Published: Oct. 23, 2023

halloween

Whether you need a last-minute costume or are looking for something to do, here are some tips and reminders for Halloween.  

Visit thrift stores for last-minute costume needs 

If you need a costume for this weekend, check out some of the best thrift shops in Boulder to complete your look. Thrift stores and second-hand shops are great for scoring unique costume finds and saving money. Plus, some of these locations have special sales and deals where you can get items even cheaper. 

As you consider different costume ideas, be mindful of your choices. Cultural appropriation—the inappropriate use of ideas, symbols or stereotypes pertaining to another culture—is a common offense among Halloween costumes. These types of costumes are offensive because they often reduce cultures and communities to caricatures. Acknowledging and being mindful of cultural appropriation can help us create a more welcoming and inclusive community for all of our fellow Buffs.