WALK THROUGH CALIFORNIA COSTUME IDEAS

You don’t have to spend a ton of money to have a cool costume for Walk Through California!

See our Photo Gallery to see a few examples of student costumes.

Check in your own closet or your parents'. Craft, fabric and consignment shops have lots of great supplies that don’t cost a lot.  Be sure to ask your parent’s permission when making your costume or you may accidentally cut up your dad’s favorite shirt!

Miner: Jeans, flannel shirt, boots, and a hat.  Add a gold mining pan (pie tin decorated with glitter), face paints for beard and some "dirt".

Missionary: A brown or gray robe with a robe belt, a cross around your neck. 

Native American: Different Native American tribes wear different types of clothing.  It would be neat to dress as a Native American from the region you live.

Spanish Explorer/Conquistador: Create armor from cardboard and foil/spray paint. Wear a silver-colored helmet.

Pioneer: Girls can wear a white blouse, long skirt, or a long cotton dress and a bonnet.  Boys can wear pants with a white shirt, vest and a coonskin cap.

Governor: Dressy pants, a suit jacket and tie.  Carry a briefcase.

Farmer: Overalls with a flannel shirt, a straw hat and a basket of fruits and vegetables.

Traditional Mexican or Spanish clothing
Or… create a costume inspired by your Expert Card.

Costumes Disclaimer
Please note that by clicking here, you are leaving CWE’s Web site and going to an outside vendor costume site. CWE is not responsible for content on the costume site nor does CWE reimburse or make returns for any costumes purchased through this site.