Love it or hate it, Halloween is almost here. And if you’re anything like us, you haven’t even thought about what you’re going to wear yet.
Well, have no fear – at least until the night of ghouls and ghosts itself – we’ve compiled a list of the best places to get a Halloween costume in Calgary this year.
So, in the spirit of all things Halloween, happy shopping… we hope you have a killer, thriller, chiller night out!
Value Village
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What: Value Village is an iconic Halloween costume shop. If you’re on a budget, there’s a vast selection of second-hand costumes to choose from, or you can get creative with their usual selection of year-round hand-me-downs. If that doesn’t suit your fancy, there’s a big selection of brand new costumes too.
Where:
104 58th Avenue SE
5720 Silver Springs Boulevard NW #28
Midnapore Mall — 240 Midpark Way SE #1
3405 34th Street NE
When: From 9 am to at least 9 pm every day, except Sundays (10 am to 7 pm)
Spirit Halloween
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What: Spirit Halloween is a chain that seems to pop up every year at various locations around town. It’s the quintessential place to get a costume, get it for a reasonable price, and get it quickly. Plus, they have makeup tips videos.
Where:
Unit 1120, 901 64th Avenue NE
5663 Signal Hill Centre SW
9631 MacLeod Trail SW
Hours: 10 am to 9 pm
The Costume Shoppe
What: The Costume Shoppe has everything you need for Halloween, with a large variety of accessories, wigs, and costumes for men, women, and children.
Where: 4307 Blackfoot Trail SE
When: Monday to Friday 9:30 am to 9 pm. 10 am to 7 pm on weekends
Don’s Hobby Shop and Theatrical Supplies
What: Don’s Hobby Shop has what you need to make your costume dreams and nightmares come true. With plenty of special effects makeup and accessories, this is the place to come to ensure your Halloween look stands out.
Where: 1515 Centre Street North
When: From 10 am to 9 pm Monday to Friday; 10 am to 6 pm Saturday and Sunday
Party City
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What: Party City is the place for all your Halloween party supplies. One of Calgary’s bigger retailers, this place has a large selection of costumes and hundreds of accessories.
Where:
9950 Macleod Trail SE
3320 20th Avenue NE
3120 27th Street NE
When: Hours vary, check website for details