World Book Day Costumes

A thrilling chapter in the school calendar, World Book Day is an annual one-day-festival for children around the globe to celebrate authors, illustrators, books, and the pleasures of reading with their friends, family, and teachers. Get your child, or even yourself ready for this fun, and educational occasion. From the magical nanny, Mary Poppins, to the mischievous school boy, Horrid Henry and the stripey red and white man, Where's Wally. We've got you covered. Check them all out here.

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Trending World Book Day Costumes

Check out some of our trending World Book Day Costume ideas for 2024! 

Kids Piglet Animal Costume
Kids Piglet Animal Costume
Kids Piglet Animal Costume
Kids Piglet Animal Costume
Kids Piglet Animal Costume
Kids Piglet Animal Costume

Kids Piglet Animal Costume

£26.99
Womens Red and White Striped Tights
Womens Red and White Striped Tights

Womens Red and White Striped Tights

£7.99
Economy Clown Wig in BLUE
Economy Clown Wig in BLUE
Economy Clown Wig in BLUE
Economy Clown Wig in BLUE

Economy Clown Wig in BLUE

£9.99
Womens Plus Size Wizard of Oz Costume Dorothy
Womens Plus Size Wizard of Oz Costume Dorothy

Womens Plus Size Wizard of Oz Costume Dorothy

£34.99
Snazaroo Grey Face Paint
Snazaroo Grey Face Paint

Snazaroo Grey Face Paint

£7.99
Kids George Peppa Pig Costume
Kids George Peppa Pig Costume

Kids George Peppa Pig Costume

£14.99
Kids Harry Potter Gryffindor Robe
Kids Harry Potter Gryffindor Robe

Kids Harry Potter Gryffindor Robe

£17.99
Snazaroo Yellow Face Paint
Snazaroo Yellow Face Paint

Snazaroo Yellow Face Paint

£7.99
Purple Hair Spray
Purple Hair Spray

Purple Hair Spray

£4.99
Girls Bo Peep Toy Story Costume
Girls Bo Peep Toy Story Costume - Joke.co.uk
Girls Bo Peep Toy Story Costume
Girls Bo Peep Toy Story Costume
Girls Bo Peep Toy Story Costume - Joke.co.uk
Girls Bo Peep Toy Story Costume

Girls Bo Peep Toy Story Costume

£16.99
Snazaroo Dark Brown Face Paint
Snazaroo Dark Brown Face Paint

Snazaroo Dark Brown Face Paint

£7.99

David Walliams favourites

Dress up as your favourite book characters this World Book Day, all inspired by the best-selling kids author and comedian, David Walliams.

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Teacher's World Book Day Costumes

Impress your pupils with a character look that'll spark their imagination. Dressing up as a teacher is always a lot of fun! Check out our full collection of teacher's costumes.

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Costumes for Teachers

Impress your pupils with a character look that'll spark their imagination. Dressing up as a teacher is always a lot of fun! Check out our full collection of teacher's costumes.

SHOP TEACHERS WORLD BOOK DAY COSTUMES

Disney Costumes

Disney costumes are popular every World Book Day! Choose from classic characters such as Cinderella, Buzz Lightyear and Princess Jasmine, or transform into the latest Disney sensation.

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Disney Costumes

Disney costumes are popular every World Book Day! Choose from classic characters such as Cinderella, Buzz Lightyear and Princess Jasmine, or transform into the latest Disney sensation.

SHOP DISNEY COSTUMES

Other popular book costume themes

From Harry Potter and the Little Red Riding Hood, to The Wizard of Oz and The Mad Hatter, we've got something for everyone! Check out some of our most popular World Book Day fancy dress themes. 

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Harry Potter

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Mary Poppins

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Crayons

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The Mad Hatter

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The Wizard of Oz

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Where's Wally

Our Top Picks for Teachers

Join in with your pupils this March with our range of fun Teachers World Book Day Costumes.

Adult Monkey Costume
Adult Monkey Costume
Adult Monkey Costume
Adult Monkey Costume
Adult Monkey Costume
Adult Monkey Costume

Adult Monkey Costume

£34.99
Adult Elephant Suit Animal Costume
Adult Elephant Suit Animal Costume
Adult Elephant Suit Animal Costume
Adult Elephant Suit Animal Costume
Adult Elephant Suit Animal Costume
Adult Elephant Suit Animal Costume
Adult Elephant Suit Animal Costume
Adult Elephant Suit Animal Costume
Adult Elephant Suit Animal Costume
Adult Elephant Suit Animal Costume

Adult Elephant Suit Animal Costume

£44.99
Adult Parrot Costume - Joke.co.uk
Adult Parrot Costume - Joke.co.uk

Adult Parrot Costume

£54.99
Adult Georgie The Giraffe Costume
Adult Georgie The Giraffe Costume
Adult Georgie The Giraffe Costume
Adult Georgie The Giraffe Costume
Adult Georgie The Giraffe Costume
Adult Georgie The Giraffe Costume

Adult Georgie The Giraffe Costume

£48.99
Mens Crazy Scientist Costume
Mens Crazy Scientist Costume

Mens Crazy Scientist Costume

£35.99
Adult Blackbeard the Pirate Costume
Adult Blackbeard the Pirate Costume

Adult Blackbeard the Pirate Costume

£37.99
Ladies Peacock Showgirl Costume
Ladies Peacock Showgirl Costume
Ladies Peacock Showgirl Costume
Ladies Peacock Showgirl Costume

Ladies Peacock Showgirl Costume

£49.99
SHOP ALL WORLD BOOK DAY COSTUMES

A thrilling chapter in the school calendar, World Book Day is an annual one-day-festival for children around the globe to celebrate authors, illustrators, books, and the pleasures of reading with their friends, family, and teachers. Over the years, we’ve become one of the best providers of World Book Day costumes, offering every child the chance to transform into their favourite book character from a collection of stories. Our exclusive range embraces the most admired characters from popular and classic children’s storybooks such as Mary Poppins and Alice in Wonderland, ready to be brought to life with the limitless imagination of your kids. From fantasy books to adventure stories and fairy tales, we celebrate best-selling authors like Roald Dahl, Julia Donaldson, J.K. Rowling, Beatrix Potter, and David Walliams to name a few, and with World Book Day fancy dress ideas for adults too, there’ll be lots more fascinating characters for the little ones to meet. Get lost in our online book of easy World Book Day costumes for the best choices online and in stores. Whether it be Harry Potter’s lightning bolt scar or Little Red Riding Hood’s Basket, grab all the accessories you need for your World Book Day Costume.

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