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Halloween & Costume Association HCA has grown to become the preeminent authority on Halloween and serves as a non-profit voice of the industry.

The Halloween & Costume Association represents companies throughout the Halloween and costume industry, providing advocacy, regulatory information, industry resources, and opportunities to connect and grow. The Halloween & Costume Association (HCA) was formally incorporated in 2005 as a 501(c)(6) trade organization to promote and build the celebration of Halloween in the United States. HCA represents businesses involved in the manufacture, importation, or distribution of Halloween products including costumes, decor, novelty items, and party supplies.

🎃 **The Fans Have Spoken!**The Halloween & Costume Association is excited to announce the finalists for the 2026 Spooky ...
10/16/2026

🎃 **The Fans Have Spoken!**

The Halloween & Costume Association is excited to announce the finalists for the 2026 Spooky Awards **Fang Favorite** category!

Halloween fans have made their voices heard, and the finalists are one step closer to taking home a Spooky Award!

🏆 The winner will be announced on January 11, 2027, during the HCA Spooky Awards at the Halloween & Party Expo in New Orleans.

Read the full announcement and see the finalists: https://buff.ly/hVKb2vG

🚨 LAST CHANCE TO VOTE!Today is the final day to vote for the 2026 Fang Favorite!Which Spooky Awards finalist deserves th...
10/15/2026

🚨 LAST CHANCE TO VOTE!

Today is the final day to vote for the 2026 Fang Favorite!

Which Spooky Awards finalist deserves the fan vote? Cast your vote before voting closes tonight.

Vote now:https://buff.ly/kGLACuA

The winner will be revealed January 11 at the HCA Spooky Awards in New Orleans.

Halloween season may be in full swing, but January will be here before we know it. Join the Halloween & Party Expo Janua...
10/14/2026

Halloween season may be in full swing, but January will be here before we know it.

Join the Halloween & Party Expo January 11–13, 2027, in New Orleans for three days of new products, industry connections, and everything Halloween, party, and celebration.

Whether you’re attending as a buyer or exhibiting at the show, now is a great time to make your plans and reserve your hotel.

📍 Ernest N. Morial Convention Center
📅 January 11–13, 2027
⚜️ New Orleans, Louisiana

Learn more and register: https://buff.ly/qdkL6d6

Only TWO DAYS left to cast your vote for the 2026 Fang Favorite!The finalists have been chosen; now it’s your turn to pi...
10/13/2026

Only TWO DAYS left to cast your vote for the 2026 Fang Favorite!

The finalists have been chosen; now it’s your turn to pick your favorite.

Voting closes Thursday, October 15, so take a look at this year’s finalists and make your choice before time runs out.

Vote here: https://buff.ly/Moh8ime

The Fang Favorite winner will be announced on January 11 during the HCA Spooky Awards ceremony at the Halloween & Party Expo in New Orleans.

We’re officially 3 months away from The Halloween & Party Expo! The aisles are filling up, and we’re excited to welcome ...
10/11/2026

We’re officially 3 months away from The Halloween & Party Expo! The aisles are filling up, and we’re excited to welcome VZ Trend Goods LLC, which operates in the U.S. market as Party Factory, as the newest addition to our growing lineup of member exhibitors. We can’t wait to bring the industry together in New Orleans this January!
Learn more and make your plans: https://buff.ly/CXoaxSP

Three weeks until Halloween! 🎃👻Are you ready? Or is your costume, décor, and candy shopping still on the to-do list?Let ...
10/10/2026

Three weeks until Halloween! 🎃👻

Are you ready? Or is your costume, décor, and candy shopping still on the to-do list?

Let the countdown begin!

Halloween by the Numbers 🎃Halloween continues to be a strong season for consumers and the industry. In 2026, 74% of cons...
10/09/2026

Halloween by the Numbers 🎃

Halloween continues to be a strong season for consumers and the industry. In 2026, 74% of consumers plan to celebrate Halloween, with $13.5 billion expected in Halloween spending.

Costumes, candy, decorations, and celebrations all continue to drive seasonal activity.

See highlights from HCA’s 2026 Halloween consumer data here:
https://buff.ly/noZsQPN

HCA members can access the full report in the members-only section of our website.

Source: NRF / Prosper Insights & Analytics

Please join us in welcoming Joel Reisman to the HCA Board of Directors!Joel joins the Board as the Rubies II representat...
10/08/2026

Please join us in welcoming Joel Reisman to the HCA Board of Directors!

Joel joins the Board as the Rubies II representative in the Standing Director position, succeeding Howard “Howie” Beige, who served HCA and the Halloween and Costume industry for many years.

Joel is Director of Imports and Logistics at Rubies II LLC and brings more than 25 years of experience in imports, logistics, and supply chain operations within the seasonal products industry.

We’re grateful to Howie for his longtime service and contributions to HCA, and we look forward to working with Joel in his new role.

Welcome, Joel!

This Saturday marks the first-ever National Independent Costume Store Day!HCA is proud to support this new industry init...
10/07/2026

This Saturday marks the first-ever National Independent Costume Store Day!

HCA is proud to support this new industry initiative that celebrates independent costume shops and the vital role they play in their communities.

These stores are full of creativity, expertise, history, and dedicated people who help customers bring their ideas to life. They support local theaters, schools, performers, cosplayers, Halloween celebrations, and year-round community events.

On October 10, join us in honoring the businesses and people who keep the magic of costuming alive.

Learn More: https://buff.ly/q5yjALF

🎃 Have you picked your Fang Favorite?Explore the 2026 Spooky Awards finalists and vote for your favorite by October 15!V...
10/06/2026

🎃 Have you picked your Fang Favorite?

Explore the 2026 Spooky Awards finalists and vote for your favorite by October 15!

Vote here: https://buff.ly/kGLACuA

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Mount Laurel, NJ
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