It’s Halloween season, and if you live in Tally, you already know that Halloween is THE holiday in town. It’s basically a sport for college students, and you better believe that people go ALL OUT for the occasion. Whether you’re hopping between clubs such as Recess, Potbelly’s, and Bullwinkle’s, or hosting a lit party in your backyard, this list contains some of the best last minute Halloween costumes that are original, cheap, and easy to pull together.
Don’t crash out because you waited until the day before to find a costume. Here’s our list of fun, creative costume ideas that are guaranteed to turn heads and keep the party talking all night.
Group Costumes
Alvin and The Chipmunks
Got three bros? Boom, instant costume. Just grab red, blue, and green tees or sweatshirts, throw a hat on Alvin, and slap some glasses on Simon, and you’re all set. If you’ve got extra time, hit up a store for some yellow or white tape and add the letters to the shirts. Easy, cheap, and lowkey… a girl magnet.
Grown Ups
If you haven’t seen Grown Ups, that’s on you, but it makes for a hilarious group costume. You can literally raid your closet (or your roommate’s) and you’re set. The only prop you really need? A KFC bucket for Eric. Just cut out some eye holes and you’re golden. Anyone who clocks your costume is basically your new best friend.
Inside Out
Who says dudes can’t be in touch with their feelings? Time to prove the Boomers wrong. Round up the boys and each pick an emotion: Joy, Anger, Fear, Ennui, Embarrassment, etc. Costume’s stupid easy: just throw on one color head-to-toe (blue = Sadness, red = Anger, green = Envy, etc.). Wanna go the extra mile? Toss on some quick props (turtleneck, glasses, wig). Too lazy? Just rock the color and slap on a nametag: “Hi, I’m Anger.” Instant win. It’s one of those last minute Halloween costumes that still looks like you planned weeks in advance.
I’m Just Ken
One Ken is never kenough, so squad up and each rock a different Ken from the Barbie movie. It’s all about the Kenergy. Cowboy Ken, Beach Ken, Mojo Dojo Casa House Ken, Gym Bro Ken… just check your closet for board shorts, a cowboy hat, a fur vest, or your workout fit. Easy. And if the girls wanna join, they can pull up as Barbies for the ultimate crossover.
Ninja Turtles
An all-time group classic. The turtles are iconic, badass, and let’s be real… everyone thinks they’re cool. If you plan a few days ahead, Amazon has full-on costumes to lock in the turtle look. But if you’re throwing this together the day before (which, let’s be honest, you probably are), just throw on green tees and buy some colored fabric for the eye masks. Bonus points if you hit a Halloween store for some plastic weapons to really sell the vibe.
Duo Costumes
Barbie & Ken
For a duo costume, keep that Barbie theme vibing. Go as the classic Beach Ken, along with your pretty-in-pink Barbie. Since there are so many different styles of Barbie and Ken, you have a ton of outfits to choose from. Just pick what best matches your closet staples, and you’re all set.
Hercules & Meg – Hercules
Name a more iconic couple. I’ll wait. If your girl’s got a purple dress, she’s basically Meg already. For Hercules, you’ve got options: hit Amazon for a quick toga fit or just DIY it with a cheap white sheet. Toss on a red or brown headband and boom… you’re a Greek god. Don’t be shocked if you and your girl end up snagging “Best Couples Costume” at the party.
Menendez Brothers – Monsters
Thanks to Netflix’s Monsters and TikTok, Lyle and Eric are a go-to costume now. Super easy too. Just throw on a polo or button-down, dress pants with a belt, and some shades. You can even wear a sweater around your shoulders for that “rich kid” vibe. And obviously, you gotta make the TikTok with Blame It on the Rain playing, or it doesn’t count.
Squints & Wendy – The Sandlot
Into the classics? This one’s for you. Squints Palledorous and Wendy Peffercorn are the OG “it couple” (we’re just ignoring the age gap, obviously). Girls just need a red swimsuit or tank, white sunnies, and a red ribbon in their hair. Guys? Easy. Dress like a 12-year-old nerd with glasses. You can even carry around a baseball glove to really sell it.
Wednesday & Tyler – Wednesday
Season 2 just came out, so it’s the perfect time to dress up as Wednesday and Tyler from Tim Burton’s Wednesday Netflix series.
For Wednesday, girls can throw on an all black outfit (black shirt or sweater, black pants or jeans, or black dress), throw their hair into two braids, and they’re done. They can even paint their nails black and carry a fake raven.
For Tyler, guys have two options. To channel season one, start with any brown, tan, gray, or white collared shirt and layer a red apron (Amazon, Target, or borrow from your kitchen). Add a coffee cup or name tag from “Weathervane Café” if you want to be extra. If you want season 2, Tyler, you have an excuse to go shirtless. All you’ll need are dark pants, messy hair, and maybe add fake blood or scratches across your chest. Bonus points if you’re ripped.
Individual Costumes
Adam Sandler
If it’s the day of Halloween and you’re fully lost on what to wear, go as the king of IDGAF style: Adam Sandler. Oversized tee, baggy basketball shorts, long socks, and sneakers. That’s it. The more mismatched the fit, the better, so don’t even try to match colors. If you don’t have the gear, raid your roommate’s closet (or your friend’s if you’re a girl) and you’re instantly Sandler-core.
Clark Kent
Who doesn’t love a good Superman costume? It’s classic, easy, and guaranteed to get you some attention. All you need is a Superman tee under a white button-up with some nerdy glasses to channel full Clark Kent energy. Toss in a little hair gel to slick it back, and boom… you’re the hero of the party. All the girls are bingeing Smallville right now, so trust, they’ll eat this up.
Justin Bieber
This one’s mad simple, and it’s literally the most goated meme of 2025. All you need is a blue hoodie, some shorts, and sneakers or slides. Done. The key is staying in character, so keep dropping “It’s not clocking to you that I’m standing on business, is it?” all night. If you wanna level up, get a buddy to throw on an all black fit and be your “security guard” for max meme accuracy.
The Joker
The Joker is peak Halloween energy and, honestly, one of the easiest costumes to pull off. Toss on any suit you’ve got (purple or orange if you wanna go all in, but black totally works too). The real star is the makeup, and the messier the better. Smudge on some white face paint, sloppy red lipstick, and dark circles around your eyes. It’ll actually look more legit the less effort you put in. Spray your hair green for a final touch, but even without it, you’ll still be serving unhinged villain vibes.
Now You’re Ready to Party
Whether you’re bouncing between Collegetown bars or getting lit at someone’s house party, these last minute costumes will get laughs, pics, and maybe a free drink or two. Or be the cool one and throw a Halloween party at your place. Jackson Properties has Stadium Houses with enough space for your whole frat or sorority, plenty of FREE parking, and (unlike some apartments) no cranky neighbors shutting you down early.
Check out our off-campus rentals and make your house THE party spot this Halloween.
