40 Funny Halloween Costumes for 2024 That Are Instant Crowd-Pleasers
LOL-worthy costumes ideas, right this way.
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It's time to get into the spooky spirit. The end of October will be here before we know it, so you're going to want to break out those Halloween decorations and figure out what in the Devil's name your Halloween costume will be. The perfect costume usually takes time and planning because there are just SO. MANY. OPTIONS. Do you wanna go for a '90s-inspired Halloween costume? A traditional scary Halloween costume? Or maybe just a really good Halloween makeup look that'll get the job done. And if you're trying to find the perfect funny Halloween costume, the best place to start is with what actually makes you laugh!
If you feel like going with something lighthearted that’ll make people crack a smile when they see you, we found more than a few ideas that'll do the trick. From ridiculous pun costumes to amazing throwback ideas, here are some A+ funny Halloween costumes to make you (and everyone else) giggle all night long. The best part: Funny Halloween costumes tend to be the simplest and coziest ones, so you won't have to spend much to put it together, AND you'll be toasty warm and comfy all night long. Win-win!
Mr. Bean
The suit! The mole! The face! Dressing up as lovable buffoon Mr. Bean is a sure crowd-pleaser, trust.
Björk
If you don't know Björk's infamous swan dress from the 2001 Academy Awards, pls educate yourself.
Nicole Kidman's AMC Ad
Even in 2024, Nicole Kidman's AMC ad is still everywhere—and all you need to recreate it is a pinstripe suit and ~passion.~
Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift
Need a couples costume? Look no further than Blondie and the guy on the Chiefs. This costume is so high school, and I'm so obsessed.
Queen Elizabeth II
The late Queen Elizabeth will forever be iconique, and you can copy the royal's style with a brightly-colored coat and a pack of corgis.
Mia from The Princess Diaries
Okay, but how clever is this before and after costume from the famous makeover scene??
Tanya from The White Lotus
Here's hoping that—if enough people dress up like Tanya this Halloween—she will come back from the dead for season 3.
Ken from Barbie
Listen, I know everyone is still going to be dressing like Barbie in 2024, but I've personally had Kenough.
Captain Underpants
Throwback to your childhood!! All you need for this one is a red cape and, ya know, a pair of white underpants, so it's super easy, too.
Flamin' Hot Cheetos
Proof that your costume can be both funny and ~flamin' hot~ at the same time.
Dwight Schrute from The Office
Identity theft is not a joke, but this costume sure is funny.
Ted Lasso
The show may be over, but it's always a good idea to dress up as a yassified Ted Lasso.
Rick from Rick and Morty
Why not dress as everyone's favorite mad scientist?
Sexy Patrick Star
You know the meme. Now all you need are the iconic shorts and some fishnets.
Loofah
Get yourself a few tulle skirts and a yellow rubber ducky you can glue to a headband, and you've got yourself a costume, bb.
A T-Rex
The funniest costumes can also be the simplest. What’s not to love about an inflatable T-Rex with tiny arms?
A Goofy Movie
If you're not familiar with A Goofy Movie, I urge you to watch it immediately.
Corinne Sullivan is an Editor at Cosmopolitan, where she covers a variety of beats, including lifestyle, entertainment, relationships, shopping, and more. She can tell you everything you need to know about the love lives of A-listers, the coziest bedsheets, and the sex toys actually worth your $$$. She is also the author of the 2018 novel Indecent. Follow her on Instagram for cute pics of her pup and bébé.
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