Athletes showcase creative Halloween costumes at 2026 events
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 31, 2026, 12:19 PM
Last updated Oct 31, 2026
Athletes celebrated Halloween 2026 by showcasing a variety of imaginative costumes, particularly during team gatherings. The San Francisco 49ers hosted a party during their bye week, featuring notable costumes like Brock and Jenna Purdy as Sulley and Mike Wazowski from 'Monsters, Inc.' and Brayden Willis and Tatyanah Bass as Mermaid Man and Barnacle Boy. Former tennis player Genie Bouchard also paid tribute to Britney Spears’ iconic performance at the 2001 MTV Video Music Awards. Costumes ranged from humorous to nostalgic, reflecting athletes' personalities and pop culture references, providing a fun break from their competitive routines.
- •San Francisco 49ers hosted a Halloween party during their bye week.
- •Brayden Willis and Tatyanah Bass dressed as Mermaid Man and Barnacle Boy.
- •Brock and Jenna Purdy wore costumes from 'Monsters, Inc.'
- •Genie Bouchard recreated Britney Spears’ famous MTV look.
- •Nate Hobbs dressed as Daejon Love at the party.
- 12:19 PMYahoo Sports — 11 best athlete Halloween costumes of 2026
"From spooky transformations to clever pop culture tributes, check out the best athlete Halloween costumes of 2026
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