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17 Best Hamster Halloween Costume Ideas
These small pet costumes are cute and so affordable.
It says a lot about how beloved Halloween is as a holiday that it's an occasion the entire family gets involved with. Even Halloween costumes for hamsters are popular now. It might seem silly, but think about it: There are costumes for the whole family, couples costumes, dog costumes, and even guinea pig costumes — so why shouldn't hamsters get to participate in the fun as well? The daily ups and downs of work and life can be stressful and difficult, which is exactly why it's important to find joy wherever you can — even if it's in the form of a silly costume for your pet hamster.
The good thing about hamster costumes is that because hamsters are such tiny creatures, the costumes are pretty tiny, too — which means they're often really affordable. And honestly, if you can turn your hamster into a tiny wizard, pirate, or piglet for the price of a couple iced coffees and it will give you laughs and joy for hours on end, then why wouldn't you? If you're looking for the perfect costume for your hamster this season, here are 17 options that are inexpensive, fun, simple, and versatile, too. You really can dress your hamster in these outfits even beyond spooky season.
Cool Prince Costume for Hamster
With these fun accessories, there's no telling what your hamster could be this Halloween. A hip-hop star? A prince? A very, very hip prince? Feel free to get creative!
Pig and Elephant Costume Set for Hamsters
Pig and Elephant Costume Set for Hamsters
There is perhaps nothing more adorable than this pair of tiny, animal-themed costumes for your furry friend. It includes two crocheted hats — a piglet and an elephant — perfect for a dynamic duo or a single hamster who wants to rock multiple looks.
Get the (cow)girl gang together and have your hamsters don these yeehaw-worthy flower hats.
4-Piece Hand Knitted Hamster Hat Set (Frog, Bunny, Rainbow, Carrot)
4-Piece Hand Knitted Hamster Hat Set (Frog, Bunny, Rainbow, Carrot)
Can't decide on just one costume for your hamster? This set comes with four super cute knitted hats for just $10. Choose one for Halloween, and the rest can be used for adorable photoshoots any time of year. How cute would a birthday post be with your little buddy in this party hat?
This one is perfect for fans of Harry Potter (or magic in general!). Plus, it only requires one tiny item to make the whole costume come to life!
Cowboy (or Barbie) Hamster Halloween Costume
Cowboy (or Barbie) Hamster Halloween Costume
Take a cue from the Barbie movie and dress up your hamster as a cowboy (or cowgirl) this season with these adorable, very tiny cowboy hats.
Who says Halloween costumes have to be scary? This flower costume is the most precious thing you'll see all week.
We don't carrot all what anyone says — your hamster deserves to veg out in a costume that's cute enough to eat.
Give your little buddy a costume worth celebrating with this delightful rainbow crocheted hat, complete with a tiny pom-pom on top.
Witch Hat and Halloween Bandana Set for Hamsters
Witch Hat and Halloween Bandana Set for Hamsters
When in doubt, dress up as a witch! It works for humans on Halloween and now it works for hamsters, too!
If your tiny hamster is your angel, try dressing them up in these adorable wings this Halloween.
Alien Costume for Hamster
Make your hamster look like one of the alien toys in Toy Story with this adorable knit alien costume.
Golden Crown and Collar Hamster Costume
Your hamster will feel like royalty on October 31 with this simply adorable crown and collar set.
Jack Sparrow, is that you? This tiny pirate hat is festive, adorable, and creates an entire Halloween costume with just one accessory.
The only thing more amazing than this adorable crab hat? A hamster wearing this crab hat.
Your furry friend might be cute and cuddly as is, but this costume is sure to make everyone say 'awww' when they see your hamster this Halloween!
If your hamster is the apple of your eye, you need to dress them up in this sweet costume for spooky season.
Olivia Muenter is a freelance writer and former fashion and beauty editor who writes about fashion, beauty, lifestyle, relationships, travel, home decor, and more for Woman's Day and beyond. Her work has appeared in Bustle, Refinery 29, Glamour, Byrdie, Apartment Therapy, Philadelphia Magazine, and more. When she's not reading (or talking about reading on Bad on Paper, the bookish podcast she co-hosts), you can find Olivia working on her first novel, curating the perfect playlist, or shopping online.
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