Just because you’re a runner, doesn’t mean you can’t have a little fun, wearing costumes for running. Some of our favorite races are perfect for running in costume, in fact – many of them actually encourage it.
Gearing up for your own running event? Trying to find (or make) your very own costumes for running? Luckily, we have plenty ideas for running costumes, including a few that are extra “super.”
Captain USA Running Costume
Feeling “super”? Do you have an affinity for anything red, white, blue & stars? Do you wish your friends called you “captain”? Then we have the perfect superhero inspired running costume. Here’s what you’ll need…
Captain USA Running Costume Essentials
* {one} royal blue Sparkle Visor
* {one} a Captain American logo’ed tank, or use a plain royal blue tank top & “stick” the Captain America logo on (by printing it on sticker paper or using plain paper & tape)
* {one} pair of red Sparkle Sleeves
* {one} royal blue Sparkle Athletic Running Skirt
* {one} pair of Star & Stripes Compression Socks
* {two} pairs silver wing Shoe Shwings (attach one pair to your visor, one pair is for your shoes)
* optional: red running shoes & your Captain USA “shield” – while they aren’t necessary, red running shoes & a shield really are the “icing on the cake”
Find nearly everything you need to complete the Captain USA running costume here.
Captain USA Running Costume Assembly
Assembling this Captain USA running costume is pretty self-explanatory… but once you’re dressed, voilà ! A superhero inspired running costumes DIY style.
Have fun creating your own costumes for running! For even more costumes for running ideas, check out our entire running costume guide.