Gummy Bear Costume
Bright, sweet, and squishy—bring the classic candy to life.
The Gummy Bear is a beloved, colorful candy classic that makes for a fun, vibrant, and lighthearted costume. Whether you choose a giant inflatable version, a cozy monochromatic outfit, or a DIY Haribo-inspired look, this costume is guaranteed to bring smiles. It is a popular choice for school events, group themes, and anyone looking for a comfortable, funny outfit.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~15 min
- Budget
- $20–65
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What you need for a Gummy Bear costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Gummy Bear costume — one box instead of 5 pieces.
Monochromatic base layer
A matching sweatshirt and sweatpants set in a bright candy color like red, green, yellow, or pink.
DIY: Use any solid-colored hoodie and matching pants you already own.
Bear ears headband
A plush headband with rounded bear ears matching the color of your base outfit.
DIY: Cut ear shapes out of colored felt and hot glue them to a plain plastic headband.
Inflatable Gummy Bear suit
A full-body, air-blown translucent suit shaped like a giant gummy bear with a built-in fan.
Haribo gold apron
A gold-colored apron decorated with colorful felt gummy bear shapes to mimic the classic packaging.
DIY: Cut out colorful gummy bear shapes from felt sheets and glue them onto a yellow or gold apron.
Red bow tie
A classic red bow tie to mimic the iconic Haribo mascot bear.
DIY: Fold a piece of red felt or ribbon into a bow shape and safety pin it to your collar.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Gummy Bear costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Choose your style: go with a solid-color monochromatic look, a giant inflatable suit, or a Haribo mascot theme.
- 2
Put on your base layer of matching sweatpants and sweatshirt in your chosen candy color.
- 3
Attach the red bow tie to your collar if you are going for the classic mascot look.
- 4
Put on the matching bear ears headband, ensuring it sits securely on your head.
- 5
If using the inflatable version, step into the suit, tighten the drawstring, and turn on the battery-operated fan to inflate.
- 6
Add optional props like a giant clear bag or a candy bucket to complete the sweet aesthetic.
Makeup & hair
Keep hair simple or tucked under the headband. For makeup, apply a high-gloss lip gloss and bright, candy-colored eyeshadow matching your costume's color to give a shiny, 'gummy' finish.
Gummy Bear for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- One person dresses as a red gummy bear and the other as a green gummy bear, or go as a gummy bear and a bag of candy.
- group
- Gather a group to dress in a full rainbow of gummy bear colors: red, green, yellow, orange, and clear/white.
- kids
- A yellow baby onesie paired with a red bow tie and a yellow felt ear hood makes an adorable Haribo-style baby costume.
- Plus size
- The inflatable gummy bear suit is naturally roomy and fits a wide range of sizes comfortably.
- pet
- A simple solid-colored dog hoodie with plush bear ears attached to the hood.
Tips
- If wearing the inflatable version, bring extra AA batteries for the fan so you don't deflate mid-party.
- Wear lightweight clothes underneath the inflatable suit, as it can get warm inside.
- For a glossy 'gummy' look in photos, choose shiny fabrics like satin, PVC, or vinyl for your base layer.
Gummy Bear costume FAQ
- How do you make a DIY gummy bear costume?
- Wear a matching solid-colored sweat suit in red, green, or yellow, and attach matching felt bear ears to a headband. Add a red bow tie for a classic Haribo look.
- What does the inflatable gummy bear costume include?
- It typically comes with the full-body inflatable suit, a battery-operated fan, and a battery pack clip.
- Is the gummy bear costume comfortable for walking?
- Yes, the fabric sweat suit version is extremely comfortable and warm, while the inflatable version is fun but requires a bit more space to navigate crowds.
Did you know? Gummy bears originated in Germany in 1922, where creator Hans Riegel of Haribo was inspired by trained festival bears to create the 'Dancing Bear' gelatin treat.