Mayor of Halloween Town Costume
Bring the two-faced leader of Halloween Town to life.
The Mayor of Halloween Town from The Nightmare Before Christmas is a classic choice for fans of the stop-motion masterpiece. This costume stands out with its distinct two-faced expression, tall stovepipe hat, and political campaign ribbon. The look is instantly recognizable and perfect for anyone wanting to channel Tim Burton's whimsical, spooky aesthetic.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~45 min
- Budget
- $40–120
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See yourself as Mayor of Halloween Town
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What you need for a Mayor of Halloween Town costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Mayor of Halloween Town costume — one box instead of 6 pieces.
Two-Faced Mayor Mask
A full-head velour or foam mask featuring the happy peach face on one side and the blue, worried face on the other.
DIY: Draw the two faces on opposite sides of a large piece of poster board, cut out eye holes, and attach it to a headband.
Tall Black Top Hat
An extra-tall, tapered black stovepipe hat, often attached directly to the mask.
DIY: Roll black poster board into an elongated cone-cylinder shape and glue it to a cardboard brim.
Gray Blazer
A wide-cut, oversized gray suit jacket or blazer to mimic his triangular torso.
DIY: Use an oversized gray thrift store suit jacket and insert shoulder pads to exaggerate the shape.
Black and White Striped Pants
Vertical black and white striped trousers or slacks.
DIY: Use fabric paint or black tape to add vertical stripes to a pair of white sweatpants.
Orange Mayor Ribbon
A large orange prize ribbon pinned to the lapel with 'MAYOR' written on it and a spider hanging from the bottom.
DIY: Cut orange ribbon or felt into a rosette shape, write 'MAYOR' in black marker, and hang a plastic toy spider from the center.
White Collared Shirt and Black Tie
A simple white button-down shirt paired with a short black necktie.
DIY: Use any white collared shirt from your closet and a strip of black fabric for the tie.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Mayor of Halloween Town costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the white collared shirt and fasten the black necktie tightly at the collar.
- 2
Slip on the black and white striped pants.
- 3
Put on the oversized gray blazer over the shirt and tie, buttoning it up to create a wide, triangular silhouette.
- 4
Pin the large orange 'MAYOR' ribbon with the dangling spider to the left lapel of the blazer.
- 5
Carefully put on the two-faced Mayor mask, ensuring the eye holes align with your vision.
- 6
Place the extra-tall black top hat securely on your head (or adjust it if it is integrated into the mask).
Makeup & hair
No hair or makeup is required if you are using a full-head mask. If you choose to use face paint instead of a mask, paint one side of your face peach with a wide toothy grin, and the other side pale blue with worried, triangular eyes.
Mayor of Halloween Town for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with Jack Skellington, Sally, or Oogie Boogie for a perfect Halloween Town duo.
- group
- Form a group with Jack, Sally, Lock, Shock, Barrel, and Oogie Boogie.
- kids
- A scaled-down version using a lightweight foam mask and a gray felt tunic.
- Plus size
- The oversized, triangular cut of the gray blazer makes this costume naturally comfortable and accommodating for all body types.
Tips
- If using a reversible mask, practice spinning it around quickly to match your mood changes during conversations.
- The tall top hat can catch on doorways, so be mindful of your height when entering rooms.
- Wear comfortable black dress shoes or boots to complete the formal political look.
Mayor of Halloween Town costume FAQ
- How do you do the two-faced look for the Mayor of Halloween Town?
- The easiest way is to purchase a licensed reversible foam mask. For a DIY approach, you can paint the happy face on the front of a mask or hat, and the worried blue face on the back, spinning it around to switch expressions.
- What does the Mayor of Halloween Town wear?
- He wears an oversized gray blazer, black and white striped pants, a white shirt with a black tie, an extra-tall black top hat, and a large orange campaign ribbon that says 'MAYOR'.
- Is the Mayor of Halloween Town costume comfortable?
- Yes, the clothing components (blazer and striped pants) are very comfortable. The only challenge may be visibility and heat inside a full-head foam mask, so take breaks as needed.
Did you know? The Mayor's literal two-faced design is a visual play on the stereotype of politicians being 'two-faced' and unable to make decisions without consulting others.