ATM Machine Costume
Get ready to dispense some laughs in this hilarious cash machine costume.
The ATM Machine costume is a hilarious, lighthearted choice for anyone looking to stand out with a funny novelty outfit. Perfect for parties, this look typically features a boxy grey tunic printed with a screen, keypad, and cash dispenser. It is incredibly easy to wear and serves as a fantastic conversation starter.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~15 min
- Budget
- $15–50
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What you need for a ATM Machine costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete ATM Machine costume — one box instead of 4 pieces.
ATM Tunic
A grey foam tunic printed on the front with a screen, numeric keypad, card slot, and cash dispenser.
DIY: Paint a large cardboard box grey, cut out head and arm holes, and draw or paste on a printed screen, keypad, and slots.
Black Base Layers
A simple black long-sleeve shirt and matching black pants to wear underneath the tunic.
DIY: Use any solid dark-colored clothing already in your closet.
Prop Money
A stack of realistic-looking play money or prop dollar bills.
DIY: Print out play money templates on green paper and cut them to size.
Green Visor
An optional green dealer's visor to lean into the vintage banker aesthetic.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made ATM Machine costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on your black long-sleeve shirt and black pants to create a clean, dark background.
- 2
Slip the ATM foam tunic (or your DIY cardboard box) over your head, adjusting it so it sits straight.
- 3
Take a few prop dollar bills and tape or tuck them into the cash dispenser slot so they hang out visibly.
- 4
Hold the remaining stack of prop money in your hand to hand out to friends as a fun party trick.
- 5
Put on the green dealer's visor if you want to add an extra touch of financial flair.
Makeup & hair
Keep your hair and makeup simple and natural, as the focus of this costume is entirely on the novelty tunic.
ATM Machine for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- One person goes as the ATM and the other dresses as a giant dollar bill or a bank robber.
- group
- Have a group dress as an ATM, a bank robber, a security guard, and several dollar bills.
- kids
- Create a smaller cardboard box version painted grey with a printed keypad and toy cash.
- Plus size
- The open-sided foam tunic style is highly adjustable and naturally accommodates most body types comfortably.
- pet
- A small grey felt saddlebag for a dog decorated to look like a mini card reader.
Tips
- Keep your hands free by storing your real wallet and phone in your pants pockets underneath the tunic.
- If using a cardboard box DIY, make sure the armholes are cut wide enough for comfortable movement and sitting.
- Hand out fake prop bills to people throughout the night as a fun, interactive gag.
ATM Machine costume FAQ
- How do you make a DIY ATM costume?
- Paint a large cardboard box grey, cut out holes for your head and arms, and use printouts or markers to add a screen, keypad, card slot, and cash dispenser.
- What should I wear under an ATM costume?
- Wear solid black or dark-colored clothing like a long-sleeve tee and leggings or jeans to keep the focus on the tunic.
- Is the ATM costume comfortable to wear?
- Yes, the commercial foam tunic version is lightweight, open-sided, and fits easily over normal clothes, making it highly comfortable for walking and sitting.
Did you know? The first ATM was installed in London in 1967 and dispensed cash using paper vouchers printed with radioactive carbon-14 for machine readability.