Outer Space Theme: Costumes

Wearable Accessories

  1. DIY Astronaut Helmets
  • Made from paper bowls, silver spray paint, and foam stickers.
  • Or buy plastic ones and let kids decorate with markers and space stickers.
  1. Alien Headbands
  • Use pipe cleaners, foam balls, and headbands to make wiggly antennae.
  • Let kids pick their alien “species” colors!
  1. Glow Bracelets or Necklaces
  • Instant space bling! Hand them out as kids arrive or use for dance time under black lights.
  1. Jetpack Backpacks
  • DIY with soda bottles, silver duct tape, and tissue paper flames.
  • Strap on with ribbon or elastic bands.
  1. Space Goggles or Visors
  • Decorate clear plastic visors or oversized sunglasses to look like space explorer goggles.

Handheld or Fun Accessories

  1. Moon Rock Collector Bags
  • Small metallic or galaxy-printed drawstring bags kids can fill with candy “moon rocks” or scavenger hunt treasures.
  1. Mini Ray Guns or Bubble Blasters
  • Toy ray guns or space-themed bubble wands for outdoor fun.
  1. Star Charts or Alien ID Cards
  • Give each child a laminated star map or fun “Intergalactic Passport” to stamp at activity stations.
  1. Space Patches or Stickers
  • Custom “Mission Patch” stickers for each kid’s shirt or jetpack.
  • Could say: “Commander [Name], Galaxy Patrol.”

Dress-Up

  1. Astronaut-in-Training Lanyards
  • Lanyards with name badges or call signs: “Captain Emma” / “Pilot Jayden.”
  1. Alien Face Masks
  • Paper or felt masks shaped like aliens, with wacky eyes and glitter.
  1. Galactic Capes
  • Shiny silver or star-print mini capes (you can make them from dollar-store tablecloths!).
  1. Light-Up Rings or Finger Lights
  • Great for nighttime glow fun and perfect in goody bags.

 

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