Burger King Costume
Rule the fast-food kingdom in this iconic royal mascot look.
The Burger King mascot, known for his silent demeanor and oversized royal look, is a hilarious and highly recognizable pop-culture costume. Perfect for parties and Halloween, this outfit combines medieval royalty with fast-food humor. The look centers on a detailed plastic mask, a golden crown, and a luxurious red velvet robe.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~30 min
- Budget
- $45–120
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What you need for a Burger King costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Burger King costume — one box instead of 6 pieces.
Burger King Mask
An oversized, rigid plastic mask depicting the King's smiling face with a molded brown beard and mustache.
DIY: Use a realistic brown beard and mustache set paired with heavy theatrical makeup to mimic the frozen, smiling expression.
Gold Crown
A classic gold plastic crown, preferably with red and blue faux jewel accents.
DIY: Construct a crown from gold poster board, decorated with plastic craft gems.
Red Velvet Royal Robe
A long red velvet or velour cape with white faux-fur trim and black spots along the collar and edges.
DIY: Trim a red velvet fabric sheet with white faux-fur ribbon, adding black fabric marker spots.
Yellow and Gold Tunic
A medieval-style yellow or gold tunic, often featuring a high collar and gold brocade trim.
DIY: Wear a mustard yellow long-sleeve shirt decorated with gold fabric paint or ribbon.
White Ruffled Collar
A white Elizabethan-style ruffled neck ruff or a white ascot tie.
DIY: Pleat white cardstock or stiff white fabric and secure it around the neck with a ribbon.
White Gloves
Simple, clean white cotton or nylon gloves.
DIY: Use plain white winter gloves.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Burger King costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the yellow medieval tunic or mustard yellow long-sleeve shirt.
- 2
Tie the white ruffled collar or ascot securely around your neck, tucking it slightly into the tunic.
- 3
Drape the red velvet royal robe over your shoulders and fasten it at the collar.
- 4
Slip on the clean white cotton gloves.
- 5
Carefully put on the Burger King mascot mask, adjusting the elastic strap for a secure fit.
- 6
Place the gold plastic crown on top of the mask's molded hair, securing it with bobby pins or tape if necessary.
- 7
Strike a silent, regal pose, holding a prop cardboard burger box for maximum comedic effect.
Makeup & hair
No makeup or hair styling is required if you are using the official mascot mask. If opting for a DIY face, style your hair in a slicked-back brown pageboy look and apply a full brown beard and mustache set.
Burger King for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with someone dressed as a Wendy's mascot, Ronald McDonald, or a giant box of french fries.
- group
- Gather a group to dress as rival fast-food mascots, or have friends dress as Burger King employees in striped aprons.
- kids
- A mini king robe, a paper crown from a local Burger King restaurant, and a yellow shirt make an easy kids' version.
- Plus size
- The loose-fitting medieval tunic and open-front velvet robe are highly adjustable and comfortable for all body types.
- pet
- Put a small gold paper crown and a red velvet collar cape on your dog or cat.
Tips
- The plastic mask can get warm and limit visibility; take regular breaks in well-lit areas.
- Carry a clean, empty Burger King cardboard crown or burger box as a fun, on-theme prop.
- Wear comfortable dark trousers and brown boots under the robe for easy walking.
- Keep your movements slow, deliberate, and silent to perfectly mimic the mascot's eerie, funny behavior.
Burger King costume FAQ
- Where can I get the official Burger King mask?
- Official molded plastic masks are often found on online auction sites, specialty costume retailers, or retro costume shops.
- How do I make a DIY Burger King costume without the mask?
- You can wear a realistic brown beard and mustache set, a gold crown, a red royal robe, and carry a real Burger King cup or bag to make the character obvious.
- Is the Burger King costume comfortable for hot weather?
- The velvet robe and plastic mask can trap heat. For warm weather, opt for a lightweight red cape and take the mask off periodically.
Did you know? The 'Creepy King' mascot campaign of the mid-2000s became a massive pop-culture phenomenon, famous for the character silently appearing in unexpected places like people's windows or beds.