Character Costumes

Shop character costumes in Australia. Discover kids Book Week costumes inspired by storybook favourites, perfect for school events, parades and dress-up days.

Character Costumes for Kids

Character costumes are one of the most popular choices for Book Week, allowing kids to dress up as their favourite storybook characters. These costumes bring books to life and make school events more fun and memorable.

Our collection includes a wide range of character costumes inspired by classic stories, fairy tales and creative themes. Whether you are looking for a simple outfit or something more detailed, there are options suitable for all ages and school themes.

Browse Costumes by Character

Where's Wally Costumes

The red-and-white striped hero from Martin Handford's iconic search-and-find series — a classic Book Week pick. Pair with Wenda for sibling or duo costumes.

• Kids Where's Wally Costume — Book Week Striped Shirt & Hat Set
• Kids Where's Wally Instant Kit — Official Striped Shirt, Hat & Glasses
• Kids Wenda Costume — Where's Wally Dress with Glasses & Hat
• Adult Where's Wally Costume — Licensed Stripy Red & White Book Week Set
• Adult Where's Wally Accessory Kit — Red & White Hat & Glasses
• Where's Wally Bamboo Walking Cane Accessory

Alice in Wonderland Costumes

Lewis Carroll's whimsical world — perfect for Book Week pairs or group costumes (Alice + Mad Hatter + White Rabbit).

• Kids Alice Blue Storybook Dress — Book Week Alice Style
• Kids Mad Hatter Girls Costume — Alice in Wonderland Tea Party Dress
• Adult Alice in Wonderland Fancy Dress Costume
• Adult White Rabbit Costume — Alice in Wonderland Outfit
• Adult Mad Hatter Accessory Set — Hat & Bow Tie
• Alice in Wonderland White Rabbit Enamel Pin Accessory

Wizard of Oz Costumes

Follow the yellow brick road with Dorothy, Scarecrow and Tin Man — Frank Baum's timeless trio is a Book Week favourite for solo or group costumes.

• Kids Dorothy Costume — Licensed Wizard of Oz Gingham Dress
• Kids Dorothy Storybook Costume — Gingham Dress & Red Bow Headband
• Kids Scarecrow Costume — Wizard of Oz with Diploma Prop
• Kids Tin Man Costume — Licensed Wizard of Oz Metallic Silver Outfit
• Adult Dorothy Costume — Ladies Wizard of Oz
• Kids Dorothy Wig — Wizard of Oz Braided Pigtails with Blue Bows

Red Riding Hood Costumes

The classic fairy tale — Little Red, Grandma and the Big Bad Wolf for solo or trio Book Week looks.

• Kids Little Red Riding Hood Costume — Book Week Fairytale Dress & Cape
• Kids Little Red Riding Hood Deluxe — Fairy Tale Dress & Cape
• Kids Red Riding Hood Costume — Fairy Tale Cape & Bonnet Set
• Kids Wolf Granny Costume — Red Riding Hood Fairytale Dress-Up
• Mens Big Bad Wolf Granny Costume — Red Riding Hood Story

Mary Poppins Costumes

Practically perfect in every way — Disney's beloved nanny is a sophisticated Book Week pick, with Bert as the ideal duo partner.

• Kids Mary Poppins Costume — Licensed Disney Dress with Bowler Hat
• Kids Mary Poppins Costume — Victorian Nanny Dress & Hat Set
• Kids Mary Poppins Accessory Set — Licensed Carpet Bag & Parrot Umbrella
• Mens Disney Mary Poppins Bert Costume — Jolly Gentleman Victorian

Perfect for Book Week and School Events

Character costumes are ideal for Book Week parades, classroom activities and themed school days. They help children connect with stories and enjoy the experience of dressing up as their favourite characters.

Easy and Creative Costume Ideas

From well-known storybook figures to imaginative character ideas, these costumes offer a variety of fun and creative options. Many styles are easy to wear and suitable for last-minute costume planning.

Fast Delivery Across Australia

We dispatch quickly from Melbourne, helping you get ready for Book Week without stress. Explore a wide range of kids character costumes with fast delivery across Australia.

Explore More Character Costume Ideas

Looking for something specific? Browse our Storybook & Fairytale Costumes and Princess Costumes.

Discover more ideas in our Animal Costumes and Wizard Costumes collections.

Need something quick? Browse our Easy Book Week Costumes or Last Minute Costumes.

Looking for trending styles? Check out our Popular Book Week Costumes.

Complete your look with Book Week Accessories, including Wigs and Props.