Calgary 
Whether you’re dressing up for a Halloween party, getting the kids ready for trick-or-treating, or turning your front yard into a haunted house, Calgary has plenty of places to find costumes and decorations.
You don’t necessarily need to purchase a complete costume, either. Some of the city’s specialty shops sell wigs, theatrical makeup, masks and accessories that can turn clothes you already own into a Halloween outfit. Others offer costume rentals, supplies for homemade creations and professional-quality props..
Costume Shops in Calgary
1. The Costume Shoppe
For anyone putting together a detailed costume, The Costume Shoppe is a useful place to start. This family-owned Calgary store carries ready-made outfits, wigs, masks, accessories, theatrical makeup and materials for creating costumes from scratch.
Shoppers can look for familiar movie and television characters or build something more individual using foam, adhesives, paints and cosplay materials. There are also changing rooms for trying on costumes before buying.
One particularly useful option is the rental department. Rather than spending money on an outfit you may wear only once, you can arrange a consultation to explore vintage clothing, historical costumes and other specialty pieces.
The store operates year-round and offers online shopping, curbside pickup and local delivery.
Where: 4307 Blackfoot Trail SE, Calgary
The Costume Shoppe | Costume Rentals
2. Don’s Costume & Make Up Shop
Don’s has been part of Calgary’s costume-shopping scene for decades. Previously known as Don’s Hobby Shop, the store specializes in costumes, theatrical makeup and accessories for Halloween, cosplay and stage performances.
This is worth considering when a costume needs convincing finishing touches. Its selection includes wigs, character makeup, prosthetic adhesives, special-effects products and other supplies that are harder to find in an ordinary clothing store.
You can purchase complete costumes or concentrate on the details, such as creating a zombie face, transforming into an elderly character or adding theatrical effects to a familiar Halloween outfit.
Online ordering and local pickup are available.
Where: 1515 Centre Street NW, Calgary
3. Canuck Amusements & Merchandising
Canuck Amusements is a local option for families who want to buy costumes and Halloween party supplies in one trip.
The store carries officially licensed character costumes for adults and children, with selections inspired by Disney, Marvel and other movies and television shows. Its online catalogue also includes individual accessories, making it useful when you already have most of an outfit.
Beyond costumes, Canuck sells party decorations, balloons, games and other entertaining supplies. That makes it a practical stop for anyone hosting a Halloween gathering or planning a themed birthday party around the same time.
Where: 3911 37 Street SW, Calgary
Canuck Amusements Halloween Costumes
4. Halloween Alley
Halloween Alley has two Calgary locations for 2026, and neither matches the addresses in the older guide.
Both seasonal stores carry costumes for children, adults and pets, along with masks, wigs, makeup, props and decorations. Shoppers can also explore larger Halloween displays, including animatronic decorations for indoor and outdoor setups.
For those shopping on a budget, the chain has a Green Tag section featuring discounted items. There are also licensed character costumes, plus-size options and seasonal collectibles.
2026 Calgary Locations:
- 3581 20 Avenue NE, Calgary
- 9737 Macleod Trail SW, Unit D220, Calgary
5. Spirit Halloween
Spirit Halloween is back in Calgary with three locations for the 2026 season.
These temporary stores are particularly useful when you want to browse several complete costumes in one place. The selection includes outfits for adults, teenagers, children and babies, along with movie characters, superheroes, horror icons and coordinating costumes for groups.
Spirit also carries Halloween makeup, wigs, masks, accessories, inflatables and animated decorations. Anyone planning a haunted garage or front-yard display may want to browse its larger props and animatronics.
The stores operate seasonally, so shoppers should use the current addresses rather than returning to previous years’ locations.
2026 Calgary Locations:
- 5008 Macleod Trail SW, Suite 201, Calgary, in the former Inspiration Flooring location
- 901 64 Avenue NE, Suite 1110, Calgary, in the former Sears location
- 2335 162 Avenue SW, Suite 4, Calgary, next to Sobeys Liquors
Spirit Halloween Calgary Stores
6. Party City
Party City is another option for buying Halloween costumes and picking up everything needed for a party at the same time.
Its Halloween collection covers children’s and adult costumes, wigs, masks, accessories, makeup and costume props. There are also options for couples, groups and pets.
For home decorations, look for inflatable figures, animated characters, Halloween lights, tombstones, fog machines and seasonal tableware. The selection makes Party City particularly useful for families hosting Halloween gatherings, school parties or trick-or-treating events.
Shoppers can browse the online catalogue and check product availability at their preferred store before visiting.
Calgary Locations:
- 9950 Macleod Trail SE, Unit 4, Calgary
- 3320 20 Avenue NE, Unit 109, Calgary
- 111 Crowfoot Terrace NW, Calgary
Party City Halloween Collection
Where to Find Budget-Friendly and Second-Hand Halloween Costumes
A Halloween costume does not have to come from a costume shop. Calgary’s second-hand stores are worth checking for clothing and accessories that can be combined into something original.
7. Value Village
If your costume idea involves vintage clothing, an unusual jacket, a particular dress or a few inexpensive accessories, try browsing Value Village.
Rather than looking only at packaged Halloween costumes, check the regular clothing racks. A second-hand suit could become part of a vampire or detective costume, while an old dress, scarf or unusual hat might be the starting point for something completely different.
Value Village also carries used household goods that can sometimes work as Halloween decorations. Inventory changes frequently, so finding the right piece may take more than one visit.
Calgary Locations:
- 5720 Silver Springs Boulevard NW, Suite 28
- 104 58 Avenue SE
- 3405 34 Street NE
- 9737 Macleod Trail SW
- 305 Shawville Boulevard SE, Unit D305
- 50 Sage Hill Plaza NW
- 120 8 Avenue SW, Value Village Boutique on Stephen Avenue
Website: Value Village Calgary Locations
8. Goodwill
Goodwill is another place to look for affordable pieces when assembling a costume yourself.
The stores sell second-hand clothing, shoes, jewellery, handbags, home decorations and other donated goods. You might find a jacket for a retro outfit, something suitable for a pirate costume, or accessories that are more interesting than those sold in a packaged set.
The selection changes as donations arrive. Shopping earlier in October gives you more time to find pieces that work together, rather than searching for everything on Halloween afternoon.
Purchases also support Goodwill’s employment programs for Albertans with disabilities.
Calgary Thrift Store Locations Include:
- 306 Glenmore Trail SW
- 2731 57 Avenue SE, Impact Centre Outlet
- 4625 Varsity Drive NW
- 2930 32 Avenue NE
- 9655 Macleod Trail SW
- 5707 Macleod Trail SW, Price Drop Shop
- 710, 12024 Sarcee Trail NW, Beacon Heights
Goodwill Calgary Thrift Stores
9. WINS Thrift Stores
WINS, or Women in Need Society, offers another route to creating a Halloween costume without buying every piece new.
Its Calgary thrift stores carry second-hand clothing, accessories and household goods. The appeal here is being able to combine pieces rather than following a ready-made costume design.
Look for dresses, jackets, scarves, belts and other accessories that might help create a historical character, a familiar movie look or a last-minute party outfit.
Purchases support WINS programs in Calgary.
Calgary Locations:
- Beltline: 1005 11 Avenue SW
- Dover: 3525 26 Avenue SE
- Glenbrook: 110, 67 Glenbrook Place SW
- Macleod Plaza: Unit 32, 180 94 Avenue SE
- Manchester: 105J 58 Avenue SE
- Bowness: 6432 Bowness Road NW
- Richmond: 2907 Richmond Road SW
WINS also operates the MORE Store at Unit 133, 7007 54 Street SE. Its bulk-thrifting model lists clothing and selected accessories starting at $1 per item, with lower per-item pricing for larger purchases.
Where to Buy Materials for Homemade Halloween Costumes
10. Michaels
Michaels is a useful alternative when you want to create your own Halloween costume, decorate an existing outfit or make seasonal decorations.
The craft retailer carries face paint, fabric paint, glitter, adhesives, foam and other materials for costume-making. For decorations, shoppers can look for artificial pumpkins, wreath supplies, ribbons, artificial flowers and seasonal craft kits.
For 2026, Michaels has several Halloween decoration collections with different themes, ranging from nostalgic orange-and-black decorations to gothic and Victorian-inspired designs.
The store is especially useful for school costume projects, handmade masks and personalised Halloween decorations.
Calgary Locations:
- 5588 Signal Hill Centre SW
- 350 Shawville Boulevard SE
- 3160 27 Street NE
- 11486 Sarcee Trail NW
- 130 Country Village Road NE
- 8180 11 Street SE, Bay 400
- 145 East Hills Boulevard SE, Suite 50
11. Fabricland
If you sew your own costumes or plan to modify second-hand clothing, Fabricland is worth adding to your shopping route.
You can look for fabric, lining, ribbons, sewing supplies, fasteners and decorative materials to create capes, skirts, historical outfits and other custom clothing.
Fabricland is particularly useful when an off-the-shelf costume does not fit properly or when you want to create an outfit that can be reused. Even a simple cape or decorated vest can make an ordinary set of clothes look more like a finished costume.
Calgary Locations:
- 7130 Fisher Road SE
- 3221 Sunridge Way NE, Unit 735
- 12024 Sarcee Trail NW, Unit 820
Specialty Costume Rentals and Halloween Props
12. Dark Age Creations
Planning to dress as a medieval knight, warrior or historical character? Dark Age Creations specializes in armour, chainmail, medieval clothing and other historical equipment.
Its catalogue includes items intended for historical reenactment, theatre and film. The company also advertises rentals of historical costumes, armour and stage-safe swords.
This is a more specialized option than a typical Halloween store, particularly for someone who wants a detailed medieval costume rather than a packaged outfit.
Where: 508 42 Avenue SE, Calgary
Website: Dark Age Creations
Contact the business before visiting to confirm its current showroom and rental availability.
13. The Costume Collective
The Costume Collective is a Calgary costume design and rental house that primarily serves the film, television and theatre industries.
Its collection includes vintage clothing, period costumes, uniforms, formalwear and other pieces that can be difficult to source elsewhere.
Unlike a regular costume store, this is not a walk-in Halloween shopping destination. Costume selections are arranged by appointment, and customers must provide information about the items and approximate sizes needed.
It is worth contacting for theatrical productions or elaborate historical costume projects, although ordinary Halloween party rentals are not its primary focus.
Where: Bay D, 1135 44 Avenue SE, Calgary. By appointment only.
Website: The Costume Collective
14. Haunted Calgary Prop Rentals
If you’re creating a haunted house rather than shopping for a costume, Haunted Calgary offers themed prop rentals.
Its catalogue includes haunted-house decorations, creepy dolls, assorted body parts, clown decorations, pirate props, pumpkin displays and complete collections of Halloween accessories.
For example, its listed rental packages include a Haunted House kit for $300, a Pumpkin Patch collection for $150 and a Circus collection for $350.
The organization also offers custom prop and set construction for special events, film productions and haunted attractions.
This is a rental service, not a regular retail costume shop. Customers must contact the organization to discuss availability and arrange rentals.
Where: Calgary, by arrangement
Website: Haunted Calgary Prop Rentals
15. Magnum SFX
For professional-looking fake blood and other theatrical effects, Magnum SFX is another Calgary company to consider.
The company took over the former Bleeding Art Industries stage-blood formulations and now sells them under its Fake Blood Co. brand.
The range includes different quantities of washable theatrical blood for stage productions, costumes and special-effects work. Magnum SFX also supplies fog and haze products and professional event effects.
Orders can be placed online, with designated pickup available in Calgary.
Where: Online ordering and arranged pickup. The company’s warehouse is not a public retail storefront.
Website: Magnum SFX Fake Blood
Where Should You Shop First?
For a complete costume, start with The Costume Shoppe, Don’s, Halloween Alley or Spirit Halloween. For coordinated Halloween decorations and party supplies, Party City and Canuck Amusements offer additional choices.
If you’d rather make something yourself, try Value Village, Goodwill or WINS for second-hand clothing and then Michaels or Fabricland for finishing materials.
For a costume rental, The Costume Shoppe is a practical starting point. More elaborate theatrical projects may require contacting a specialist. For large haunted-house installations, Haunted Calgary offers dedicated prop rentals.
Seasonal stores can change locations from year to year, and individual costume sizes may sell out as October 31 approaches. Checking the store’s current address and stock before leaving home can save an unnecessary trip.