20 Pokémon Costumes for Halloween That Are Super Effective and Super Fun!

If there is one thing we’ll remember about the summer of 2016 is that it belonged to Pokémon Go and the fever it created with Pokémon trainers around the world. While interest in Pokémon Go has slowed down, the same cannot be said about a Pokémon Halloween costume. According to the Seattle Times, Pokémon costumes for adults and Pokémon costumes for kids are expected to be very popular for Halloween.

As long as there are Pokemon games, there will always be demand for great DIY Pokémon costumes. If you’re a Nintendo fan but prefer Super Mario over Pokemon, don’t forget to check out these Super Mario costumes that also feature Luigi, Princess Peach, Yoshi, Toad, Bowser, and the rest of the gang!

Here are 20 costumes that you can make yourself or purchase outright!

1) Be the Poké Ball Pokémon Halloween costume.

20 Pokémon Costumes for Halloween - Be the Poké Ball.
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Nearly everyone has seen an infamous Poké Ball and this red and white Poké Ball costume is easy to make and looks great. If you prefer to buy Pokémon costumes, check out this Poké Ball Costume Dress is available on Amazon.

2) DIY Pokémon Trainer, Pikachu, Charmander, Rattata, and Squirtle Pokémon Costumes.

20 Pokémon Costumes for Halloween - DIY Pokémon Trainer, Pikachu, Charmander, Rattata, and Squirtle Costumes.
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These super quick and easy Halloween costumes could be created with supplies from the thrift store and dollar store. Watch this video tutorial to create your favorite DIY Pokémon costumes for adults.

3) Pikachu Onesie Pokémon costumes.

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The best thing about this Pikachu costume is that it doubles up as a warm and cozy onesie that you’ll want to wear all the time! If you’re looking for Pokémon costumes for kids and adults, this one is perfect for both. No products found. from Amazon.

4) DIY Pokémon Go female trainer costume.

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If you know how to sew or know someone that does, this custom Pokémon Trainer costume is perfect and looks awesome. Watch the video tutorial and here are all the materials you’ll need (more details are available in the video description):

Jacket: White hoodie, red stretch fabric – spandex – 1/4 yard, tailors chalk/pen, pliers

Romper: Tank top & shorts, newspaper, blue stretch fabric – 1 yard, straps – black elastic, circular things of different sizes, white spandex fabric – 1/4 yard, white double fold bias tape – 1″, navy deco fabric, fabric marker

Leggings: Black leggings, blue stretch fabric

Belt: Gray craft foam – 1 sheet, white craft foam – 1 sheet, red felt – 1 sheet, glue gun, stick on velcro

Poke cap: Blue (or black) cap, white spandex fabric, black or blue spandex fabric, yellow foam – 1 sheet

5) Toddler Squirtle Pokémon Halloween costume.

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When it comes to Halloween costumes for kids, It doesn’t get more adorable than this. An adorable Squirtle costume that is easy to make using a light blue hooded and footed pajama. Find out everything you need here to make this cute little Squirtle costume.

6) Teen or Child Squirtle Pokémon Costumes.

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  • REAL POKEMON COSTUME – Help your little one become their favorite tiny turtle Pokemon with this Squirtle jumpsuit and mask set
  • DRESS UP LIKE THE TURTLE POKEMON – Costume features textured flat shell and Squirtle mask to give this outfit an authentic look
  • WORK ON BECOMING A BLASTOISE – This Pokemon costume Squirtle is well made with great detail to really make it look like a squirt turtle
  • AUTHENTIC SQUIRTLE COSTUME POKEMON FOR KIDS – Whether as a Halloween costume or dress-up among friends, this outfit is sure to impress
  • QUALITY COSTUMES FOR HAPPY KIDS – To keep this Squirtle costume kids jumpsuit well maintained, it is recommended that it be hand washed or spot cleaned.

If your child wants to be the elusive but playful Squirtle this Halloween, he/she will love to wear this Pokémon Halloween costume.

7) Pokémon Go Trainer Pokémon Costumes.

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This Pokémon Trainer costume couldn’t be easier to make and you could find most items at a thrift store. Watch this video tutorial to create a Trainer costume or 12 other great DIY Halloween costumes for adults.

8) Jigglypuff costume.

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Next, to Pikachu, Jigglypuff is possibly one of the cutest Pokémon ever. Watch this video tutorial to create this awesome DIY Jigglypuff costume using a sweatshirt and some creating painting skills. If you prefer to buy Pokémon costumes, check out this Jigglypuff Hooded Costume Dress.

9) DIY Ash Ketchum Costume.

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This Ash Ketchum costume uses items you probably have in your closet already and making this Pokémon Ash costume is a cinch. Here is how to make your own DIY Ash Ketchum costume to have you looking great while you catch ’em all!

10) Girls Pikachu costume made with duct tape!

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Look great at your Halloween party with this cute Pikachu costume that doesn’t have you wearing a onesie. Be the cutest Pikachu at the party by making this DIY girl Pikachu costume with duct tape. This is just one of many awesome Pokémon costumes for adults but if you want to buy these accessories instead, No products found. this Pikachu costume kit from Amazon.

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11) Ash Ketchum DIY Costume.

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There are no shortages of Ash Ketchum costumes and it’s also great for a last-minute Halloween costume because this costume is so easy to pull off. This video tutorial shows you how to create an authentic Ash Ketchum costume by using items from your closet and the thrift store. You can also No products found. from Amazon if you don’t have time to make a Pokémon Ash costume.

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12) 5$ Pokémon Card costume.

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Another aspect of Pokémon is trading cards and this costume can be made for less than 5 dollars! What could be simpler? Here is what you need.

13) Pokémon Trainer T-Shirt.

Be a Pokémon Trainer with your own sense of style with this officially licensed Pokémon Trainer T-Shirt. Get it from Amazon.

14) Men’s Charizard costume hoodie.

This men’s Charizard costume looks great because it’s a hoodie and is perfect for fire loving Pokemon fans. Get it from Amazon.

15) DIY Pikachu costume.

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Another great Pikachu costume that is great for Halloween parties or for trick or treating with the kids. Follow these steps to make your own DIY Pikachu costume!

16) Male Ash Ketchum Costume.

Male Ash Ketchum Costume.
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Another great Ash Ketchum costume that is easy to throw together and looks authentic. Get instructions for making this easy DIY Pokémon Ash costume.

17) Team Rocket costumes.

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Team grunt may not be in Pokemon Go but they are a staple of all other Pokemon games. Also, this Team Rocket costume is great for couples because all you need is dark clothes, and the ‘R’ logo could be created with red duct tape. But if you don’t have time to make some, check out these Team Rocket T-shirts for men and women:

18) Brock and Nurse Joy Pokémon costumes for couples.

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This couple’s costume features classic characters and will make any longtime fan stand up with joy. Best of all, it is so easy to make these costumes for adults. Both costumes could be created with items you can find in your closet or any thrift store.

19) Family Pokémon costumes.

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How adorable is this?! Using a combination of DIY costumes, this family is dressed as Pikachu, a Pokémon Ash costume, Misty, and Brock. The Ash costume and all of these costumes for kids can be put together easily. This family is sure to get tons of compliments for their costume choice.

20) DIY Halloween Pikachu costume.

DIY Halloween Pikachu costume.
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Pikachu is the unofficial mascot of the Pokémon world and there are so many ways to dress up as the adorable Pikachu. This costume for kids is super cute and couldn’t be easier to create.

Dressing up as your favorite Pokémon shouldn’t be difficult with a Pokémon Halloween costume. With 151 Pokémon in Pokemon Go and nearly 721 Pokémon in the entire Pokémon world, there is no shortage of ideas to make costumes for adults and kids!

Please share these creative Pokémon costumes for Halloween with your friends and family.

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