Whether it's trick-or-treating or a good old-fashioned Halloween party, everyone knows one of the best ways to spend Halloween is to coordinate a group costume with your friends or family. Half the fun is getting everyone in your group on board and brainstorming ideas! The right group costume can make for an unforgettable Halloween, and you'll surely end up with some great pictures. But with so many options out there, it can be a real struggle to come up with the right ensemble for your group.
Of course, the costumes you'll be looking for will differ depending on context and the different personalities involved. With that in mind, we've compiled this list of group costume ideas sure to inspire any vexed Halloween visionary.
Halloween Costumes For Groups of 3
They say three's company, and — in our opinion — that is especially true when it comes to celebrating Halloween. Trick-or-treating with a trio is the perfect way to guarantee you have loads of fun on Halloween night while making sure you don't have to share your candy with too many people. Here are some of our favorite group costume ideas for three people.
The Sanderson Sisters from Hocus Pocus
If you and your girl gang want to put your unique spin on a quintessential Halloween costume idea, go for the lovable and iconic witches from everyone's favorite Halloween movie: Sarah, Winifred, and Mary Sanderson from Hocus Pocus! Mix and match some Medieval-inspired tops, dresses, and skirts, and pair your DIY look with some classic witchy accessories like brooms and hats, and you'll be well on your way to being the main character at your Halloween party this year! Bonus points if you can find a black cat to follow you around the neighborhood.
Beetlejuice Group Costumes
Grab your Handbook for the Recently Deceased and call on everyone's favorite Bio-Exorcist to make the perfect group costume for your trio. If you and your squad are big fans of Tim Burton's 1988 cult classic film, a Beetlejuice-themed group Halloween costume is an excellent choice. Great for small families or a three-person friend group; the hardest part is going to be deciding who gets to be the ghost with the most. So grab your Adam and Barbara Maitland face masks and don your crispest striped suit; it's... SHOWTIME!
Sonic the Hedgehog Costumes
A nostalgic video game character, a live-action movie star, and the object of many an internet meme... Sonic the Hedgehog is all of these. But where would he be without his foil, Knuckles the Echidna, and trusty sidekick Tails the Fox? When you and your buddies hit the trick-or-treat circuit in our Sonic the Hedgehog costumes, you'll leave your competition in the dust... just keep an eye out for Sonic's number-one nemesis: Doctor Eggman; we hear he's on the hunt for delicious candy in addition to his usual craving for Chaos Emeralds.
Three Musketeers Group Halloween Costume
The Three Musketeers are a classic trio from film and literature, and they also make an excellent choice for a group Halloween costume. Grab your best Renaissance garb, sheath your swords, and get ready to fight for king, country, and candy this Halloween. All for one, and one for all!
Powerpuff Girls Group Costumes
Everyone loves the Powerpuff Girls. They're nostalgic, colorful, adorable, and teach us important lessons about standing up for what's right. When you and your gals dress up as this iconic cartoon trio, you won't be able to stop yourselves from shouting, "Sugar! Spice! And everything nice!" as you spread justice and girl power all over the neighborhood. The best part? Our collection of Powerpuff Girls costumes for kids and adults makes this a great Halloween costume idea for girl groups of all ages.
Halloween Costumes for Groups of 4
If three’s company, then four is... even more company. Four-person group Halloween costume ideas are perfect for small families or pairs of couples who want to make Halloween a double date. Here are some of our favorites.
The Addams Family Group Costumes
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If you and your squad are a bit creepy and kooky, what better way to show off your lovable weirdness than with an Addams Family group costume? Morticia, Gomez, Wednesday, and Pugsley are the perfect guests at any Halloween party; their quirky charms and love of the macabre are right on brand for this fall holiday. Our lineup of Addams Family costumes for kids and adults makes this the perfect Halloween costume idea for groups of all age ranges.
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Group Costume
If you have three friends you're looking to have a great time with this Halloween, it's hard to find reasons not to go out as the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. What other turtles would you even dress up as? Franklin? Get real! That guy's got nothing on Leonardo, Raphael, Donatello, and Michaelangelo. So slip into your shell and shout, "Cowabunga!" When you and your besties rep TMNT this Halloween, no one will be able to deny your turtle power.
Pirate Group Halloween Costume
Whether you're planning to be characters from the Pirates of the Caribbean movie franchise or you'd prefer to wear the rags of some other salty dog, yarr going to want to get your hooks in one of our pirate costumes for kids and adults. When your crew chooses a pirate theme for your group costume, you and your mateys are going to be singing sea shanties all night long. The best thing about pirate costumes is you can pull them out on your next beach vacation... or maybe just the next time you have a bit too much rum.
Justice League Group Costume
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Grab your friends and suit up as everyone's favorite DC Comics supergroup: the Justice League! Now, technically, there are (at least) seven members of the Justice League, but the great thing about these comic book characters is that there are so many to choose from. It's the perfect group Halloween costume idea because everyone can choose their favorite character. Our collection of Justice League costumes for kids and adults also makes this a great idea for a family Halloween costume.
The Wizard of Oz Group Costume
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Show up to your next Halloween party in Technicolor style with a Wizard of Oz group costume. Dorothy, Tin Man, Scarecrow, and the Cowardly Lion are instantly recognizable characters. You can even make this a group costume for five people if you bring a four-legged companion on your stroll down the yellow brick road. Some say cute dogs are the secret to winning costume contests, but you didn't hear that from us. So grab your entourage, link your arms, and head to the Emerald City to make all your Halloween dreams come true.
Halloween Costumes for Groups of 5
Once you start getting into large groups, like those with five or more people, it can be difficult to find a group Halloween costume theme that can accommodate so many people. The best group Halloween costumes for squads of five or more are ones based on movies and TV shows with lots of characters or those that play on classic themes and give everyone a chance to show off their personality. Here are some recommendations.
Vampire Group Halloween Costume
On Halloween, everyone gets to become a creature of the night, and vampires are the perfect choice for folks who want to make the most of spooky season. Vampire costumes always come in a variety of styles — from gothic and scary to sexy and sultry — making them perfect for diverse groups of friends and family who want a group Halloween costume that still allows everyone to show off their unique style. Candy won't be the only thing you're craving when your squad goes for a vampire-themed group costume this year.
Scooby-Doo Group Costume
Halloween is full of ghosts and monsters, which makes it the perfect time to dress up as everyone's favorite monster-hunting squad: Scooby-Doo and the Mystery, Inc. gang! Fred, Daphne, Velma, Shaggy, and the titular Great Dane, Scooby, make for an awesome group Halloween costume theme. You and your friends can DIY it with some authentic retro gear from the thrift store or go for a more "inspired" look by shopping for some 1960s and '70s gear. Hop into the Mystery Machine and get to ghost-hunting — ghouls are taking over the neighborhood!
Ghosts Group Halloween Costume
Speaking of monsters, ghouls, and ghosts, you can't go wrong with this classic Halloween costume theme. Go for an all-white ensemble using whatever aesthetic best fits your style to achieve a uniquely ghostly look, or go for a DIY option and cut eyeholes into bedsheets for one of the easiest group costume ideas ever. Being dead may not have many advantages, but it does mean you can take your time coming up with your next costume idea - you've got all the time in the (under)world.
Pink Ladies (Grease) Group Costume
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If you've taken a pledge to act cool, look cool, and be cool, then a group Halloween costume featuring the Pink Ladies from Grease is the perfect choice for your gang. All you need is a pink silk jacket and some rhinestone-encrusted cat-eye glasses, and you'll be ruling the schoolyard (or just your neighborhood) in no time. Pair the jacket with black jeans or leggings to complete the look. Bring nostalgia for the 1950s wherever your Halloween adventures take you this year, and remember: Think Pink!
Animal-Themed Group Costume
Everyone on the block is going to know Halloween is about to get wild when your gang arrives in animal-themed get-ups. Each member of your group can choose their favorite animal, bug, or sea creature, or you can choose an even more specific theme, like Safari animals or insects. If you choose this theme, just keep a close eye on your trick-or-treat bag; candy poachers run rampant on Halloween night!
Halloween Costumes for Groups of 6
Whether you've got five best friends, three children, or one too many coworkers to try to arrange a group costume for, we know it can be challenging to find a group Halloween costume theme that works for large groups. Luckily, we've got some ideas you can bring to your next department meeting to convince your boss that dressing up as a supervillain will *actually* be good for team morale.
The Smurfs Group Costume
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Turn your neighborhood (or at least your household) into Smurf Village this Halloween with a group costume based on the beloved '80s cartoon! Just think of how totally adorable your squad will be when everyone's decked out in their Smurf suits. Our collection of Smurfs costumes for kids and adults makes this the perfect theme for friend and family groups of all ages. You may have to supply your own Smurfberries, though; it seems the neighbors are fresh out.
Star Wars Group Costume
If you're planning to spend Halloween planet-hopping in search of sweets and epic memories, you can't go wrong with a Star Wars group costume. George Lucas's beloved franchise spans decades of film and generations of characters. So whether you prefer the classic trilogy with Luke Skywalker, Han Solo, and Princess Leia, the prequel trilogy with Anakin, Padmé, and Obi-Wan, or the latest trilogy with Finn, Rey, and Kylo Ren — there's something for everyone in our collection of Star Wars costumes for kids and adults. What are the odds of you and your gang winning this year's costume contest? We'll never tell.
The Flintstones Group Costume
Why reinvent the wheel? The Flintstones surely has some of the best characters when it comes to classic 'toons. This costume theme is perfect for families who want to dress the little ones up as Bam-Bam or Pebbles and grown-ups who want to relive the nostalgia of their favorite TV show from the 1960s. And it really doesn't matter how historically inaccurate Dino is; he's adorable and would be a winning choice for your pet.
Marvel's Avengers Group Costume
Grab five of your best friends and dress up as the iconic Marvel Comics superheroes: Black Widow, Iron Man, Hulk, Thor, and Captain America. Our lineup of Marvel costumes for kids, adults, and even pets means these heroes are the perfect group Halloween costume for the whole family. Keep an eye out for baddies like Red Skull, Ultron, and Thanos as you prowl the streets for the best Halloween party in town. Although... if Thanos is allowed to reduce the population by half, that means more candy to go around. No, you're right; we can't let evil win. Avengers: Assemble!
Willy Wonka Group Halloween Costume
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We have it on good authority that Halloween is Willy Wonka's favorite holiday. It makes sense — what other holiday is full of chocolate and candy around every corner? If you and your six-person squad are looking for a creative and classic group Halloween costume idea, look no further. Each person in your group can dress up as a different character: the eccentric entrepreneur Willy Wonka, the competitive gum-chewing Violet Beauregarde, the sassy Veruca Salt, the aspiring TV star and cowboy Mike Teavee, and, of course, the Oompa Loompas. So grab your Golden Tickets and get ready for a ride down the Chocolate River - this Halloween is going to be sweet.
Halloween Costumes for Groups of 7 (or more!)
We highly recommend gathering six friends or coworkers to assemble a seven-person Halloween costume. Not only will your squad look so intimidating as you stroll down the block that every man, woman, and child will give you all their candy, but it's also a scientifically proven fact (don't look it up, just trust us) that seven is a lucky number and will bring you good fortune on Halloween... you know, besides the extra candy. Anyway, here are some of our favorite group costume ideas for seven people.
Stranger Things Group Costume
Going for a Stranger Things theme for your group Halloween costume is the perfect choice if you have a large group and need lots of characters to work with. Channel some 1980s nostalgia with everyone's favorite characters from the Netflix series, like Nancy, Steve, Robin, Dustin, Mike, Will, Lucas, and Eleven. Watch out for the Demogorgon as you ride through the neighborhood, and if you go to any Halloween parties, make sure to keep an eye on Barb. Even if she vanishes into the Upside Down, you'll still be the best-looking gang in Hawkins this year.
Lord of the Rings Group Costume
Turn your family and/or friends into the legendary heroes from The Lord of the Rings and save Middle-Earth! Or, you know, go bobbing for apples. Whatever works. No matter how you spend Halloween, this is a spectacular costume choice for a large group. With nine members of the Fellowship and even more iconic characters to choose from, you can't go wrong with celebrating one of the most beloved fantasy franchises of all time. Plus, if you've got little ones in your entourage, they make the perfect Hobbits.
Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs Group Costume
Okay, technically, Snow White plus her seven companions make a total of eight people, but we still think this is a good idea for a group costume. It's also a highly customizable option since you and your pals can choose what sort of aesthetic you want your group costume to have. Want to go for a period-appropriate, Renaissance-era look? Mix and match your favorite items to create your own storybook look. Want something more casual and easy to wear to school or around the office? Opt for a solid-colored t-shirt with a black belt and pants to achieve a relatively easy Halloween costume for your group. We'll leave it up to you if you want to add facial hair to your costume.
Killer Klowns from Outer Space Group Costume
The Killer Klowns from Outer Space have landed on Earth just in time to terrorize the neighborhood as it celebrates Halloween. This group costume idea is perfect for friend groups who like their horror movies with a dash of humor. We don't know about you, but if any of these circus freaks showed up on our doorstep, we'd fork over our entire candy stash and hide in a cabinet. No one's hitting us with an acid pie.
Care Bears Group Costume
Care Bears costumes aren't just for kids — they're also the perfect comfy Halloween costume for folks who use the holiday as an excuse to wear pajamas to work or school. Whether you opt for a family costume with matching cozy one-piece pajamas or a DIY option with t-shirts and iron- or pin-on decals, with a little bit of love and care, anything is possible.
Achieve Your Halloween Squad Goals
Pulling off a truly awesome group Halloween costume might be a lot of work, but when you get to look back on all the awesome memories you made, it'll all be worth it. Whether you're celebrating your first Halloween as a family of three or trying to wrangle a larger group of colleagues or team members, we believe the best costumes are the ones you get to share with your friends.
