120+ Best Catholic Costume Ideas for All Saints Day

All Saints’ Day is one of the happiest celebrations for Catholic families. It’s a day to honor the saints — real heroes of faith — and to remind our kids that holiness is possible in every walk of life. Around the world, children dress as their favorite saints for All Saints’ parties, homeschool co-ops, or parish parades.

Whether you’re a seasoned Catholic mom or a teacher planning your first All Saints’ Day celebration, this guide is full of inspiration, practicality, and faith.

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Tips for Parents and Teachers

Creating a saint costume doesn’t need to be stressful. You don’t need to buy a full costume or sew anything fancy — just a few creative touches can make it special.

• Start simple. Bedsheets, robes, or scarves can become habits, tunics, or veils.
• Use props. Small symbolic details make the costume recognizable — a cross, flowers, sword, or crown.
• Focus on meaning. Share a short saint story while you craft together.
• Keep it thrifty. Reuse robes, repurpose costumes, and borrow accessories.
• Make it prayerful and fun. Let your child choose their saint and tell others about them.

Female Saints

1. St. Thérèse of Lisieux – Feast: Oct 1

The “Little Flower” of Jesus and a Doctor of the Church. Known for her “little way” of holiness through small acts of love. Costume: Brown Carmelite robe, white veil, small crucifix, and bouquet of paper roses.

2. St. Teresa of Avila – Feast: Oct 15

Spanish mystic and reformer of the Carmelites, author of Interior Castle. Costume: Brown habit, cream mantle, feather quill or small book.

3. St. Clare of Assisi – Feast: Aug 11

Close friend of St. Francis and foundress of the Poor Clares. Costume: Brown habit with white wimple, carry a small monstrance or lantern.

4. St. Faustina Kowalska – Feast: Oct 5

Polish nun who received the Divine Mercy revelations from Jesus. Costume: Black habit with white collar, hold an image of the Divine Mercy.

5. St. Catherine of Siena – Feast: Apr 29

Mystic and Doctor of the Church who advised popes and wrote profound spiritual works. Costume: White Dominican habit, black veil, small crucifix or crown of thorns (pipe cleaners).

6. St. Scholastica – Feast: Feb 10

Twin sister of St. Benedict, patroness of nuns and education. Costume: Black Benedictine habit, open Bible or paper dove.

7. St. Elizabeth Ann Seton – Feast: Jan 4

First American-born saint; founder of the Sisters of Charity. Costume: Black dress and bonnet, small cross or book.

8. St. Rose of Lima – Feast: Aug 23

First canonized saint of the Americas, known for her penance and love for the poor. Costume: White dress, flower crown, rosary.

9. St. Bernadette Soubirous – Feast: Apr 16

Poor shepherd girl who saw Our Lady of Lourdes. Costume: Peasant dress, shawl, rosary, and a blue ribbon belt.

10. St. Josephine Bakhita – Feast: Feb 8

Sudanese slave turned Canossian sister, known for her joy and forgiveness. Costume: Dark dress with headwrap, simple cross.

11. St. Margaret of Scotland – Feast: Nov 16

Queen devoted to prayer and charity to the poor. Costume: Long gown, paper crown, loaf of bread or Bible.

12. St. Helena – Feast: Aug 18

Mother of Emperor Constantine, finder of the True Cross. Costume: Regal gown, golden cross prop.

13. St. Elizabeth of Hungary – Feast: Nov 17

Princess who fed the poor and saw her bread miraculously turn to roses. Costume: Gown, basket of bread or roses.

14. St. Bridget of Sweden – Feast: July 23

Mystic and founder of the Bridgettine Order. Costume: Blue robe, white veil, black band headpiece, walking staff.

15. St. Olga of Kiev – Feast: July 11

Slavic queen who converted her nation’s heart toward Christianity. Costume: Robe, shawl, paper crown, cross necklace.

16. St. Bathildis – Feast: Jan 30

Former slave who became queen and freed countless captives. Costume: Modest medieval gown, crown, small cross.

17. St. Adelaide of Burgundy – Feast: Dec 16

Empress who promoted peace and church reform. Costume: Elegant dress, crown, rosary.

18. St. Hedwig of Silesia – Feast: Oct 16

Duchess known for her humility and service to the sick. Costume: Royal cloak, crown, loaf of bread.

19. St. Cunegunda – Feast: Mar 3

Holy Roman Empress who lived chastely with her husband. Costume: White dress, crown, ring.

20. St. Matilda of Saxony – Feast: Mar 14

Queen noted for her generosity and deep prayer life. Costume: Blue gown, crown, prayer beads.

21. St. Joan of Arc – Feast: May 30

Teenage warrior and martyr who led France by divine calling. Costume: Cardboard armor, toy sword, banner reading “Jesus, Mary.”

22. St. Cecilia – Feast: Nov 22

Patroness of musicians, sang praises as she died for her faith. Costume: Flowing gown, paper harp or small flute.

23. St. Lucy – Feast: Dec 13

Martyr of Sicily who carried light in the darkness. Costume: White robe, red sash, wreath with LED candles.

24. St. Agnes – Feast: Jan 21

Child martyr known for purity and courage. Costume: White dress, lamb plushie, palm branch.

25. St. Kateri Tekakwitha – Feast: July 14

“Lily of the Mohawks,” first Native American saint. Costume: Simple tunic or buckskin-style outfit, cross necklace.

26. St. Mother Teresa of Calcutta – Feast: Sept 5

Missionary of charity who served the poorest of the poor. Costume: White sari with blue trim, rosary, small cross.

27. St. Philomena – Feast: Aug 11

Young virgin martyr associated with many miracles. Costume: White dress, red sash, anchor prop.

28. St. Catherine of Alexandria – Feast: Nov 25

Scholar martyred for defending the faith. Costume: Fancy robe, paper wheel (her symbol).

29. St. Lucy Yi Zhenmei – Feast: Feb 19

Chinese catechist martyred for teaching the faith. Costume: Chinese-style robe, cross pendant.

30. Blessed Pauline Jaricot – Feast: Jan 9

Founder of the Society for the Propagation of the Faith. Costume: Simple 19th-century dress, globe prop.

31. St. Gianna Molla – Feast: Apr 28

Italian doctor, wife, and mother who gave her life for her unborn child. Costume: Simple 1950s-style dress, doctor’s bag or baby doll.

32. Bl. Chiara Badano – Feast: Oct 29

Italian teen who offered her cancer suffering to Jesus with joy. Costume: Jeans, t-shirt, headscarf, rosary bracelet, cheerful smile.

33. St. Mary MacKillop – Feast: Aug 8

Australia’s first saint; founder of the Sisters of St. Joseph of the Sacred Heart. Costume: Brown habit, white veil, small cross.

34. St. Zélie Martin – Feast: July 12

Mother of St. Thérèse of Lisieux and a model for Catholic motherhood. Costume: 19th-century dress, lace shawl, rosary, or small sewing basket.

35. St. Monica – Feast: Aug 27

Mother of St. Augustine, prayed unceasingly for her son’s conversion. Costume: Modest robe and veil, small scroll or tear-drop pin to symbolize her prayers.

36. St. Veronica – Feast: July 12

Wiped the face of Jesus on His way to Calvary; her veil bore His image. Costume: Simple robe, white cloth with hand-drawn “face of Christ.”

37. St. Mary Magdalene – Feast: July 22

Disciple of Jesus and first witness of the Resurrection. Costume: Flowing robe, long scarf, small jar (for ointment).

38. St. Brigid of Ireland – Feast: Feb 1

Abbess, miracle worker, and patroness of Ireland. Costume: Green cloak, reed cross, wooden staff.

39. St. Joan Delanoue – Feast: Mar 17

French businesswoman turned foundress of an order for the poor. Costume: Simple gown with apron and bread basket.

40. St. Frances Cabrini – Feast: Nov 13

Italian-American nun who founded schools and hospitals for immigrants. Costume: Black habit, rosary, small toy ship or suitcase.

41. St. Katharine Drexel – Feast: Mar 3

American heiress who founded schools for Native and African Americans. Costume: Black and white religious habit, dollar bill or book.

42. St. Josephine Leroux – Feast: Oct 23

French nun martyred during the Revolution. Costume: Grey dress, white veil, small crucifix.

43. Bl. Maria Troncatti – Feast: Aug 25

Italian Salesian missionary nurse in Ecuador. Costume: Simple missionary dress, stethoscope, small cross.

44. St. Carmen Rendiles Martínez – Feast: May 9

Venezuelan founder of the Servants of Jesus; known for humility. Costume: Modern nun’s habit, cross pendant.

45. St. Genevieve of Paris – Feast: Jan 3

Patroness of Paris, known for fasting and prayer that saved the city from attack. Costume: Blue cloak, loaf of bread, candle.

46. St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross (Edith Stein) – Feast: Aug 9

Jewish philosopher turned Carmelite nun and martyr at Auschwitz. Costume: Brown Carmelite habit, white veil, Star of David necklace.

47. St. Hildegard of Bingen – Feast: Sept 17

German Benedictine abbess, mystic, composer, and scientist. Costume: Black habit with green sash, feather pen, or scroll.

48. St. Mary of Egypt – Feast: Apr 1 (Eastern)/Apr 3 (West)

Desert hermit who repented after a sinful youth. Costume: Brown robe or rough tunic, rope belt, wild “desert” hair.

49. St. Veronica Giuliani – Feast: July 9

Italian Capuchin nun who bore the stigmata. Costume: Brown habit, small red marks (paper dots) on hands, cross.

50. St. Marianne Cope – Feast: Jan 23

Missionary sister who cared for lepers in Hawaii alongside St. Damien. Costume: Black or grey habit, white veil, small nurse bag.

51. St. Margaret Clitherow – Feast: Mar 26

English martyr who hid priests during persecution. Costume: 1500s dress, small rosary, Bible tucked in apron.

52. St. Euphrosyne of Alexandria – Feast: Sept 25

Disguised herself as a man to live as a monk, seeking holiness. Costume: Brown tunic and head covering, cross necklace.

53. St. Melangell (Monacella) – Feast: May 27

Welsh abbess and hermit, protector of animals. Costume: Simple robe, toy rabbit or small animal plush.

54. St. Lidwina of Schiedam – Feast: Apr 14

Dutch saint who offered her lifelong illness in union with Christ. Costume: Medieval dress, crutch or blanket, serene smile.

55. Bl. Sandra Sabattini – Feast: May 4

Young Italian medical student and fiancée who served the poor before dying young. Costume: 1970s-style outfit (jeans and sweater), notebook or medical bag.

St. Gertrude the Great – Feast: Nov 16

Benedictine nun, theologian and mystic. Devoted to the Sacred Heart. Patron of cats! Costume: black habit and veil with Sacred Heart and book of prayers, plush cats optional.

Male Saints

56. St. Francis of Assisi – Feast: Oct 4

Founder of the Franciscans; loved poverty and nature. Costume: Brown robe, rope belt, toy animals or bird plushie.

57. St. Anthony of Padua – Feast: June 13

Miracle-working Franciscan preacher known for finding lost things. Costume: Brown robe, baby doll or sibling (Christ Child), and book.

58. St. Benedict of Nursia – Feast: July 11

Father of Western monasticism and author of The Rule of St. Benedict. Costume: Black robe, book that says “rule”, cross or walking stick.

59. St. John Bosco – Feast: Jan 31

Italian priest who founded the Salesians and loved teaching boys. Costume: Black cassock, soccer ball, and cheerful smile!

60. St. Padre Pio – Feast: Sept 23

Capuchin friar famous for his stigmata and miracles. Costume: Brown robe, brown or red gloves (for wounds of Christ), and rosary. Optional toy WWII plane!

61. St. Vincent de Paul – Feast: Sept 27

French priest devoted to serving the poor. Costume: Black cloak, small basket or bread prop.

62. St. John Vianney – Feast: Aug 4

Patron of parish priests, famous confessor of Ars. Costume: White surplice, black stole, and Bible.

63. St. Dominic – Feast: Aug 8

Founder of the Dominicans, preacher of the Rosary. Costume: White robe with black cape, rosary.

64. St. Francis Xavier – Feast: Dec 3

Jesuit missionary to Asia who baptized thousands. Costume: Black robe, cross, and map or globe.

65. St. Carlo Acutis – Feast: Oct 12

Italian teen known for Eucharistic devotion and website on miracles. Costume: Jeans, red sweatshirt, laptop or monstrance picture.

66. St. Isaac Jogues – Feast: Oct 19

Jesuit missionary and North American martyr. Costume: Brown robe, wooden cross, feathered headband.

67. St. José Sánchez del Río – Feast: Feb 10

14-year-old Cristero martyr who cried “¡Viva Cristo Rey!” Costume: Cowboy clothes, small cross or Mexican flag.

68. St. Damien of Molokai – Feast: May 10

Priest who served lepers in Hawaii. Costume: Black cassock, straw hat, wooden cross.

69. St. Junípero Serra – Feast: July 1

Franciscan missionary to California. Costume: Brown robe, walking staff, mission bell.

70. St. Peter Julian Eymard – Feast: Aug 2

Founded the Blessed Sacrament Fathers; devoted to the Eucharist. Costume: Black robe, paper or printed monstrance or chalice.

71. St. George – Feast: Apr 23

Soldier-saint who slew a dragon and defended the faith. Costume: Knight armor, red-cross shield, toy sword. Sibling dressed as a dragon is a nice touch.

72. St. Michael the Archangel – Feast: Sept 29

Defender of heaven against Satan. Costume: Armor, wings, sword (cardboard).

73. St. Ignatius of Loyola – Feast: July 31

Soldier-turned-saint, founder of the Jesuits. Costume: Armor or black robe, small book (Spiritual Exercises).

74. St. Longinus – Feast: Mar 15

Roman centurion who pierced Christ’s side and converted. Costume: Roman soldier outfit, toy spear.

75. St. Louis IX of France – Feast: Aug 25

King and crusader known for justice and holiness. Costume: Robe, crown, cross pendant.

76. St. Maurice – Feast: Sept 22

African Roman commander martyred for faith. Costume: Armor or tunic, paper sword, shield.

77. St. Sebastian – Feast: Jan 20

Roman soldier shot with arrows for his Christian faith. Costume: Tunic, cardboard arrows attached safely.

78. St. Olaf of Norway – Feast: July 29

Warrior king who spread Christianity in Scandinavia. Costume: Viking cape, paper crown, sword.

79. St. Wenceslaus – Feast: Sept 28

Czech duke known for generosity and song “Good King Wenceslaus.” Costume: Robe, crown, fur cloak, loaf of bread.

80. St. Edward the Confessor – Feast: Oct 13

English king celebrated for piety and peace. Costume: Royal robe, cross, crown.

81. St. Patrick – Feast: Mar 17

Missionary bishop of Ireland who used the shamrock to teach the Trinity. Costume: Green robe, paper miter, shamrock cutout.

82. St. Paul the Apostle – Feast: June 29

Converted persecutor turned missionary writer of epistles. Costume: Robe, scroll or book, cardboard sword.

83. St. Thomas the Apostle – Feast: July 3

Brought the Gospel to India. Costume: Robe, walking staff, scroll.

84. St. Francis Regis – Feast: June 16

Jesuit missionary to rural France. Costume: Black robe, Bible, cross.

85. St. Peter ToRot – Feast: July 7

Catechist and martyr from Papua New Guinea. Costume: Bright shirt, Bible, cross necklace.

86. St. Paul Miki – Feast: Feb 6

Japanese Jesuit martyred by crucifixion. Costume: Kimono robe, paper cross.

87. St. Andrew Kim Taegon – Feast: Sept 20

Korean priest and martyr. Costume: Traditional Asian tunic, cross pendant.

88. St. Dominic Savio – Feast: Mar 9

Teenage student of St. John Bosco, known for purity and joy. Costume: School uniform, cross, rosary.

89. St. Pier Giorgio Frassati – Feast: July 4

Italian outdoorsman and activist for the poor. Costume: Hiking clothes, backpack, rosary.

90. St. Tarcisius – Feast: Aug 15

Boy martyr protecting the Eucharist. Costume: White robe, pyx or small host image.

91. St. Aloysius Gonzaga – Feast: June 21

Jesuit novice known for chastity and charity. Costume: Black cassock, white surplice.

92. St. Stanislaus Kostka – Feast: Nov 13

Jesuit student and model of youthful holiness. Costume: Black student robe, small crucifix.

93. St. José Gregorio Hernández – Feast: June 29

Venezuelan doctor devoted to serving the poor. Costume: White lab coat, stethoscope.

94. Blessed Alberto Marvelli – Feast: Oct 5

Young engineer and political activist for Catholic social teaching. Costume: Suit, briefcase, cross pin.

95. St. Maximilian Kolbe – Feast: Aug 14

Polish friar who offered his life in Auschwitz. Costume: Gray striped shirt, star, rosary.

96. St. John Paul II – Feast: Oct 22

Beloved pope who spread the Gospel worldwide. Costume: White cassock, red stole, walking stick.

97. St. Oscar Romero – Feast: Mar 24

Archbishop martyred while saying Mass. Costume: Black clerical clothes, glasses, small cross.

98. St. Josemaría Escrivá – Feast: June 26

Founder of Opus Dei, promoted holiness in daily work. Costume: Black suit, book, glasses.

99. St. Charles Lwanga – Feast: June 3

Ugandan martyr who protected young converts. Costume: African tunic, cross pendant.

100. St. John the Evangelist – Feast: Dec 27

Apostle and writer of the Gospel of John. Costume: Simple robe, book, feather quill.

101. St. Paul of the Cross – Feast: Oct 19

Founder of the Passionists. Costume: Black habit, small cross, book.

102. St. Augustine – Feast: Aug 28

Bishop, Doctor of the Church, famous for Confessions. Costume: Bishop’s robe, book, mitre prop.

103. St. Thomas Aquinas – Feast: Jan 28

Doctor of the Church, philosopher, and theologian. Costume: Dominican robe, book, quill pen.

104. St. Jerome – Feast: Sept 30

Translated the Bible into Latin (Vulgate). Costume: Brown robe, scroll or book, small lion plushie.

105. St. Peter – Feast: June 29

Apostle, first pope, “rock” of the Church. Costume: Robe, keys of heaven prop, small fishing net.

St. Paul – Feast: June 29

Apostle to the Gentiles. Costume: Robe, scrolls, staff.

St. Joseph – Feast: Mar 19

Guardian of Jesus, carpenter, model of fatherhood. Costume: Tunic, staff, small carpenter’s tools.

St. Michael – Feast: Sept 29

Archangel who defends the faithful. Costume: Wings, sword, armor props, snake optional.

St. Gabriel – Feast: Sept 29

Messenger of God to Mary. Costume: White robe, wings, small scroll.

St. Raphael – Feast: Sept 29

Healer and guide to Tobias in the Bible. Costume: White robe, wings, small staff or walking stick.

Angels & Biblical Figures

Moses

Led Israelites out of Egypt. Costume: Brown robe, staff, fake tablets of commandments.

King David

Shepherd boy and king of Israel. Costume: Tunic, harp, crown.

Jonah

Swallowed by a great fish. Costume: Tunic, fish plushie, rope belt.

Daniel

Survived the lion’s den. Costume: Robe, lion plushie.

Joseph (Old Testament)

Dreamer and savior of Egypt. Costume: Colorful coat or sash.

Sibling & Family Costume Ideas

Matched Saints

Dress siblings as Sts. Peter and Paul, Sts. Francis and Clare, or Sts. John Paul II and Mother Teresa. Use robes, props, and small cross necklaces to tie the theme together.

Family Themes

Entire family can dress as the Holy Family, the Four Evangelists, or a group of angels. Coordinate robes, wings, halos, and staffs for a fun photo op.

Sibling Group & Family Costume Ideas

• Holy Family – Mary, Joseph, and Baby Jesus.
• Franciscan Friends – St. Francis, St. Clare, St. Anthony.
• Missionary Team – St. Francis Xavier, St. Kateri, St. Damien.
• Angel Trio – Michael, Gabriel, Raphael.
• Fatima Children – Lucia, Francisco, Jacinta.
• Royal Saints – St. Louis IX, St. Margaret, St. Elizabeth.
• Carmelite Trio – St. Thérèse, St. Teresa, St. John of the Cross.
• Modern Saints – Carlo Acutis, Gianna Molla, Pier Giorgio Frassati.
• Martyr Squad – Maria Goretti, José Sánchez, Tarcisius.
• Family of Charity – Mother Teresa, St. Vincent, St. Louise de Marillac.
• Heavenly Choir – Cecilia, Hildegard, Gregory the Great.
• North American Martyrs – Isaac Jogues, Jean de Brébeuf, companions.
• Doctors of the Church – Thérèse, Catherine, Augustine.
• African Saints – Josephine Bakhita, Charles Lwanga, Isidore Bakanja.
• Young Saints – Dominic Savio, Maria Goretti, Carlo Acutis.
• Missionary Families – Pauline Jaricot, Peter To Rot, Damien of Molokai.
• Heavenly Warriors – Joan of Arc, Michael, George.
• Hidden Saints – Joseph, Anna, Joachim.
• Teachers of Faith – John Bosco, Elizabeth Ann Seton, Thomas Aquinas.
• Joyful Saints – Philip Neri, Pier Giorgio, Thérèse.

Quick Reference Costume Guide

Need something fast? Try these easy saint costume shortcuts:

Prop-Based Saints Cheat Sheet

1. Loaf of Bread / Food

• St. Elizabeth of Hungary (Princess / Religious) – Nov 17 – Fed the poor. Prop: Loaf of bread or basket.
• St. Nicholas of Myra (Bishop) – Dec 6 – Generosity to children. Prop: Bag of coins or bread.
• St. Martin of Tours (Bishop) – Nov 11 – Shared cloak with a beggar. Prop: Loaf of bread or cloak.
• St. Lawrence (Deacon / Martyr) – Aug 10 – Patron of cooks and poor. Prop: Bread or small grill prop.

2. Church / Building

• St. Francis of Assisi (Friar) – Oct 4 – Founder of Franciscan order. Prop: Small church model or cross.
• St. Clare of Assisi (Nun / Religious) – Aug 11 – Defended convent. Prop: Small church model.
• St. Barbara (Virgin / Martyr) – Dec 4 – Patron of architects/builders. Prop: Tower or mini church.
• St. Benedict of Nursia (Abbot / Religious) – July 11 – Founder of Benedictines. Prop: Abbey/church model.
• St. Cyril & St. Methodius (Bishops / Missionaries) – Feb 14 – Spread Christianity. Prop: Small church or scroll.

3. Rosary / Prayer

• St. Dominic (Priest / Founder of Dominicans) – White robe, black cape, rosary.
• St. Therese of Lisieux (Carmelite Nun) – Brown habit, rosary, roses.
• St. Teresa of Avila (Carmelite Nun) – Brown habit, cross, book.
• St. Pier Giorgio Frassati (Layman) – Casual clothes, rosary, backpack.
• St. John Paul II (Pope) – White cassock, rosary, red stole.

4. Animal Props

• St. Francis of Assisi – Brown robe, toy animals.
• St. Agnes – White dress, lamb plushie.
• St. Kevin – Monk, birds or small plush crows.
• St. Roch – Pilgrim, dog plushie.
• Jonah – tunic, whale or fish stuffed animal.

5. Baby Jesus / Infant Props

• St. Anthony of Padua – Brown robe, baby Jesus doll, book.
• St. Joseph (Foster Father of Jesus) – Tunic, small carpenter tools, baby doll optional.
• St. Gianna Beretta Molla – Nurse/doctor outfit, baby doll.

6. Musical Instrument Props

• St. Cecilia – White robe, musical instrument (harp, lyre, flute).
• King David – Tunic, harp, crown.
• St. Ambrose – Bishop robes, book, small harp.
• St Hildegard – Benedictine (black) robe and veil, music scroll

7. Medical / Healing Props

• St. Giuseppe Moscati – Lab coat, stethoscope, Bible.
• St. José Gregorio Hernández – White coat, stethoscope, cross.
• St. Camillus de Lellis – Habit or medical coat, cross, toy patient.
• St. Raphael the Archangel – White robe, wings, staff.
• St. Gianna Beretta Molla – Nurse/doctor outfit, baby doll.

8. Staff / Crozier / Walking Stick

• Bishop Saints – Mitre + staff: St. Nicholas, St. Augustine, St. Patrick, St. Charles Borromeo, St. Gregory the Great, St. Leo the Great.
• Pilgrim / Hermit Saints – St. Joseph of Cupertino, St. Kevin.
• Angels – St. Michael, St. Raphael (wings + staff).

9. Crowns / Royalty Props

• St. Louis IX of France (King) – Robe, crown, cross pendant.
• St. Margaret of Scotland (Queen) – Robe, crown, book.
• St. Olaf of Norway (King) – Robe, crown, toy sword.
• St. Wenceslaus (Duke / Martyr) – Robe, crown, loaf of bread.

10. Armor / Soldier Props

• St. Joan of Arc – Cardboard armor, tunic, sword.
• St. George – Tunic, toy sword, dragon plush.
• St. Sebastian – Tunic, cardboard arrows.

11. Scrolls / Books / Learning Props

• St. Augustine of Hippo (Bishop / Doctor) – Bishop robe, mitre, book, cross.
• St. Ambrose (Bishop / Doctor) – Bishop robe, scroll/book.
• St. Teresa of Avila – Brown habit, book.
• St. Catherine of Siena – Dominican habit, book, cross.
• Sts. Cyril & Methodius – Bishop robes, scrolls.

12. Everyday / Modern Props

• St. Carlo Acutis – Hoodie, jeans, laptop/monstrance.
• St. Pier Giorgio Frassati – Hiking clothes, backpack, rosary.
• Blessed Chiara Badano – T-shirt, jeans, rosary bracelet.
• Blessed Sandra Sabattini – Red or white sweater, jeans, notebook/medical bag.
• St. John Paul II – White cassock or suit, walking stick.
• Bl. Aberto Marvelli – White shirt and tie, cross, suitcase. WWII era.

13. Martyr / Red Accents / Cross Props

• St. Lucy – White dress, red sash, symbolic dish.
• St. Agnes – White dress, lamb plushie.
• St. José Sánchez del Río – Boy clothes, small cross.
• St. Lawrence – Deacon robe, grill or red accent.
• St. Sebastian – Tunic, cardboard arrows.

14. Angel / Wings Props

• Gabriel – White robe, wings, scroll.
• Michael – Armor, wings, sword.
• Raphael – White robe, wings, staff.

15. Props / Quick Costume Hacks

• Everyday clothes + 1 key prop = modern or doctor saint.
• Cardboard/felt mitres and staffs = bishop/papal saints.
• Mini plushies, loafs of bread, small church models, baby dolls, rosaries, books, musical instruments.
• Color-coded robes: Brown = Franciscan/Carmelite, Black = Benedictine/Dominican/Jesuit, White = angels/purity/young saints, Blue = Marian, Red = martyrs.

Mary Costume Ideas – Marian Titles & Apparitions

1. Our Lady of Guadalupe
   • Feast Day: Dec 12
   • Facts: Appeared to St. Juan Diego in 1531 in Mexico; symbol of cultural and spiritual unity.
   • Costume Idea: Blue mantle with gold trim, long rose-patterned dress, optional image of the tilma.
2. Our Lady of Lourdes
   • Feast Day: Feb 11
   • Facts: Appeared to St. Bernadette Soubirous in 1858 in Lourdes, France; associated with healing.
   • Costume Idea: White robe, blue sash, hands together in prayer, optional rosary or small spring/water symbol.
3. Our Lady of Fatima
   • Feast Day: May 13
   • Facts: Appeared to three shepherd children in Fatima, Portugal, in 1917; gave messages of prayer and conversion.
   • Costume Idea: White veil and gown, blue sash, hands clasped in prayer, optional rosary beads.
4. Our Lady of Knock
   • Feast Day: Aug 21
   • Facts: Appeared in Knock, Ireland, in 1879; silent apparition with saints and angels.
   • Costume Idea: Simple white gown, veil, hands in prayer; optional backdrop of a small church image.
5. Our Lady of Mount Carmel
   • Feast Day: July 16
   • Facts: Patroness of the Carmelite Order; associated with the brown scapular.
   • Costume Idea: Brown robe, cream or white mantle, small scapular as prop.
6. Immaculate Conception
   • Feast Day: Dec 8
   • Facts: Mary conceived without original sin; patroness of the United States.
   • Costume Idea: White robe, blue sash or veil, optional star or crescent moon motif.
7. Our Lady of Sorrows
   • Feast Day: Sept 15
   • Facts: Honors Mary’s suffering and compassion; seven sorrows.
   • Costume Idea: Dark blue or black veil and robe, optional small sword prop to symbolize her sorrows.
8. Our Lady of the Rosary
   • Feast Day: Oct 7
   • Facts: Mary encouraged prayer of the rosary; linked to the Battle of Lepanto.
   • Costume Idea: White or light blue robe, dark blue mantle, holding rosary beads.
9. Queen of Heaven
   • Feast Day: Aug 22 (Queenship of Mary)
   • Facts: Honors Mary’s role as Queen of Heaven; often crowned.
   • Costume Idea: Blue and white gown, gold crown, optional scepter.
10. Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal
    • Feast Day: Nov 27 (Feast of St. Catherine Laboure)
    • Facts: Mary appeared to St. Catherine Laboure in Paris, giving the Miraculous Medal.
    • Costume Idea: Blue and white gown, veil, hold small medal image or a DIY cardboard medal.
11. Our Lady of the Pillar
    • Feast Day: Oct 12
    • Facts: Appeared to St. James in Zaragoza, Spain; first Marian apparition in history.
    • Costume Idea: White or cream robe, hold small pillar prop or staff.
12. Our Lady Help of Christians
    • Feast Day: May 24
    • Facts: Patroness invoked during wars and crises; often pictured with child Jesus.
    • Costume Idea: Blue robe and mantle, holding baby Jesus doll, optional crown.
13. Star of the Sea (Stella Maris)
    • Feast Day: Sept 27 (optional for local celebration)
    • Facts: Mary as protector of travelers, especially sailors.
    • Costume Idea: Blue robe, white mantle, optional star or small ship prop.
14. Our Lady of La Salette
    • Feast Day: Sept 19
    • Facts: Appeared to two children in La Salette, France, in 1846; urged repentance.
    • Costume Idea: Simple gown with veil, optional small candle or rosary.
15. Our Lady of Good Help (Champion, Wisconsin)
    • Feast Day: Oct 8
    • Facts: Only approved apparition in the U.S.; appeared to Adele Brise in 1859.
    • Costume Idea: Blue veil and gown, hands in prayer, optional small rosary.

Saints Canonized on October 19, 2025

1. José Gregorio Hernández (Venezuela)
   • Known as the “doctor of the poor,” Hernández was a beloved physician who provided free medical care to the needy. He was tragically killed in 1919 while helping a sick elderly woman. His canonization marks Venezuela’s first saint. AP News
2. Peter To Rot (Papua New Guinea)
   • A lay catechist martyred during World War II for his steadfast commitment to monogamous marriage and his efforts to preserve religious practices amid occupation. He built a hidden church and continued religious services in secret, ultimately leading to his execution. The Guardian
3. Bartolo Longo (Italy)
   • Once a Satanic priest, Longo underwent a profound religious conversion and later dedicated his life to promoting the rosary. He helped establish the Shrine of Our Lady of the Rosary of Pompeii. The Times
4. Ignazio Choukrallah Maloyan (Armenia)
   • A bishop who was killed during the Armenian genocide, Maloyan is honored for his martyrdom and steadfast faith. EWTN Vatican
5. Maria Troncatti (Italy/Ecuador)
   • A member of the Salesian Sisters of Don Bosco, Troncatti served as a nurse during World War I and later worked in the missions in Ecuador, where she died in a plane crash in 1969. Wikipedia
6. Maria del Monte Carmelo Rendiles Martínez (Venezuela)
   • A Venezuelan nun who dedicated her life to education and the welfare of children, particularly in marginalized communities. America Magazine
7. Vincenza Maria Poloni (Italy)
   • A nun who devoted herself to aiding the sick and impoverished, Poloni is remembered for her charitable works and deep spirituality.

Conclusion

With these 120 saint costume ideas, All Saints’ Day can become a joyful, educational, and faith-filled celebration for your kids, classroom, or parish. Each saint story becomes a mini lesson in courage, holiness, and love. For more Catholic homeschool activities, saint printables, and All Saints’ resources, check out the Kindling Wild Shop. Encourage your children to share the stories of the saints they dress as — it’s a beautiful way to make faith come alive!