Subway Surfers Costume
Run, dodge, and paint your way into this classic mobile gaming look.
Bring the endless runner mobile game to life with the iconic look of Jake, the main character of Subway Surfers [1.2.2]. This costume is a massive hit for its comfortable streetwear aesthetic, making it perfect for parties, conventions, or Halloween. The look consists of a casual denim vest over a white hoodie, a custom 'Sub Surf' cap, and classic street-art props like a spray can.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~30 min
- Budget
- $35–80
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What you need for a Subway Surfers costume
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Spirit Halloween sells the complete Subway Surfers costume — one box instead of 7 pieces.
White hoodie
A classic white pullover hoodie with long sleeves and a front pocket [1.2.6].
Denim vest
A light blue denim vest or sleeveless jean jacket worn open over the hoodie.
DIY: Cut the sleeves off an old denim jacket.
Red t-shirt
A plain red crewneck t-shirt worn underneath the hoodie to peek out at the collar.
Red and white cap
A snapback or trucker hat with a red brim, white front panel, and 'Sub Surf' written on it.
DIY: Use fabric markers or paint to write 'Sub Surf' on a plain red and white trucker hat.
Light blue jeans
Standard light-wash blue jeans in a relaxed or straight-leg fit.
Green and red sneakers
Casual low-top canvas sneakers or skate shoes in a green and red colorway.
DIY: Use red and green fabric paint on a pair of old white sneakers.
Toy spray paint can
A prop spray can to represent Jake's graffiti-spraying hobby.
DIY: Clean out an empty soda can and paint it with bright colors to look like a spray can.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Subway Surfers costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the plain red t-shirt first so the collar is visible.
- 2
Layer the white pullover hoodie over the red t-shirt, pulling the red collar slightly up to show.
- 3
Put on the light blue denim vest over the white hoodie and leave it unbuttoned.
- 4
Put on the light-wash blue jeans and secure them with a simple belt if needed.
- 5
Put on the green and red sneakers, tying them securely for running.
- 6
Place the red and white 'Sub Surf' cap on your head, wearing it slightly tilted or straight forward.
- 7
Carry your prop spray paint can or a skateboard to complete the street-art look.
Makeup & hair
Keep your hair simple and tucked under the cap, or let a few messy strands peek out the front. No makeup is required, but you can add a smudge of gray or black eyeshadow on your cheek to look like spray paint soot.
Subway Surfers for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up as Jake and Tricky, with Tricky wearing a white crop top, light blue ripped jeans, a red beanie, and black-rimmed glasses.
- group
- Gather a crew to dress as Jake, Tricky, Fresh (with his boombox), and Yutani (in her green alien suit).
- kids
- This look is incredibly easy for kids using a child-sized white hoodie, denim vest, and a custom-painted cap.
- Plus size
- Choose a relaxed-fit hoodie and a stretch-denim vest for a comfortable, breathable fit that matches the streetwear silhouette.
- pet
- Dress your dog in a small red and white dog hoodie with a tiny cardboard 'hoverboard' attached to their harness.
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Subway surfers couple costume
- Pair up as Jake and Tricky, with Tricky wearing a white crop top, light blue ripped jeans, a red beanie, and black-rimmed glasses.
Tips
- Streetwear comfort: Since this outfit is made of real clothes, it is incredibly comfortable for walking around all night [1.1.5].
- Weather prep: If it is cold, the layered hoodie and vest will keep you warm; if it is hot, opt for a lightweight cotton hoodie.
- Photo prop: Strike a running pose or pretend to spray-paint a wall for the perfect in-character photo.
- Budget friendly: Check local thrift stores first, as light-wash jeans, denim vests, and white hoodies are incredibly common finds.
Subway Surfers costume FAQ
- What does Jake from Subway Surfers wear?
- Jake wears a light blue denim vest over a white hoodie with a red shirt underneath, light blue jeans, green and red sneakers, and a red and white 'Sub Surf' cap [1.2.6].
- How do you make the Subway Surfers hat?
- Get a plain red and white trucker cap and use a black fabric marker or acrylic paint to write 'Sub Surf' across the white front panel in a graffiti style.
- Is a Subway Surfers costume hard to make?
- No, it is very easy and highly customizable. Most of the components are everyday streetwear items you might already own or can easily thrift.
Did you know? Subway Surfers was released in 2012 and became the first game in history to cross one billion downloads on the Google Play Store.