Celebs’ Halloween Costumes Are More Inventive Than Ever For 2026

You might think that with all the red carpet events, press junkets, and film and TV appearances, celebs get a little tired of dressing up. But as Halloween has shown year after year, they’re more than willing to immerse themselves fully in the escapism that the holiday’s spooky celebrations call for. Whether they’re taking on classic characters of cinema or turning themselves into creepy creatures — prosthetics and all — your favorite stars are not afraid to go the extra mile to create a memorable moment. And 2026’s best celebrity Halloween costumes prove their commitment to the bit, with hilariously original and classically ghoulish looks alike.

On Tuesday, Oct. 13, Victorious star Victoria Justice kicked off the season with her now-annual Halloween party. Justice first celebrated her “Love Zombie” bash last year at Bar Jubilee, perfectly timed with the release of her single of the same name. This year she brought it back, gathering her crew of fellow actors and influencers to dress in their best bloody, apocalyptic, or undead costumes, her own look complete with a shredded black ensemble and chain-trimmed boots. Justice’s YouTuber sister, Madison Reed, opted to channel one of horror’s most iconic characters, Carrie — complete with a bloodied prom dress and sash.

From there the Kardashian family festivities began with Kim doing a spot-on imitation of her daughter North West, which she posted to Instagram. Never one to skimp on the details with her Halloween looks, Kim channeled her daughter head-to-toe with faux dermal piercings, pin-straight teal blue hair, spiky jewelry, and charm-studded black nails. In the day that followed, Paris Hilton, Keke Palmer, and Lisa Rinna — with her own Kardashian nod — all joined in with equally clever and creative costumes.

But the holiday is only just unfolding, so keep checking back for updates on what your favorite celebs wore for Halloween this year.

Lisa Rinna

For an appearance on Live with Kelly and Mark, Rinna emulated another lip kit icon, Kylie Jenner, decked out in her orange Chrome Hearts look from the Marty Supreme premiere. Michael Gelman filled in as her Timothée Chalamet.

Gabbriette & Quenlin Blackwell

The model duo dressed at Cindy and Brenda (originally played by Anna Faris and Regina Hall), the main characters of Scary Movie — complete with a mini movie recreation.

Keke Palmer

The One of Them Days star paid homage to Janet and Michael Jackson’s “Scream” music video with son Leodis.

Meg Stalter

Never one to play it safe on the carpet, Hacks’ breakout star did a campy take on an astronaut for the the Grindr Pleasure Ball.

Paris Hilton

Hilton channeled Britney Spears for the third time with an “I’m a Slave 4 U” send-up — complete with a python. In past years, the entrepreneur and aughts icon dressed in the pop star’s infamous “Baby One More Time” and “Oops!...I Did It Again” looks.

Chlöe Bailey

“Have Mercy” singer Chlöe Bailey embraced her cartoonish side as Hot Meg from Family Guy, copying the character’s sartorial details almost exactly.

Benito Skinner & Owen Thiele

The Overcompensating and Adults actors showed love for pop princesses Zara Larsson and PinkPantheress, mirroring looks from the “Stateside” music video.

Kim Kardashian

Complete with blue hair, faux facial piercings, punky jewelry, and over-the-top nail art, Kim’s North West costume was spot-on.

Victoria Justice

The “Love Zombie: The Resurrection” party host gave Mad Max vibes in a tattered black top and shorts, chain-trimmed black combat boots, and a single glowing eye.