for the finishing touch! This nail polish is safe to use on little fingernails and toenails as it's made from mostly natural ingredients including algae, corn and potato. Plus, it's super breathable and has no nasty smell, making it ideal for children with sensory issues.
One reviewer said: "A great product. You need two coats for true matt white. It does the job. Moreover, the varnish is vegan and has very little odour. Plus it dries pretty fast but nothing crazy either. Super interesting price!"
Pros
- Vegan formula
- Fragrance free
Cons
- Not as long lasting as other, more chemical-based varnishes
How to choose a Halloween costume for toddlers
Toddlers and young children may need some help in choosing a costume. If your little one is likely to be scared, it may be worth dressing them up in their usual fancy dress costumes (such as princesses, superheroes, animals etc.). A fun way to select an outfit is to read some Halloween books to them (like Room on the Broom and Spot's Spooky Fun) and let them pick a character from one of them.
Arabella Horspool is a Commercial Content Writer for Mother&Baby at Bauer Media. She's a bookworm who enjoys cooking and spending time with her many pets.