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.”

Sidekick Running Costume

Feeling “super”?  Are you more comfortable with bats than you’d like to admit?  If the answer is yes, then we have the perfect superhero inspired running costume. Here’s what you’ll need…

Sidekick Running Costume Essentials

* {one}  yellow Sparkle Visor
* {one} red tank top with “R” embellishment (or print an “R”  on sticker paper or use plain paper & tape)
* {one} pair of green Sparkle Sleeves
* {one} green Sparkle Athletic Running Skirt
* {one} yellow Super Sparkle Cape
* {one} pair gold lightning bolt Shoe Shwings 
* optional: black  running shoes – while they aren’t necessary, black running shoes are the “icing on the cake”

Find nearly everything you need to complete the Sidekick Superhero running costume here.

Sidekick Running Costume Assembly

Assembling the Sidekick Superhero 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.