The trendiest Halloween costumes ideas of 2026
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Halloween 2026 is right around the corner, and odds are you’re still scrambling to find a costume! This year was filled with some viral moments, making some great options to throw something together.
From popular characters like Shane and Ilya from Heated Rivalry to something a little more niche like a PETA wool protester, we're sure to have something just for you!
Jimothy the Raccoon
We are starting strong with everyone’s favorite raccoon with short spine syndrome. The animal went viral this summer, inspiring merch from plushies and paintings to video game skins.
Bad Bunny’s dancing shrub
@priyamullen1 Introducing 🥁 Benito’s Bush©️ #badbunnypr ♬ Tití Me Preguntó - Bad Bunny
You won't have any trouble standing out this year dressed as Bad Bunny’s background characters to his Emmy Award-winning Super Bowl Halftime performance. Better yet, make it a duo: one as the leafy dancer and one as the Puerto Rican Papi.
Heated Rivalry
@augustsl1ppdaway Me and boyf went to a heated rivalry themed party. Come back after Halloween for part 2. #heatedrivalry #shanehollander #ilyarozanov #costumeideas ♬ All The Things She Said - t.A.T.u.
Arguably one of the most popular couples’ costumes this year will be Heated Rivalry-related. It’s an easy and instantly recognizable costume guaranteed to get you a few compliments!
QVC wig lady
@whatstrending QVC host Toni Brattin went viral after accidentally saying “blow job” instead of “blowout” while describing a wig during a live TV segment. The unexpected slip-up left Brattin visibly stunned and quickly became a viral moment online. #QVC #ViralMoment ♬ original sound - WhatsTrending
In a hilarious slip of the tongue, QVC’s Toni Brattin was promoting wigs when she misspoke the word “blowout” for a NSFW term. Her realization and attempt to save the segment made for great TV.
Erling Haaland
Move aside, Messi, Norway’s Erling Haaland stole the hearts of all World Cup fans this year. Despite not making it to the final games, the blonde footballer’s hilarious memes were everywhere, as many saw his quirky personality and proud Viking heritage setting him apart from other polished professional players.
Viral ‘Feed the Birds’ theater girl
@fiaskill Feed the Birds (posting bc it hadn’t hit tiktok yet ig) DO NOT SEND THIS GIRL HATE, she has a beautiful voice and is clearly a talented performer (also she is 13 so don’t be rude). The birds ate and left zero crumbs #feedthebirds #marypoppins ♬ original sound - fia🫐
When the iconic video of Coco Marshall riffing to Mary Poppins “Feed the Birds” went viral on social media, audiences knew it was bound to be a Halloween hit. Properly nicknamed ‘Mariah Poppins,’ this costume is guaranteed to leave us birdies fed
Nikki from Obsession
One of the year’s biggest blockbusters took over social media. Dress up as the horror movie’s protagonist and make everyone else totally OBSESSED! Props if you bring along a cat plushie or diy your very own One Wish Willow.
The iconic Dolly Parton
The world was devastated to learn that country music legend Dolly Parton passed away. What better way to honor her incredible legacy than to embody her campy, country style that lit up any room?
H&M Fashion show PETA protester
@petauk POV: H&M London Fashion Week show gets crashed over bloody wool cruelty. THREE PETA supporters stormed the runway and demanded that H&M drop wool. Cruelty has no place on the catwalk.
♬ original sound - PETA UK
Protesters for PETA crashed an H&M fashion week show over the brand's use of wool and went viral for out-modeling the professionals in back of her. Some people even thought the incident was part of the show. Regardless, the move was legendary.
Smoke and Stack from Sinners
While the sultry vampire flick was released last year, it’s recently surged in popularity after Universal unveiled its themed Horror Nights haunted house and scare actors. And honestly, we’re due for a rewatch!
Ariana Grande 'Petal' meme
@angelina.pj How many petal costumes will we see at the Ariana Grande concert with VIAGOGO?!!🤭🌼🩷 @viagogo #arianagrande #eternalsunshine #petal #02arena #concerttok ♬ Mozart Turkish March1301 - Stock Inventions
Inspired by promotionals for her “Petal” album, fans are getting creative this year with the pop star’s flower meme. It's a funny take on the TikTok animation that would trigger when the word “petal” was searched.
Punch the Monkey
@v4mp._girlz who likes my costume #punch #punchmonkey #monkey #ikeamonkey #fyp ♬ original sound - charles
The internet fawned over Punch, the baby macaque, and his emotional support stuffed orangutan. Thrown on a simple money onesie for a quick and easy ensemble. This could easily work as a duo or couples costume too.
The Odyssey characters
@br_ndonm Mogysseus #theodyssey #halloween2026 ♬ original sound - juliesdiary
The Christopher Nolan film proved to be a worthy film this year with its star-studded cast and impressive visuals. Whether you're going as Odysseus, Penelope, Agamemnon, or Athena, cinemaphiles will appreciate your tribute to Homer’s epic.