Billboard presents a curated guide to Halloween costume ideas inspired by 2026's viral music moments and pop culture trends. The article highlights that many of this year's most recognisable costume options require minimal effort, drawing inspiration from celebrity moments, TV characters and music industry events that have captured public attention throughout the year.

The costume suggestions span musicians and viral moments to television characters, including:
– Pitbull (bald cap, aviators and suit)
– Charli xcx in "Brat" aesthetic (white tank, dark sunglasses, messy hair)
– Bad Bunny's Super Bowl shrub costume (now available for preorder)
– Nikki from the TV show "Obsession" (red-and-black zebra halter with black bottoms and gold jewellery)
– Sabrina Carpenter "Short n' Sweet" look (ruffled pink babydoll, rhinestone stockings and platforms)
– Rodrigo's third album cover recreation
– Taylor Swift Stevie Nicks tees reference
– Dolly Parton (blonde hair, rhinestones, dramatic lashes)
– Shane Hollander from "Heated Rivalry" (hockey-themed costume, including couples options)
– HUNTR/X costumes (colourful stagewear from a show's demon-hunting characters)