21 Halloween Hairstyles for Kids 2025 That Are Cute, Spooky, and So Much Fun
At Halloween, costumes might score all the points but an appropriate Hair style can actually seize an attire and make it memorable. Regardless of what your kiddo is planning to wear, a mischievous cat, a glittering princess or a laughing ghost, clever hairstyle will be a tie to it (and look great in the photos, too). We are going to have the 21 best cutest, fun and downright creative Halloween hairstyles of 2025, (one at each hair type, each mood and in every last moment.) Bonus? Quite a few of them are amazingly simple to come up with at home, no salon necessary. Let’s dive into the magic!
1. Bubble Braids with Pumpkin Spice Vibes
This hairstyle feels like autumn wrapped in a ribbon—literally. The orange braids in the bubble shape tied by small green bows reminds immediately of a sunny pumpkin field. It is fanciful, jovial and has a feeling of delicious, fairy tale movie, which makes any grown-up say aww in an audible voice. This is the Cute and creative Look that could be done in a school party, trick-or-treat stroll.
They are the best bubble braids also on the medium to long length hair, and most of the children have fine to thick. The puffed parts add thickness, the ribbons aid to sustain form through the day. It is also a non-complicated style and seems more complex than what it is- which working mums will enjoy.
2. Glitter Eyeball Braids
Who knew something spooky could be this sparkly? These glitter pigtails with big googly eyes and matching bows are a show stopper with an added twist to that of the traditional Curly hair pigtails. And with a touch of purple and scalp glitter, there is a touch of the fun of costume makeup to bring to the hairstyle itself.
It is an ideal hairstyle on girls with curved black or dark locks capable of keeping a tight braided hair. It is perfect on a high-powered Halloween party since it looks tidy and yet, highly expressive. All you have to do is give it a spray of glitter and you will be fully prepared for a classroom parade or neighborhood block party.
3. Wild Green Monster Hair
This hairstyle of one-eyed green monster is so messy that it is almost living. Volumes are teased and messy, features look like monsters because they are glued directly into the hair, and the emphasis is made on showing your kid a silly, creative part of their personality. It is that kind of wild that makes them excited in seeing themselves in the mirror.
Perfect as a short hairtime saver or in case your kiddo is not the fan of sitting down too long, this hairstyle involves only a few minutes of style time and only some hairspray, backcombing, and a few craft pieces to create a few monsters. An ideal one to have when the toddlers or the little ones are up and about who want something funny and non-burdensome.
4. Pipe Cleaner Pumpkin Bun
The whole thing is slightly sugary sweet and tastes like it just rolled out of some fairytale. The dolls, with their orange pipe-cleaner pumpkin ridges around a neat top knot are genius. Place a curly green stem on top and you have a bun that you can use as a Halloween costume.
It works well on a medium and longer straight hair to give the bun adequate volume. It can easily be done (by wrapping the pipe cleaners around a sock bun or donut base). An excellent choice of toddlers and young girls going to daycare or school parties.
5. Soft-Eyed Mummy Puffs
Talk about Halloween sweetness! The mini puffs are garnished with soft fuzzy mummy eyeballs and tulle bows which gives the entire outfit a soft storybook look. It is ideal entertainment that can be sought by parents who do not want to scare their kids.
It is excellent when it comes to short haired or delicate hair types of small children. There is no pulling or tugging, which explains why this style is so terrifically toddler friendly. It is also among the easier Halloween costumes to assemble clip-in accessories does half of the job!
6. Purple Spiderweb Braids
Now this guy sounds like spider queen in the most entertaining manner. Minute intricate braids are arranged in a web like structure which is completed by a glittery purple spider clip which simply takes away the spotlight. It’s daring and delightful all at once.
The style is best applied to fine and medium short hair- braided hair especially where braiding is tight. It is also amazing that it is easy to last the whole evening of Halloween fun. All you have to do is apply some gel or pomade to counter flyaways.
7. Googly-Eyed Space Buns
The only thing Halloweenish about this hairstyle is its whimsicalness twin buns with huge googly eyes and pink bows as the final cute and yet hysterical touch. It is ideal on children who are childish to appear somewhat uncool but yet are super Cute.
It works best on fine to medium short hair, and requiring some amount of texture. You can use some dry shampoo to create some grips on clean buns. It is an excellent choice of Halloween parties when style is as important as comfort.
8. Skeleton and Spider Braid
The elements of classic Halloweenskeleton and spiderare going to be used in this braid, but the polished effect will add pop to these elements. As for the braid, it is clean and simple so that the bold, spooky accessories can do all the talking.
It can be applied to medium length hair and beyond, and most girls who are into pulled back hair find this style very suitable as it allows them to participate in the fun associated with dressing up as well. It is even more convenient when there is a long Halloween night when one can just change the accessories to go with the costume.
9. Creepy Critter Braids
Oh-so-normal braid, transformed into a Halloween sensation with colorful plastic critters: spiders, skulls and so on. It is a just right conformation of scary and enjoyable and has some shoot of rainbow so as to give it a child-friendly look.
A wonderful fashion of girls and boys who have long hair and which has tight braid. This is one suitable at the school Halloween parties as it wont unstick even after a few minutes play. And the accessories? Reusable year after year!
10. Tall Purple Monster Hair
No in-between, you are either going big or home, and this massive purple monster-like look is legendry. It has the entire hairstyle as a sculpted tower, a vampire face, and is a bragging monster with attitude; it is a head turner (and an invitation to the entire class to laugh).
Suitable to the children who like making a huge statement. A cup or a paper cone base, loads of teasing and purple temporary spray will be required. It works perfectly on boys or girls whose hair is thicker, however, the magic behind it is confidence.
11. Mini Spiderweb Buns
Such cute spiderweb buns are too cute to scare someone. There is a sugary twist to creepy-crawly temptations to the mini braids leading to top knots which are wrapped with cords of purple color and finished with a web clips. It is sort of a Halloween twist to a fairy princess who unfortunately is located in a haunted forest.
The style goes well with girls who have curly hair or fine-type of hair that can be easily parted and folded in a twist. Apply some gel to outline the plaits and hold them in place by bindings using elastics then, decorate them. It is an awesome alternative hairstyle to go trick-or-treat haunting on Halloween, which is Cute and yet costume-worthy.
12. Braided Spider Nest
This braided web pattern will give your child a good spider queen atmosphere. Also delicately applied on top of the head with small plastic spiders hidden inside, it works perfectly dramatic but not a scared monster, and certainly a head-turner.
Most suitable to older children or those who are happy to pass a longer duration under detailed styling. It is effective in medium to long straight hair which takes tight braids. Put it together with black clothing and presto you are II dressed up as a costume.
13. Skeleton Pigtail Parade
Halloween meets pigtails in the most creative way! Clear, well shaped, and distributed braids also emerge below the head as a seductive full beauty of the plastic skeleton climbs on the head. It is creepy, jovial, and actually not too much to assure your little demon is smiling.
It is a great look on long hair and it stays tied on active children since tight braids hold everything together. Add color-coordinated bows for extra fun and flair. It’s perfect for parades, parties, or trick-or-treating.
14. Googly-Eyed Braided Monster
Sick with scary parts and goofy parts, this hair-do turns braids into a monster! Puff bun with oversized eyes transform into something odd, and the dangling strands of the braid make the whole look dramatic but how much. It is the kind of appearance children would laugh at as they look themselves.
It goes best on thick or textural hair and this one is very holding with a lot of small elastics and a good braid foundation. With a couple of googly eyes and a playful attitude, this Halloween classic is only a matter of time to bring to life.
15. Easy Ghost Bead Braids
Need something real simple yet in the spirit, well this ghostbraided design is all that. To bring color and happiness the rainbow beads are included and the stitched ghost clip on the side provides it with the perfect Halloween touch without being frightening.
Most suitable children with long straight hair or that which can be managed easily in form of waves. It is easy to maintain and can be easily personalized by any clip-on decorations. Perfect when you need to make something fast and want it to be a little beautified.
16. Purple Pipe Cleaner Spider
This is a hairstyle that is both cute and completely weird in a lovely way! This top bun visco is turned into a spider looking out with big googly eyes and sporting pipe cleaners as leg. It is a jocularity and this is ideal for kids who are younger in age and who are looking something not scary but funny.
Suits well short hairdresses or toddlers who are not able to remain sitting long to be braided. Simply twist the bun, to put in the googly eyes, and bend the legs. It is a kids party at the preschool or the family vacation photo favorite!
17. Whiskered Cat Buns
Some face paint and two cute little balls on the top of the head do the trick to make this adorable cat style. It is the type of style that takes a plain outfit to a Halloween costume in a matter of minutes.
Performs great on medium to long hair, which should have some amount of texture. Give yourself volume using curling wand or texturizing spray prior to making the knots. Bonus: no additional accessories needed -you can always use a pen to draw nose and whiskers!
18. Troll Hair Magic
This troll hair shot strikes high in the sky right out of the toy box and it is laden with color and attitude. No matter if your child happens to be putting on a Poppy costume or they simply want to dress like a tall and brave girl, this giant pink ponytail is not likely to go unnoticed.
You will require hair cone or bottle base, temporary spray dye and a lot of teasing. Perfect on medium to longer hair where hairspray can be used to create good body. It’s surprisingly comfy and totally unforgettable.
19. Dr. Seuss Bows & Chaos Hair
With its curly craziness and cheerful bows, this hairstyle is a perfect look that, after seeing it, one may almost think that it has jumped out of a Dr. Seuss book. It is entertaining, fun, and it makes your child feel like the object of sensations at the party.
This texture is more suitable with curly or wavy hair and a bit of mousse or gel is good to maintain those cute shapes. This is one sure bet of a costume that is both part clown and part cartoon.
20. Easy Ghost Bows for Toddlers
Thimble size top buns decorated with white ribbon ghost bows–was Halloween ever so sweet? This look is the definition of easy ghost style. It is gentle, quiet, and just right in case a baby or a toddler simply wants to play along.
This works really well on short hair or on fine hair that doesn t take much time to style. Bows take the load and it matches beautifully with a black polka dot dress or a soft onesie. Ideal for photos and gentle Halloween moments.
21. Curly Witchy Braids
There’s something quietly magical about this sweet, braided style. The soft curly hair, the fragile face-framing locks, the basic clips, and softness exude an understated witchy look that is rather adorable than frightful. A small forest sorceress-in-training, peaceful, graceful, and awaiting to do some Halloween spells.
It makes a good choice of further styles on girls with naturally curved or even liberal waves and provides them with not too strong and not too soft control. It is an example of those hairstyles that look more posh than it is with a few minutes: so, you can make this hairdo when you are running late in the morning or Halloween party is a bit less serious.
Want your little one to pave the way to full vampire, furtive feline, or shine like an autumn pumpkin? There is a Halloween hairdo here to guide your way in creating it–no sweating just creepy-cute. Mark your favourites, get some bobby pins and colourful elastics and have a ball. Halloween is over just once per year, but in these styles, the memory is (and photos!) will last much longer.
