Halloween falls on a Saturday this year, meaning more time for trick-or-treating, more parties and, for parents, more pressure to get the costume right. But dressing up for spooky season doesn't have to mean spending a small fortune or paying for speedy delivery.
Some of the best-value kids' costumes are in supermarkets, and this year they've pulled out all the stops. Tu at Sainsbury's, George at Asda, F&F at Tesco and M&S have extensive Halloween ranges covering everything from wizards and witches to K-pop Demon Hunters and Disney favourites.
Costumes for every age and budget
There are also adorable skeleton baby grows and pumpkin two-pieces for little ones who can't quite walk yet but can still join in all the fun. Prices are low, with plenty of head-to-toe costumes for less than £15, available from newborns to age 12, so you can kit out siblings in one go.
To save you trawling through aisles and pages of options online, here are the best kids' Halloween costumes from Sainsbury's, M&S, Asda and Tesco this year. Whether your little one wants to be terrifying, adorable or somewhere in between, there's something to suit every budget.
Top picks from Tu, George, M&S and F&F
The Tu Navy Halloween Witch Costume is a classic for a reason - a fuss-free option for trick-or-treating, school dress-up days or Halloween parties. It includes a hat, so you don't need to hunt down accessories separately, and it's machine washable for post-party spills. Sizes range from three to 12 years, making it a good pick if you're dressing siblings to match. It costs £15.
The Tu Green Hooded Fancy Dress Cloak is a Halloween multitasker. Throw it over a costume to add mystery, or wear it over a school uniform for an instant wizard look. You can get a few years' wear out of it before it's outgrown. It's £15.
For kids still obsessed with K-Pop Demon Hunters, the George Halloween K-Pop Demon Hunters Derpy Costume is a two-piece set featuring the film's goofy blue tiger, complete with a mask and tail, plus glow-in-the-dark touches for nighttime trick-or-treating. Touch-and-close fastenings make it easy for smaller kids to get in and out of. It costs £16.
Not every child wants a spooky character, and for only £8, the George Mermaid Fancy Dress Costume is one of the cheapest in the round-up. It's one to keep in the dressing-up box long after Halloween, ready for birthday parties and World Book Day.
Wednesday Addams remains a popular Halloween character, and the George Halloween Wednesday Addams Uniform Fancy Dress Costume features a knee-length skirt, holographic emblem, collar and tie, and touch-and-close fastenings. All you need now is two plaits and a deadpan stare. It's £18.
Baby-friendly options and Disney favourites
For a baby's first Halloween, the M&S Halloween Pumpkin Bodysuit with Hat is made from cotton with a soft lining and poppers on the front and back. It's available in newborn sizes up to two years for £10.
The F&F Baby Pure Cotton Halloween Skeleton Sleepsuit is comfy enough to wear all day on October 31, with poppers at the shoulders for easy changing. At just over £5, it's a total bargain.
Toy Story fans will be ready for infinity and beyond in the Disney Toy Story Buzz Lightyear Costume and Mask Set from Tesco. It includes control panels, wings attached to the back, and a mask to complete the look. At £20, it's the priciest pick on the list but still good value for a Disney costume.
