Great news! The number of sponsors for the first ever National Independent Costume Store Day is growing! Now we have eight sponsors: Disguise at the Hero level; Kryolan at the Magic Maker level; KBW at the Scene Stealer level; and Ben Nye, Graftobian, Loftus, Imposta Costumes and Ellie Shoes at the Standing Ovation level. These vendors are supporting an event that is destined to become a key factor driving business to local costume stores...and an overall super-fun day!
National Independent Costume Store Day is being launched by the NCA on Saturday, October 10, 2026. On that day, participating NCA member stores across the country will celebrate the new holiday by welcoming customers with customer appreciation events, costume showcases, behind-the-scenes tours, cosplay gatherings, theater partnerships, educational programs, charity fundraisers, and other activities that highlight what makes their businesses special.
To support the effort, the NCA will provide members with marketing materials, social media graphics, press releases, promotional ideas, signage, and media outreach resources. The association will also coordinate national publicity efforts while allowing each store to customize the event for its local audience.
The event is modeled after Independent Bookstore Day and Record Store Day, two successful events that pack those local businesses.
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Thank you to our sponsors!
Hero Sponsor
Magic Maker Sponsor
Scene Stealer Sponsor
Standing Ovation Sponsors
