Celebrities Showcase Creative Halloween Costumes in 2026
This year's Halloween saw numerous musicians and actors donning creative costumes, with many paying tribute to iconic figures.
Celebrities embraced Halloween with a variety of imaginative costumes over the weekend, showcasing their creativity and paying homage to iconic figures. Lizzo and Rita Ora both honored the late Dolly Parton, who passed away in August, with Lizzo recreating one of Parton’s glamorous 1970s looks and sharing a heartfelt tribute on Instagram. She expressed her gratitude for Parton’s support during challenging times, stating, "Singing Jolene tonight 4 U @dollyparton."
Harry Styles celebrated his annual ‘Harryween’ tradition with two concerts at Madison Square Garden, initially appearing in an Elvis Presley costume before switching to the outfit he wore for his X Factor audition in 2010. He performed Stevie Wonder’s ‘Isn’t She Lovely,’ humorously recalling his audition days with the line, "I work in a bakery."
Lily Allen took a more self-referential approach, dressing as a Ticketmaster seating map to comment on disappointing ticket sales for her tour, while Janelle Monáe showcased her flair for elaborate costumes at her ‘Wondaween’ event in Los Angeles, transforming into a human-fish hybrid and a monstrous character.
Heidi Klum made headlines with her intricate costume as a giant severed hand, a creation that took six hours to assemble. Keke Palmer and her son Leodis paid tribute to Janet and Michael Jackson’s iconic looks from the ‘Scream’ music video, while Paris Hilton continued her tradition of dressing as Britney Spears, this time recreating a memorable performance from the 2001 MTV Video Music Awards.
Olivia Rodrigo celebrated Halloween during her ‘Unraveled’ tour by dressing as Marie Antoinette, incorporating various thematic elements into her performance. Other artists, including Turnstile and Wolf Alice, also participated in the festivities, showcasing their unique styles and inspirations through their costumes.