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Trick or treat: 17 firefighter Halloween costumes your family will love

There’s a fire service-inspired costume for everyone on our list, from babies to kids to adults and, yes, even your pets

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Firefighter Halloween costumes have long been a popular choice for both children and adults (and even some cooperative pets!). Most kids think of firefighters as everyday heroes in their communities who face danger to protect others. Each partygoer or trick-or-treater who dons a firefighter-themed uniform is offering symbolic appreciation for the hard work and dedication of those members whose uniforms did not come from the same store where you can buy eggs and milk just one aisle over.

The versatility of firefighter costumes is another reason for their enduring popularity. They are available in a wide range of styles, from realistic and detailed replicas of actual firefighting gear to more playful and whimsical versions for younger children. Some even come with fun accessories like toy axes, fire extinguishers and badges, adding an authentic finishing touch to the look.

As the weather turns cool, now is the perfect time to explore the wide variety of firefighter costumes available. Whether you’re looking for a traditional outfit or something with a modern twist, there are countless options to choose from. Be sure to check out our list of the top firefighter costumes currently on the market to find the perfect one for your Halloween festivities.

Firefighter costumes for babies & toddlers

Is there anything cuter than a newborn in a knitted fire helmet hat? Or a toddler wearing those iconic suspenders? Check out these one-of-a-kind options for the littlest would-be firefighters this fall.

Firefighter costumes for kids

Halloween costumes have come a long way over the years; check out these options for child firefighter Halloween costumes, some of which include a working fire extinguisher-themed squirt bottle and additional accessories.

Firefighter costumes for pets

If you’re planning to include your pet in Halloween festivities, consider promoting Spot to Chief Spot ... well, maybe Assistant Chief Spot.

Firefighter-inspired costumes for adults

Take a break from your normal firefighter costume and try one of these industry-adjacent costumes that are sure to get a good-natured laugh from all.

Rachel Engel is an award-winning journalist and the senior editor of FireRescue1.com and EMS1.com. In addition to her regular editing duties, Engel seeks to tell the heroic, human stories of first responders and the importance of their work. She earned her bachelor’s degree in communications from Cameron University in Lawton, Oklahoma, and began her career as a freelance writer, focusing on government and military issues. Engel joined Lexipol in 2015 and has since reported on issues related to public safety. Engel lives in Wichita, Kansas. She can be reached via email.