The 36 Best Cat Costumes for Halloween
Updated: Aug. 29, 2021Looking for the pur-fect Halloween cat costume? Check out these fun, hilarious outfits you and your pet will love.
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A kitty Halloween
You’ve seen all the most adorable (and hilarious) dog Halloween costumes, but what about the costumes for our feline friends? If you’re patient enough to get a cat costume on your pet this Halloween, these are some of the most popular Halloween costumes for your kitty. From lions to bats to pirates, all the cutest cats (hey, let’s face it—they’re all cute) will have something to wear around the house (because we know they probably won’t want to trick-or-treat with you). By the way, here’s what vets say you should know before dressing up your pet.
Bread meme cat costume
Remember the meme of the cat with his head through a slice of bread? Recreate it with your cat when you dress them up for Halloween. You could also try with a real slice of bread, but your cat might eat that quickly after you put it on their head. Check out these cheap Halloween costumes for kids to make sure the whole family has a cute costume this year.
Granny cat costume
If your cat is old and grumpy this is the perfect costume for them. Your cat will have their own set of pearls, a purse, and a bun hairdo. For more laughs, don’t miss these funny cat photos everyone needs in their life.
Snail cat costume
If your cat likes to move slowly around the house, dress them up like a snail for Halloween this year. The tentacles attach separately so they will fit perfectly on and feline. You’ll need a costume too! Get inspo with these cheap Halloween costumes for adults that anyone can DIY.
Lion cat costume
When it comes to cat costumes for Halloween, this one is a given. No one will dare cross your cat with this fearsome, yet still adorable, lion mane. Before you force any of these cat costumes on your kitty, check out this advice from vets about what to know before you dress up your pet.
Bat cat costume
This is one of the more versatile cat costumes. With these wings, you can dress your kitty up as a bat, Batman, Batwoman, or a vampire. You’ll instantly love these adorably funny cat and dog photos.
Pirate cat costume
The furriest pirate in the Caribbean sails the seven seas in search of hidden treasure and kitty kibble. Do you know how to decode your cat’s most common behaviors?
Doctor cat costume
Paging Dr. Kitty to the operating room. Make Halloween a family occasion and try one of these incredible group Halloween costumes.
Pizza cat costume
Everyone loves when dogs dress up as hot dogs, so why can’t felines get in on the fun with food-themed cat costumes? Plus, if your kitty’s playmate also wears one of these pizza cat costumes, you’ll make an entire kitty pizza pie! Make everyone laugh this holiday by sharing these hilarious Halloween memes that are just too relatable.
Cowboy cat costume
Make your cat the roughest, toughest cowboy—or should we say cowcat—in the West with this smart outfit. Make sure you save these cat memes to your phone because you’ll laugh at them every time.
Cool cat costume
Your furry friend will definitely be the coolest cat on the block this Halloween with these chic sunglasses. Not to mention, this costume is incredibly easy to put together. If you’re scrambling for a costume, don’t miss these last-minute Halloween costumes that are just so easy.
Sailor cat costume
This sailor outfit is so hilariously cute, you may want to dress up your cat even after Halloween. For even more hilariously cute costumes (for humans), check out these punny Halloween costumes that will show everyone just how witty you are.
Pumpkin cat costume
Of course, no roundup of cat costumes is complete without the most classic pet Halloween costume. It’s the cute, cuddly pumpkin, Charlie Brown!
Princess Leia cat costume
Calling all Star Wars fans! You know your cat is as fully invested as you are every time you pop one of these classics on.
Hot dog cat costume
Oh, hot dog! You get to have a dog on Halloween for a change. Even if it’s the kind with ketchup and mustard. Speaking of ketchup and mustard, see more iconic pairings with these Halloween costume ideas for couples.
Werewolf cat costume
Your cat will be scaring all the other kitties in town—and even the dogs. Make sure your house is looking spooky too with these cheap Halloween decorations everyone will love.
Cow cat costume
Moo-ve over, everyone. We have a winner for the most a-moo-sing cat costume. If creepy is more your thing, don’t miss these scary Halloween costumes that will give you nightmares.
Artist cat costume
We spy the next Frida Kahlo. Or should we say, Frida Catlo? If you want to see more kitty cuteness, check out these cat pictures that will make your day a whole lot better.
Donut and coffee cat costume
The world’s most iconic breakfast pairing is now a cat costume. There’s nothing sweeter.
Ringmaster cat costume
Your cat runs the show in your house anyway, so why not let them run the circus too? Now that your cat is all dressed up, it’s time to get you all situated. Get inspired for this year’s look with the most popular Halloween costumes for any occasion.
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