Are you excited for two mega group of periodical cicadas to emerge this spring? 2024 will see the first emergence of 17-year cicadas and 13-year cicadas to hit in one year since 1803!

Brood XIII and Brood XIX with both start emerging in late April, with a major convergence occurring in central Illinois where the groups overlap geographically. Brood XIII is found across the northern half of Illinois into northern Wisconsin and eastern Iowa. Brood XIX has a larger range that covers the southern half of Illinois, most of Missouri, and parts of most other southeastern states.

That makes this is a special event to be commemorated, especially across the range of emergence. How about having some fun with the cicadas with these fun novelty costume items? Dress up as a bug or share bug love with this gear.

Holographic Insect Wings for Cicada Costume

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These polyester/vinyl wings with an iridescent shine have the right shape and interesting color scheme to make up part of your cicada costume this year!

Red Bug Eye Glasses for Cicada Costume

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Emulate the reddish eyes of cicadas with this pair of bug eye glasses. The glasses have a unique bug shape for extra interest.

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Looking to do a little costume DIY? These fun metallic-look pieces are a great base for several different costumes. Think robots,Goldfinger victim, alien or astronaut, steampunk look, rock or pop star, or video game character! Let your imagination run wild with these base costume garment pieces.

The stretchy material is comfortable and easy to work with. These flashy pieces also work for holiday party outfits and clubwear.

The tank top is made of polyester and spandex. It is shown here in gold; it also available in other metallic look colors like silver, copper (brown metallic), platinum (black metallic), and others.

The metallic wet-look leggings are made of polyester and spandex. They are shown here in gold but you can get them in other colors including silver, red, and purple.

Allegra K Women's Shiny Top Party Club Cami Sparkly Metallic Tank Top – U Neck, Metallic, Sparkly, Sleeveless, Holographic Tank Top; This top pairs perfectly with pu pants, jeans, skirts, jacket, and suitable for any seasons.; Occasion: Christmas Day,... View on Amazon
Loxdonz Women Wet Look Shiny Metallic Leggings Liquid Waist Stretch Pants (Medium, Gold) – ✿ Completely opaque, these leggings are not see-through at all and are comfortably designed to be mid rise and full, ankle length for most people.; ✿... View on Amazon