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Dallas & Co Costumes & Magic
101 E University Ave, Champaign, IL 61820, United States
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Dallas & Co Costumes & Magic

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Ja
Review №1

Everything was so cool here! This is the best place for costumes and party supplies. The mask and favors were cheaper than Amazon.Bathroom could have used some cleaning but Ill be back!

Br
Review №2

This was my favorite place to shop.i look forward to Halloween and this was the place I would go for sum scary realistic masks ...went there today to find out my favorite store is only by appointment which is fine and all but its just not the same without walking thru it especially the haunted room ..but most of all this is by far the the best store for every holiday hands down spirt Halloween or any other cant top what dallas has to offer. thank you dallas and company!!!

to
Review №3

Everyone is so nice there. Nice stop just to check it out. Stop and see the 12foot gorilla

Sa
Review №4

This is a magical place. You must experience this place!

it
Review №5

Stopped in to get a few things for a baby shower Im throwing. Cute and eccentric little shop. Prices werent terrible either

Ja
Review №6

Loved this place. There were lots of cool costumes, accessories, and wigs with real hair and synthetic hair. We found a wig my daughter needed for a wig with real hair for decent price.

Ka
Review №7

This store is closing permanently for the owners retirement on November 1, 2020.

St
Review №8

Such a magical and wonderful place. So many good memories. I will miss it so much!!

K
Review №9

Been shopping here for decades (no kidding, living 4 hours away, this was a family trip pre-Halloween growing up). As an adult I learned why. Always a range of options and really helpful staff.

Ja
Review №10

Been going here since I was a kid. Finally was able to go again after 17 yrs, i even drove over 2 hours to visit again. Mr. Andy Dallas is a great wonderful guy and very helpful! Highly recommend to anyone!

Be
Review №11

Crowded. No covid restrictions. Busy. Packed with people. Long linesStore was trashed.

AN
Review №12

An awesome place from my childhood, hate to see it go, lots of wonderful things for everyone there!

Lo
Review №13

There is no other place where you can find 15 foot stuffed gorilla, grim reapers and mermaid! There’s lots of small toys, too. Great place for party favors. Our grandkids want to go here whenever they visit. Fun place!

An
Review №14

They was having a going out of business sell. I got some makeup for ne t holloween

Br
Review №15

Andy Dallas has an AMAZING store. It is sad that today, 10-31-20, is their last day of business.

Mi
Review №16

Mr. Andy Dallas has been providing this brand of magic to Central Illinois for 20+ years. He adds a touch of personal experience and only recommends what u can perform, and whats affordable. This is a real treasure.

Re
Review №17

Year round costume store.... whats not to love. Huge selection. Only downfall is limited parking. But it never stops me from going.

Co
Review №18

They are not open! Last window decor shows Easter & Mardi gras

Ma
Review №19

Dallas & Co is such an fun place to shop! Costumes, magic tricks, prizes, team colors, and so much more. Give yourself time to look around and take it all in. I have been going there for over 20 years and it is awesome every time. Halloween or birthday party, you can find what you need to make it a great time!

An
Review №20

The owner is amazing and is helping us with major discounts for our movie

An
Review №21

Called ahead to find a particular wig for my daughters Halloween costume. The worker was courteous, promptly went to look for the wig, came back stating they had multiple options, offered to place on on hold for me, and was friendly and upbeat the entire time we spoke on the phone. Once I arrived at the store, I was pleasantly surprised at the unique appearance of the exterior. Inside, I found a huge variety of costumes and accessories. Multiple staff members were readily available and accessible. It was easy to navigate the store and find items I needed. The store was bright and not overly crowded.

Ci
Review №22

Good for halloween. Has many other items for parties, carnivals, or just fun. Jas winter hours so be sure to call before going. Their website does not work

Ke
Review №23

I could live here. I dropped by a few times in the past month to pick up supplies for building animatronic president props for the Sibley Sparkling Shuffle 5k held every July 3rd. I picked up a few severed hands, hat, eyebrows, costume... all to be put to good use. One of these days, I would love to come back and buy enough goodies here to make a spooky dungeon room or spooky haunted study.

Te
Review №24

Always a treat! Or a trick? Depends how you look at it, but a nice time looking at all they have to offer in the way of costumes and accessories. A fantastic feast for the senses!

Ak
Review №25

It was a very wonderful place. I always look forward to go there. And plus I took my friend and cousin there. They loved it!!!

Da
Review №26

Amazing Experience! Im a 6 2 man dressing as Dorothy from The Wizard of Oz for Halloween (long story), and they didnt even flinch when I asked if I had size 12 Ruby Slippers in back. Sadly they didnt since they only went up to a 10, but they let me try on the 10s regardless and they fit! In addition to that they were constantly asking me if I needed anything, and helped me find everything on my list, and more. They even helped me find a theatrical quality Dorothy Wig from there extensive wig/makeup wall! The cashier knew what she was talking about when it came to the products they sold, and even offered advice about buying make-up (especially Ben Nye) in person due to the amount of fraud online with make-up/costume products. Overall an amazing experience. I will be going back some time to pick up a pair of Ruby Slippers. Have an amazing Halloween Dallas & Co. I am beyond impressed by the dedication exerted by your employees to make sure I have everything I need to make this the best Halloween yet! I also spotted a simply gorgeous Cinderella wig, looks like I know where Im going come next October. Thank You.

Ch
Review №27

Too bad they are closing now.... Great place.

Ga
Review №28

They have always been a great place to find things for parties and costumes.

ma
Review №29

If you are looking for party costumes and cool magic and other stuff this is the place to go. Very impressed with the amount of inventory. A Happy place in a crazy world is nice to visit !!!

Mi
Review №30

We are from Decatur both work till 5. I can’t believe that in October they close at 6. Great store but joke hours. Drove all the way there and closed.

Pe
Review №31

Always a great store, so so so sad to loose it

Et
Review №32

Amazing experience for my daughters. The owner is a magician and showed one of my daughters some tricks and made recommendation about various magic tools. On this day and age, where else would you get such a friendly and welcoming store? I would not mind paying double for such type of service and genuine friendliness (Prices were not more expensive than other stores or even the web).I hope you guys will be around for another few decades.

Cy
Review №33

Always has what I need for theater products. Great selection of make-up.

Ro
Review №34

Really fun store. Novelties, magic supplies, and lots of costumes. They had a great magician there when we went and he showed my kids some tricks. Even reasonably priced.

Ka
Review №35

Awesome place

Ch
Review №36

This place is always fun. Theres lots of costumes, make-up, and cool items for Halloween or any party. Maybe you can get some weird home decor too.

Am
Review №37

They are closing so everything is discounted, sad to see it close.

Br
Review №38

Great place for all your costume needs and the staff is very friendly and helpful!

sh
Review №39

Not much selection, dirty.

Am
Review №40

Great people and inventory. A must see

Ka
Review №41

I love this gem of a store! This is clearly the passion project of the owner, and it sports large sections of costumes for purchase or for rent, party supplies, special effects makeup, and a whole restricted-access section of magic show props (theyll escort you in and help you, like a librarian in a rare books room). Need an Indiana Jones-style bullwhip? You can select it from an entire small section of costume-prop whips and crops. Need a life-size toy chameleon? Yes, I found it here. Want to rent a mascot costume? You got it. Keep an eye out for the old movie props decorating the store, and if you dont find the 12-foot animatronic gorilla yourself, ask a clerk. Perhaps the best unique thing about life in Champaign-Urbana.

Ri
Review №42

Amazing visit today. Got to talk to THE man!

Jo
Review №43

This is great place for costumes at one point, but this was not that time.. and Ive been shopping there since I was little, but this last experience was horrible. They sell returned items and then blame the new customer for any flaws it may have.Yes you heard me right. I ended up grabbing a death costume and out of the bag it had what looks to be real/fake blood at the very bottom or makeup of some sort. I got this right before they closed ther other day.So I called them asap when I saw this but no one picked up.Knowing they had an answering machine I kept trying until I got their answering machine..told them Id be there when they opened the next day, and I was.So I went in and asked if they had gotten my message, and the lady said she had no idea what I was talking about...So I showed her what was wrong with the purchase and asked if they had another.She didnt want to help me at all. Very unknowable of everything n the store which was disheartening.So I told her what happened and then she blamed me saying it was my fault and I shouldve looked closer when I tried it on in the (very dark) fitting rooms.She then proceeded to tell me no returns like 8 times in a row, and I had told her I just wanted an even exchange.Then she finally goes to the wall and checks through everything I looked through already and said : we dont have another one...And so again I politely asked if she could order one before halloween, but before I could, she was back in the back on the phone to the owner.She came back to the front after about 5 min. A line had formed...So I when I got up to the counter again, I asked if I could find something else and then get the difference back in cash.The lady at first said it wasnt an issue, but then as fast as she said I could do that, she retracted .I wouldnt get cash back for the difference, its have to be a in-store credit...Now, that being said I wouldnt have had an issue, but since I cosplay and make most all of my costumes , I really have zero reason to shop here. It was just a shot in the dark that I didnt have time to finish my costume in time with said material and look.BUT....as I stood in line and wanted to make sure I heard her correctly I was looking at the return policy...Which clearly said no returnsat the bottom of my receipt, and I was super cool about that, because I needed an exchange, not a return..but with the woman not even looking up to see if she could order another one in stock for me, she immediately blamed me for a costume that had been returned and put back on the shelf damaged before I bought it. It looked like it had been sitting on their hook over a year...At this point I asked her nicely again why she couldnt exchange for a cheaper costume and then give me my money back for the difference, because there is ZERO saying they cant do that. But as soon as I brought that up to her she looks down and starts doing other things...like walk away....Now the gentleman that opened the dressing room for me was awesome. Super nice and was surprised at the womans responses as well.-------------I gave them 1 star not because of the service I got from them. They broke their own rules and sold a costume then that person returned it with stuff on it, and they put it back on the shelf and charged 45 bucks for it.That goes against their own policy 110%.I apologize to all everyone that goes into that store and has a horrible experience. And to all that read this long winded post. But Im getting tired of paying a ton of money for things (anywhere) and getting horrible service.This store is about convenience now. if the other Halloween party store runs out of stock , Dallas and Co. Knows they will get your business. But I HIGHLY suggest you look online. Tons cheaper and way more lenient and more friendly when it comes to guest services.Oh and the woman said that Harry Potter has died out....uh huh....smh lolAnyway, I hope this helps anyone thats curious.. =^_^=

L8
Review №44

My cosplay dreams started here! they will have the thing you need! Inspiring and makes me feel like a kid again. I won a cosplay weapon competition recently with steampunk I scored here

Da
Review №45

How can you not love this historic business. Brittany C. waited on me and is the most amazing customer service driven person. Amazing.

Da
Review №46

Neato place!This place is just cool. Weather its Halloween or not, this place has lots of cool thing youd never know you needed. If youre dressing up or maybe putting on a show, this a great place for costumes. Theres also some sweet art all around the building. Going here is a real treat, for people of all ages.Even if you dont need anything here, I would suggest entering the shop for the experience of it.

Ol
Review №47

I came back in to return my costume I bought less than 24 hours ago. I had not worn it. Still new in the original packaging and the same bag the store gave me yesterday. I spend way too much money on it and decided to buy a cheaper costum from a different store. When I purchased my costum the sales lady did not mention one time there was a no return policy. She did not state it was on the receipt, and the counter was covered so the sign was not visible. Also, just because your store has been open for 40+ years does not mean anything to someone who is new to your store and does not know your policy. Now they will only offer me in store credit. The manager said the costume smelled of perfume. Odd since I had never worn the costume in the last 19 hours. He claimed his clients would want new products. So by him telling me my costume I just purchased was used, he was telling me I bought a nasty used costume from his store and he would not accept it back. I have never shop here before. And I most certainly will never come back to this store

Pa
Review №48

This is a really resourceful place for all types of skeletons, Frankensteins, Zombie doctors, sketches and big spiders. They have a myriad of costumes and party products to choose from. I needed Helium cylinders and it was there. Haloween? Unofficial? Independence day? You name it and they will have something for sure. They also have lots of replicas of antique weapons. The price of products ir very reasonable. However those mummies and zombies are a bit expensive. I give it four stars because I felt very uncomfortable walking around life size zombies and skeletons :P

An
Review №49

They always have the sfx stuff we need!

Br
Review №50

An excellent store. Andy is an incredible showman. This store is a true gem of Champaign Urbana.

Ge
Review №51

If you can, ask for the tour by Andy himself. You have to make an appointment but it is well worth it.

Va
Review №52

Staff is friendly, they really have some awesome things to discover here. They dont do rental costumes anymore so that sucks

Dr
Review №53

Amazing place even too just walk through

An
Review №54

Dallas is awesome! Very awesome place for magic tools!

Jo
Review №55

Wonderful place and very helpful staff, love going in there.

Du
Review №56

I love this place. If you are looking for that perfect costume, or want to do it yourself with premium makeup. They have what you are looking for. Oh and do not forget the magic.

ro
Review №57

Always people to help you make your visit a pleasure and if you just want to browse there is room for that as well awesome shop

D.
Review №58

Very sad place how are you a costume shop and you dont carry long capes the only have some lame short capes or branded capes no good plain capes

BO
Review №59

Really cool place. It had a lot of wide variety of costumes and decor.

Ka
Review №60

Excellent. This store has been featured on TV shows. Soooooo much to see.

Gr
Review №61

Great place for party supplies, costumes, and magic. If you make an appointment for magic, Andy Dallas himself will give you one on one attention and help you learn to perform the magic he sells you.

Sk
Review №62

Everyone was so nice and very helpful.

Ma
Review №63

As always an experence you always will find something to catch your eye. Full of magic and fun costumes/accessorys its a must see in the champaign area. And keep an eye out for king kong in there. Hell get ya!

Je
Review №64

Huge selection of costumes, accessories and decorations for all sorts of holiday, birthday and just because parties. Also, a big selection of magic items.

Do
Review №65

This only gives me a chance to rate it a 5. I would rate it a 6 on the Budweiser Scale. Because that is how many Clydesdale Horses it usually takes to pull me out of there. Andy & Co. are great at what they do, and they are willing to go overboard to help every customer. Not because it is all about the $$$ (which is part of it of course), its because they genuinely like people. They want to help people. Andy loves magic so much that he entertains himself as much as he does the customers. Just to see a smile. I literally watched for almost an hour teaching a 10 yr old boy the cup and balls routine. Not because he had to, but because he loves too! Andy wants there to be kids learning magic now so they will be the magicians of our future. Thanks Andy. I can only continue to do the magic Ive learned to repay you for what youve done for all of us. PSThis is not a Memorial Tribute to a great magician. He still lives. However, If you would like to use it when that time comes, I would be honored... I also will give you a discount on my usual writing fees! HAHA

Jo
Review №66

This place is amazing. A truly specialty costume shop with things you didnt even know you wanted until you see them there!

Ra
Review №67

All I wanted was a simple Shrek mask. They had no Shrek mask. Their business is bad and they should feel bad.

En
Review №68

Its a cool place to just walk around. You can buy everything here online anyways

Ra
Review №69

Didnt find two headed coins like they said on the phone they carried, waste of a drive and time

St
Review №70

What a fun place to visit and shop. All manners of magic paraphernalia along with gags, costumes, toys, flags and party decorations.

Ma
Review №71

I hace purchased a number of magic items from Andy at Dallas & Co. The service is great and the selection is broad.

Ja
Review №72

I love to wander around Dallas. I always find something I didnt know I needed.

ra
Review №73

The HAUNTED Room is a nice little scary one...

De
Review №74

Joe was awesome! He was so helpful and patient.

Ia
Review №75

Anything theatre this is your place. Lots of great Halloween stuff, and the staff is pretty cool too.

Ja
Review №76

Doesnt have as much as they used to. Same costumes for everyone and very pricey.

Gh
Review №77

They have everything for your party and fair price. I like the place

Br
Review №78

Can always find what youre looking for!

Ca
Review №79

Always a fun trip to Dallas and company. Wish I could catch me magic show

Da
Review №80

Mr Dallas is a great guy with a heart for magic and showmanship. His store shows it!

Al
Review №81

Well organized and many items able to be bought.

D.
Review №82

If you need a costume and its not October, this is the place to go.

Ra
Review №83

IT WOULD BE NICE TO SEE MORE OF YOUR INVENTORY ON THE WEB PAGE.

An
Review №84

Best place around for anything costume related you can think... Plus more!

Li
Review №85

Thanks Dallas, I love coming to your scary store.

Ia
Review №86

You can be whatever you like, just dont help yourself to whatever you like.... seriously, dont shoplift.

Ch
Review №87

Fun place to go to find novelties and oddities and of course costumes !

Mi
Review №88

The only store of its kind in the Illiana area. A lot of fun to browse around.

wi
Review №89

It was great when I was a child and still is today.

Ch
Review №90

Super awesome place, a must see if your in the area

An
Review №91

Awsome place lots to choose from

Sc
Review №92

Pretty cool store. Alot to look at.

Ch
Review №93

Used to work here for a brief time when I attended U of I. This place has everything.

Ga
Review №94

A lot of costumes... Mpst of them more than $27

Au
Review №95

They have a huge selection and helpful staff.

Mi
Review №96

There arent very unique or interesting costumes here. It was very basic and expensive, but it did have a lot of stock and is good in desperate times.

Li
Review №97

Many costumes. My Granddaughter and I go their for Halloween items.

Co
Review №98

Awful customer service, bought a wig for Halloween. Did not wear it because I didn’t try it on and they wouldn’t let me return. I asked for in store credit and didn’t even grant me that. Horrible experience.. claims there is “nothing they can do” will not return to this store and have lost me as a customer

Th
Review №99

Good place to get toys for the kiddos.

Tr
Review №100

Great place for finding just about anything for Halloween or other props

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  • Address:101 E University Ave, Champaign, IL 61820, United States
  • Phone:+1 217-351-5974
Categories
  • Costume store
  • Toy store
  • Party store
  • Novelty store
Working hours
  • Monday:Closed
  • Tuesday:12–5pm
  • Wednesday:12–5pm
  • Thursday:12–5pm
  • Friday:12–5pm
  • Saturday:Closed
  • Sunday:Closed
Service options
  • In-store shopping:Yes
Health and safety
  • Mask required:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible car park:Yes
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
Planning
  • Quick visit:Yes
Payments
  • Debit cards:Yes
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