Inspire young imaginations with our When I Grow Up – Book Week Costumes collection. From everyday heroes to exciting careers, discover children's occupation costumes perfect for school dress-up days, Book Week, career days and classroom role play. Whether they dream of becoming a firefighter, police officer, doctor, nurse, astronaut, pilot, chef, explorer or another everyday hero, you'll find everything needed to bring their future career to life.

Choose from firefighters, police officers, doctors, nurses, astronauts, pilots, chefs, veterinarians, scientists, explorers and many more occupations. Our range includes children's occupation costumes, uniforms, hats, badges, stethoscopes, helmets and accessories to complete the look.

Popular Occupation Costumes

• Firefighter
• Police Officer
• Doctor
• Nurse
• Astronaut
• Pilot
• Chef
• Veterinarian
• Scientist
• Builder
• Explorer
• Army Soldier

Perfect For:

• Book Week
• School dress-up days
• Career days
• Classroom role play
• World Book Day
• Theatre productions

Shop online with fast Australia-wide shipping or visit our Brisbane costume store in Taringa for expert advice and fittings.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best "When I Grow Up" Book Week costumes?

Firefighters, police officers, doctors, nurses, astronauts, pilots and chefs are among the most popular choices for Book Week.

Are occupation costumes suitable for school dress-up days?

Yes. Occupation costumes are perfect for Book Week, career days, classroom role play and school dress-up events.

Do you ship Australia-wide?

Yes. We offer fast Australia-wide shipping and Click & Collect from our Brisbane costume store.