Donkey Costume
Bray with confidence in this simple, cozy gray donkey look.
Whether you are dressing up as Shrek's talkative sidekick or a classic farm animal for a school play, a donkey costume is a fun, comfortable choice. This look relies on a cozy gray base paired with signature long ears and a tufted tail. It is highly customizable, ranging from a simple headband accessory set to a full fleece jumpsuit.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~15 min
- Budget
- $15–50
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What you need for a Donkey costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Donkey costume — one box instead of 4 pieces.
Gray jumpsuit or sweat suit
A solid gray fleece onesie, hooded sweatshirt, or matching sweatpants to serve as the animal's body.
DIY: Wear a matching gray hoodie and gray sweatpants from your closet.
Donkey ears headband
Long, pointed gray ears made of felt or plush fabric, featuring pink inner linings, mounted on a comfortable headband.
DIY: Cut ear shapes out of gray and pink felt, stiffen them with cardboard, and glue them to a plain plastic headband.
Donkey tail
A flexible gray plush tail featuring a tuft of black faux fur or yarn at the tip.
DIY: Stuff a long gray sock with batting or newspaper, and safety-pin black yarn tassels to the end.
Black gloves and shoes
Solid black gloves and black sneakers or boots to represent front and hind hooves.
DIY: Use any dark black socks over your hands and wear black shoes you already own.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Donkey costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the gray jumpsuit, or your matching gray sweatshirt and sweatpants, as the base layer.
- 2
Attach the donkey tail to the back of your pants or jumpsuit waistline using a safety pin.
- 3
Place the donkey ears headband securely on your head, positioning it just behind your hairline.
- 4
Slip on the black gloves and black shoes to complete the hoof look.
- 5
Add optional face paint to define the muzzle and nose.
Makeup & hair
Keep your hair simple or tucked neatly under the headband. For makeup, paint a white circle around your mouth and nose to create a donkey muzzle, then add a black triangle on the tip of your nose.
Donkey for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with Shrek, Princess Fiona, or a classic farmer.
- group
- Gather a farmyard crew with a horse, cow, pig, and sheep, or assemble a full Shrek-themed cast.
- kids
- Use a gray tutu, gray leggings, and a donkey ears headband for an adorable school play outfit.
- Plus size
- A loose-fitting gray fleece unisex onesie offers a comfortable, warm, and highly accommodating fit.
- pet
- A simple gray dog hoodie with attached plush donkey ears.
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Donkey dog costume
- A simple gray dog hoodie with attached plush donkey ears.
Tips
- Opt for a zippered gray hoodie if you want an easy way to regulate your temperature at indoor events.
- If making a DIY tail, use a gray knee-high sock stuffed with batting and sew black yarn to the end.
- Keep your hands free by using fingerless black gloves instead of full mittens for hooves.
Donkey costume FAQ
- How do I make a DIY donkey tail?
- Stuff a long gray sock or fabric tube with polyester fiberfill, then sew or glue black yarn tassels to the tip. Pin it to your waist.
- What do I need for a quick last-minute donkey costume?
- Wear an all-gray outfit like a sweatshirt and sweatpants, then add a store-bought donkey ears headband and a matching tail.
- Can this work for a Shrek-themed costume?
- Yes, just wear a solid gray outfit, add the ears and tail, and carry a toy waffle prop or practice your best fast-talking impressions.
Did you know? Donkeys have incredibly large ears not just for excellent hearing, but also to help dissipate heat and keep them cool in warm desert climates.