The best Halloween costume stores in L.A. to shop for a haunting look

Not one, not two, but three stores in the same vicinity! And just six doors away from each other! It’s like a one-stop Halloween-prep outing. Take a peek inside Halloween Town Original (2921 W Magnolia Blvd), its sister shop Halloween Town Costumes (3021 W Magnolia Blvd) and Halloween Town Kids (3013 W Magnolia Blvd) for costumes and decor. Designed to feel like an authentic haunted house, Halloween Town carries all manner of spooky things: toys, novelties, apparel, books, gifts, art, props and décor.

From high-end makeup to a wide range of costuming accessories, this store has a lot going for it, but the biggest draw is its straight-from-the-movie-studio costumes available for purchase or to rent. Robinson is also known for its vast range of wigs that can transform you into just about anyone. Pirates and princesses are always in-demand, but they also have plenty in the disco, Western, flapper and famous people categories. If you’re looking to get some laughs, you could always grab a wild card (head-to-toe animal suits included).

This family-owned store is a year-round haven specializing in both costume rentals and sales, ensuring that every season is a perfect occasion for dress-up. It carries some rare and one-of-a-kind items for both children and adults, spanning classic scary costumes, superhero and villain outfits, cartoon characters, roaring ’20s getups and more. Top off your look with one of Ursula’s many accessories including wigs, jewelry, wings, fake teeth, makeup and temporary tattoos. 

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A Hollywood icon, this intimate lingerie and costume boutique nestled on La Cienega Boulevard has been a go-to destination for over 25 years, serving everyone from A-list celebrities like Madonna and Pamela Anderson to Halloween and party enthusiasts. Staying true to its name, the store offers sultry versions of beloved characters and fantasies, featuring everything from Catwoman ensembles to playful French maid costumes, and much more. Recognizing that not everyone enjoys shopping for intimates in public, the store has a unique (and very affordable) membership requirement to shop. For just $2 a year, it offers what might be the most budget-friendly membership in all of Los Angeles, making it more accessible than metered parking!

This tiki-style shack is home to our favorite vintage shop west of the 405, located deep in the heart of Topanga Canyon. Once you get past the pirates guarding the entrance, you’ll be privy to what appears to be the contents of a kooky grandmother’s attic—think: varsity jackets, military uniforms, ’80s graphic tees, Nordic sweaters, antique sleepwear and Halloween costumes year-round. Of course, they’ve also got a more traditional range of vintage gear for men and women, too—much of it under $30—but we recommend leaving no marching band jacket unturned as you explore this offbeat shop.

This party center not only offers decorations and all your Halloween needs, but also a big selection of rental and retail costumes and accessories year-round. Get lost in the aisles and browse an eclectic selection, featuring outfits, wigs, and accessories for everyone in the family, including men, women, kids, infants, and even your furry friends. From iconic figures like Batman and Harry Potter to elegant masquerade gowns and masks, they have it all to make your costume dreams come true.

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Tucked away in the heart of North Hollywood, Valentinos is a haven for the Halloween aficionado who’s absolutely dead serious about their costume game. This costume shop stands out as a quintessential hub for Halloween and themed party enthusiasts, catering to a diverse clientele that spans the worlds of film, television, theatre, schools and, of course, the general public. Rent an epic costume for your next event. Make an appointment to check out what’s in store.

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Located on the bottom floor of the Burbank Mall, this Halloween superstore is the ultimate haunt for trick-or-treaters and costume party fanatics of all ages. With its sprawling layout and impeccable organization (a true rarity among costume shops), it’s a vibrant treasure trove of options. Here, you’ll discover an electrifying array of superhero attire, timeless classics like Dracula and the Bride of Frankenstein, and a captivating cast of your beloved cosplay characters. Plus, dive into a treasure hunt for clearance costumes, and explore a fantastical assortment of outfits tailored just for your little ones, including adorable options for infants and toddlers that are guaranteed to inspire a full-fledged Halloween photo shoot on your phone.

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Opened in 1984, this family-owned shop started as a vintage clothing store and later transformed into a locally-beloved shop for all things costumes. It may be an intimate space, but the aisles are stacked with all kinds of Halloween costumes for kids and adults alike. Pair your ensemble with a mix of accessories including hats, makeup, wigs, shoes, and more. Throughout the month of October, Pok-a-Dots Costumes is open every day, making it a reliable haunt for all your spooky season needs.

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Forget about settling for replica costumes of your favorite TV characters; here, you’ll be pulling the original ensembles right off the rack. Transform into a star, quite literally, at this locally beloved store that offers a chance to don clothing worn by actors and actresses on the big and small screens. From elegant designer attire to campy Star Trek uniforms, they’ve got it all. Best of all, the prices are reasonable, making it accessible for all aspiring Hollywood fashionistas.

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Thumbing through the racks at this costume designer favorite truly feels like you’re tiptoeing through the decades. Maybe it’s the sweet salesgirls with pin curls and red lipstick, or maybe it’s the old neon Moorpark Pharmacy sign that spans the back wall. All we know for sure is that Playclothes’ selection of reasonably-priced pieces for men, women, children and home is one of the most consistently fantastic in L.A. The inventory is mostly from the 1940s to the ’80s, both designer and ready-to-wear, and includes gems from beaded mid-century cardigans to embroidered ’70s handbags. We’ve never once left there empty handed, and are pretty confident we never will. Browse the costume rentals catalog for serious inspo.

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Face it, if you’ve waited until the last minute to pull together your Halloween costume, chances are you’re going to drop into one of these massive Halloween chainstore pop-ups that will have the last sexy pirate get-up in the city. These high-visibility Spirit Halloween stores have some 1,000 locations across the country, many of them in L.A. Spirit also claims to be the largest Halloween specialty store in existence. We don’t doubt it. Hours vary practically daily up until Halloween, so check the website for opening times and to find a megastore near you.

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If it’s anything like years past, the staff at this kitschy novelty store (with additional locations in Torrance and Orange County) goes all out for Halloween, with fog machines blasting, a seven-foot spider flanking the building and a 12-foot scarecrow welcoming you in. You can find almost any accessory, prop or prepackaged costume here—from superheros to leopard leotard getups. But for one-stop Halloween shopping, Aahs’ Halloween Club chain in Buena Park and La Mirada offers a ton of costumes, theatrical make-up, masks, props, fog machines and all that scary-making stuff. See the Halloween Club website for store locations.

Sometimes the best costume shop is the closest costume shop. The Walmart of party shops, Party City has a variety of cheap costumes for all ages—and even a small selection for dogs. They’re better known for carrying a bounty of paper party supplies, from gift bags and decorative plates and napkins to spooky spider decorations and helium balloons galore. It’s not the most inspiring store, but you’re never far from one. Check the website for Party City locations near you.