In Istanbul, buy a Halloween costume from the costume shop Kostumpartim, masks and makeup in Tahtakale, and pieces for a costume built from clothes in the Grand Bazaar or İstiklal's second-hand shops. The code SAUCY gives 5% off at Kostumpartim.
Where to buy a Halloween costume in Istanbul
There are four routes to a Halloween costume in Istanbul: a costume shop, the wholesale market, second-hand and hire. The city has no seasonal Halloween aisle in every supermarket, so leaving the costume to the last week narrows the options.
| Option | Best for | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Costume shop | A complete, ready-made costume | Kostumpartim |
| Wholesale market | Masks, wigs, makeup | Tahtakale |
| Bazaar and second-hand | A costume built from clothes | Grand Bazaar, İstiklal |
| Hire | An elaborate costume for one night | Costume hire shops |
What is the Kostumpartim discount code?
The Kostumpartim discount code is SAUCY, and it gives 5% off. The code is offered to Saucy readers under an arrangement with Kostumpartim. Kostumpartim is a costume shop in Istanbul and sells online at kostumpartim.com.
Can you buy Halloween supplies in Tahtakale?
Yes. Tahtakale, the wholesale district next to the Grand Bazaar, is where the city buys party supplies in bulk. In October that includes masks, makeup, wigs and costume accessories, at prices below the costume shops.
- When to go: a weekday morning, since Saturday afternoons are crowded.
- Payment: cash makes things easier.
- Hours: shops close early.
Can you make a Halloween costume from the Grand Bazaar?
The Grand Bazaar has no costume shop, but it has Ottoman clothing and accessories: a fez, a kavuk, şalvar, çarık and belly-dancing outfits. A costume built from these is one nobody else at the party will be wearing. For a costume assembled from clothes, the second-hand shops on İstiklal Caddesi are another option, By Retro being one of the best known.
Can you hire a Halloween costume in Istanbul?
Yes. Istanbul has a costume hire trade that mostly serves theatre, film and fancy dress. The shops list themselves as "kostüm kiralama" rather than in English, so that is the term to search for.
- Deposit: leaving a deposit is normal.
- Stock: hire stock for late October runs out before late October, so book early.
Does Flying Tiger sell Halloween products in Istanbul?
Flying Tiger Copenhagen came to Istanbul in 2024, with its first stores opening at Kanyon and Galataport. Whether the brand's 2026 Halloween range is on sale in its Turkish stores has not been announced, so call the store before going.
When should you buy a Halloween costume?
Finding a costume in Istanbul is a stock problem more than a money problem, and the options shrink as October goes on. With less than a week to 31 October, ask about delivery time before ordering online and about stock before hiring. Party dates are in Saucy Halloween Festival 2026, and districts and costume culture are in the Istanbul Halloween 2026 guide.
Sources: Kostumpartim, Para Dergi, Flying Tiger in Turkey and Ekonomist, Flying Tiger Copenhagen in Turkey.