To kick off this year’s annual Spooktacular extravaganza, we’ve brought back this fan-favorite contest to get you in the spirit!
We love any occasion that calls for costumes, and always look forward to the amazingly creative ones our fans come up with during Halloween! This year, prizes will be awarded for our favorite costumed contestants in three categories:
Winners Announced!
Best Overall Costume $100 in Sideshow Rewards Points
Congratulations to Nick O. (and friends) for their inspiring E.T. homage!
 Best DIY (Home-made) Costume $50 in Sideshow Rewards Points
Congratulations to the Aquino family for their awesome home-made Lego people costumes!
Best Dressed Pets $25 in Sideshow Rewards Points
Congratulations to Jorge M. and his fairy dog, Nina!
Winners will be notified by our contest fulfillment team by email. No further action is needed to claim your prize. Keep an eye on your inbox!
Thanks to everyone this year who participated! Check out all of the amazing entries we had this year below!
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