Jason Voorhees Costume
Bring the terror of Camp Crystal Lake to life this Halloween.
Jason Voorhees, the silent, unstoppable slasher of the Friday the 13th franchise, is one of the most iconic horror villains of all time [1.2.7]. Fans choose this costume for its instant recognizability, spooky factor, and straightforward assembly. The classic look consists of his signature weathered hockey mask, a tattered work shirt, dark utility pants, and a blood-splattered prop machete.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~20 min
- Budget
- $35–85
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What you need for a Jason Voorhees costume
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Hockey Mask
A white or cream-colored retro goalie mask with red chevron markings on the forehead and cheeks.
DIY: Paint a plain white plastic hockey mask with cream acrylic paint and add red triangle details with a marker.
Dark Green or Olive Work Shirt
A button-down long-sleeve work shirt, preferably weathered, torn, or stained with fake dirt.
DIY: Use an old green button-up shirt and rub coffee grounds or charcoal on it to look dirty.
Dark Undershirt
A simple grey or black t-shirt to wear underneath the work shirt.
Dark Work Pants
Sturdy black, charcoal, or dark blue utility pants or jeans.
DIY: Use an old pair of dark jeans and fray the cuffs with sandpaper.
Prop Machete
A realistic plastic or foam machete, ideally detailed with fake blood splatters.
DIY: Cut a machete shape out of thick cardboard, paint it metallic silver, and splatter red paint on the blade.
Work Boots
Heavy-duty black or dark brown work boots to complete the imposing slasher silhouette.
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How to put it together
- 1
Put on the grey undershirt followed by the dark green or olive work shirt, leaving the top few buttons open.
- 2
Slip into the dark work pants and secure them with a simple black belt if needed.
- 3
Lace up your heavy-duty work boots, tucking the pant cuffs slightly into the tops of the boots.
- 4
Carefully distress the clothing by rubbing sandpaper over the elbows, knees, and hems to create a tattered look.
- 5
Secure the hockey mask over your face, adjusting the elastic straps so it sits comfortably and securely.
- 6
Grip your prop machete in one hand and practice your slow, silent, imposing slasher walk.
Makeup & hair
Since the mask covers your face, no makeup is required, but you can apply black face paint around your eyes to darken the mask's eye holes.
Jason Voorhees for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with Freddy Krueger for a classic 'Freddy vs. Jason' slasher showdown.
- group
- Have friends dress as Camp Crystal Lake counselors in 1980s retro athletic wear, complete with name tags.
- kids
- A kid-friendly version uses a soft foam mask and a plastic toy machete for safe trick-or-treating.
- Plus size
- Choose loose-fitting, oversized utility shirts and cargo pants for a comfortable, imposing fit.
- pet
- Dress your dog in a tiny custom-printed hockey mask bandana and a green doggie t-shirt.
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Youth jason costume
- A kid-friendly version uses a soft foam mask and a plastic toy machete for safe trick-or-treating.
Tips
- Wear black face paint or a black mesh hood under the mask to hide your eyes and make the mask look hollow and creepy.
- If wearing the mask for long periods, ensure the breathing holes are clear, or temporarily slide it up onto your forehead when socializing.
- Use fabric paint or real dirt/coffee grounds to weather your clothes; avoid using real wet mud so you don't track it indoors.
- Keep your prop machete pointed downward when walking around crowds to avoid accidentally bumping into others.
Jason Voorhees costume FAQ
- What kind of shirt does Jason Voorhees wear?
- Jason typically wears a dark green, olive, or grey button-down work shirt over a dark t-shirt, often heavily weathered and torn.
- How do you make a DIY Jason mask?
- Start with a plain white plastic hockey mask, paint it with a cream or off-white base, scratch it slightly for texture, and paint three red triangles (chevrons) on the forehead and cheeks.
- What weapon does Jason Voorhees use?
- His signature weapon is a long, single-edged machete, though he occasionally uses other tools like axes or pitchforks depending on the movie.
Did you know? Jason didn't actually get his iconic hockey mask until Friday the 13th Part III; in Part II, he wore a simple burlap sack with a single eyehole.