Bald Eagle Costume
Fly high in a majestic, patriotic bird of prey costume.
The bald eagle is the ultimate symbol of American freedom and natural majesty, making it a popular choice for patriotic holidays, sports events, and Halloween. This costume captures the bird's striking look with its signature white head, dark brown body, and bright yellow beak and talons. Whether you choose a cozy plush onesie or a detailed DIY feathered wing build, this guide has you covered.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~45 min
- Budget
- $30–80
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What you need for a Bald Eagle costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Bald Eagle costume — one box instead of 6 pieces.
Brown long-sleeve shirt and pants
A matching set of dark brown sweatpants and a long-sleeve t-shirt to serve as the eagle's body plumage.
DIY: Use any dark brown or black long-sleeve clothing you already own.
White hood or beanie
A snug white knit beanie or a white fabric hood to represent the eagle's iconic white head.
DIY: Cut the hood off an old white sweatshirt.
Yellow felt beak
A bright yellow, stiff felt cone shape attached to the hood or worn as a mask over the nose.
DIY: Cut a beak shape out of yellow stiff felt or cardstock and attach it to the front of your white beanie with fabric glue.
Brown fabric wings
A pair of fabric wings that attach to your wrists and shoulders, featuring layered felt feathers in shades of brown.
DIY: Cut a wing-shaped piece of brown felt, glue rows of scalloped brown felt 'feathers' onto it, and sew elastic loops for your arms.
Yellow leggings or socks
Bright yellow knee-high socks or leggings to mimic the eagle's bare yellow legs.
DIY: Wear yellow sweatpants or wrap yellow felt around your lower legs.
Yellow shoes or talon shoe covers
Yellow shoes or felt shoe covers shaped like three-toed talons worn over your regular footwear.
DIY: Cut three-toed talon shapes out of yellow felt and safety-pin them over the tops of yellow or brown sneakers.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Bald Eagle costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the bright yellow leggings or knee-high socks first.
- 2
Step into your dark brown pants and put on the matching dark brown long-sleeve shirt.
- 3
Secure the brown fabric wings to your shoulders and slip your wrists into the elastic loops so the wings spread when you extend your arms.
- 4
Put on the white beanie or hood, ensuring it covers your hair completely to create the clean white head look.
- 5
Attach the yellow felt beak to the front of the beanie just above your brow line, or secure the elastic strap of the beak mask around your head.
- 6
Slip the yellow talon shoe covers over your sneakers, securing them around your ankles.
Makeup & hair
Tuck all hair completely inside the white beanie or hood. If desired, apply yellow face paint around your eyes or wear yellow-tinted sunglasses to mimic an eagle's sharp, golden gaze.
Bald Eagle for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with Uncle Sam, the Statue of Liberty, or a colonial historical figure for a patriotic duo.
- group
- Form a flock of eagles, or pair with other North American wildlife like a grizzly bear and a bison.
- kids
- A cozy, one-piece plush eagle onesie with a built-in hood and wing-sleeves is perfect for kids.
- Plus size
- An oversized brown poncho with felt feathers glued on offers an easy, comfortable, and highly adjustable fit.
- pet
- A simple white hood with a yellow felt beak and a brown dog sweater makes a hilarious pet costume.
Tips
- Ensure your wing attachments allow you to easily use your hands for eating, drinking, or holding props.
- If wearing this outdoors in cold weather, layer warm thermal underwear beneath the brown sweats.
- For striking photos, stand on a high vantage point, extend your arms wide to show off the wingspan, and look off into the distance with a fierce expression.
Bald Eagle costume FAQ
- How do I make a simple DIY bald eagle beak?
- Roll a sheet of yellow stiff felt or craft foam into a cone shape, trim the base to fit comfortably over your nose, and attach an elastic band to hold it in place.
- What is the easiest way to make eagle wings?
- Cut a large crescent shape out of brown fabric or felt that spans from wrist to wrist across your back. Glue rows of feather-shaped felt cutouts onto it, and attach elastic loops at the wrists and collar.
- Can I use a pre-made eagle mask?
- Yes, a latex or plastic bald eagle mask is an excellent, low-effort alternative to a fabric hood and beak, instantly giving you a realistic bird head.
Did you know? Despite their name, bald eagles are not actually bald; the name comes from an older English word, 'balde', which means white-headed.