Goodwill Your Ultimate DIY Halloween Headquarters

Halloween is just around the corner! Before you rush to a pop-up shop for a generic, mass-produced costume, make Goodwill of Southern New England your first stop. This year, we are taking the stress out of DIY dressing with exciting new in-store experiences that make finding your perfect look easier than ever.

The Halloween Lookbook & Costume Recipes

Struggling with the classic “I don’t know where to start” hurdle? We have you covered!

Costume Recipe Books: Stationed right with our in-store Costume Gurus, these lookbooks provide simple, visual starting points for DIY costumes.

Accessible Inspiration: Learn how to build incredible, unique looks using general, everyday items you can easily find right on our clothing racks.

Meet Your Personal “Costume Guru”

While the Recipe Book provides the inspiration, our brand-new Costume Guru brings it to life! Acting as your personal Halloween stylist, our in-store Guru is here to ensure you leave with a completed costume instead of empty-handed.

Expert Navigation: They will help you track down the exact pieces you need to finish your look.

Creative Substitutions: Can’t find a 1970s tweed blazer? Your Guru will suggest the perfect brown sport coat or corduroy swap to keep your costume totally on track.

The “Costume Quest” Scavenger Hunt

Bring the whole family for a thrilling thrift adventure! We will be hosting an interactive “Costume Quest” scavenger hunt to keep the little ones entertained while you browse the aisles. The exact date will be posted on our social media pages, so be sure to follow us and stay tuned!

Child’s Reward: Once they complete the hunt, kids earn fun engagement prizes like spooky stickers or temporary tattoos.
Parent’s Reward: Adults get a treat, too! Complete the quest to unlock a special “Quest Completion” discount on a seasonal item to help you save even more.

Sustainable Spooks & Community Impact

Thrifting your costume keeps your budget intact and perfectly good clothing out of the landfill. Best of all, every dollar you spend directly funds person-centered employment, job training, and vital community services right here in our neighborhoods.

Grab your shopping cart and let the Halloween treasure hunt begin!