Monthly Archives: July 2020

Spooky Decorations at McCullochs

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October is the time people are looking for spooky decorations at McCullochs. However.. did you know the popular costume store in London is open all year long? The store features spooky haunted decorations perfect for any haunted house. You’ll find giant spiders, tombstones, skeletons and body parts all hanging from racks from the stores ceiling. Ghosts and goblins also haunt the store. These items are also available through the stores online catalog.

Of all the spooky decorations at McCullochs there are a few not so obvious. Its been sort of a secret. Many McCullochs visitors have no idea it exists. The next time you visit McCullochs at 1140 Dundas St, take a closer look at the makeup counter. Better still, take an even closer look at the grate located at the bottom and just in front of the counter. Do you see anything looking back at you? If you do… thats Fred. Well its what’s left of Fred anyway. Some claim to see him while others do not.

What’s the story of Fred’s Origins?

We can’t talk much about Fred’s history but he has been a part of McCullochs for a very long time. He has witnessed many Halloween Seasons at McCullochs come and go over the years.

Fred hasn’t made a peep in some time. However….. at one time he was known to make a noise or two to spook shoppers looking for halloween costumes. Take a good look for Fred but if you do see him… don’t get too close. Get close to Fred at your own risk.

Spooky Halloween Decoration at McCullochs Costume
A hidden Spooky Decoration at McCullochs Costume in London

Fred is an example of the spooky Halloween Spirit that has haunted McCullochs Costume in London since 1962. The staff at McCullochs are known for the enthusiastic approach to halloween decorating in London. They are more than London’s Halloween Store. They are london’s halloween headquarters for decorations as well.

Most Costumes for Halloween

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Did you ever wonder who has the Most Costumes for Halloween in London Ontario? Look no further than McCullochs Costume for the biggest selection of costumes in London. McCullochs is not just a Halloween Costume store in London. They offer costume sales all year long.

McCullochs is unlike the temporary Halloween Stores in London that close up and leave after October. They remain open 12 months a year. In addition they have more costumes for Halloween than the temporary stores. Visitors to McCullochs Costume are often amazed at the size of the store and large selection of costumes.

McCullochs is pleased to sell both quality adult costumes and childrens costumes in London. The costume store offers lower priced costumes as well as more elaborate movie replica costumes. Shoppers at McCullochs are offered a wide variety of costume choices to choose from based on their available budget. Since 1962 McCullochs has been London Ontario’s most popular Costume Store. Therefore costume seekers in London can trust McCullochs experience in costumes. The store allows customers to try on costumes in change booths located inside the store. This allows a customer to be sure their costume fits proper before leaving the store.

The Most Costumes, Masks, Hats, Wigs, Accessories for Halloween and more.

In addition to costumes for Halloween, McCullochs has so much more costume related items. The store features London’s largest selection of special effect makeup for Halloween. They feature hundreds of halloween masks in addition to makeup. Wigs, hats, belts, swords and halloween props are also part of the stores collection. Makeup brands include Mehron, Graftobian, Ben Nye and Paint Glow. In addition the store also carries Cinema Secrets, Snazaroo and Kryolan makeup.

Part of the Large Halloween Makeup assortment at McCullochs Costume in London Ontario

If you are looking for skeletons, spiders, ghosts or demons to decorate your halloween event drop in a take a look around McCullochs Costume and Party Supply. You can be sure they have it all. London’s Halloween Super Store is located at 1140 Dundas Street, London Ontario

Kids Magician in London Ontario

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McCullochs Costume and Party Supply is London’s source for every costume related. When Captain Corbin, a kids magician in London Ontario needed a new costume hat, McCullochs was the obvious choice. It would seem the good Captain lost his hat during a terrible storm at sea. So he set forth in search of a new hat from McCullochs. The costume store in London the cities largest selection of hats for costumes.

Captain Corbin is actually a frequent visitor to the magic supply counter at McCullochs. He often drops into the store for magic supplies. He prides himself on his comedic antics during his childrens magic shows. The Pirate Magician performs his magic shows in London but also all across Ontario. Recent performances include shows in Windsor, Sarnia, Toronto, Mississauga and Hamilton. Some of his comedy antics can be seen in a comedy video he created during his last visit to McCullochs.

Childrens Magician Captain Corbin visits McCullochs Costumes in London.

The popular kids magician in London Ontario has created a youtube video series. The videos entertain children during their time spent at home during COVID 19. Some videos hilariously retell classic novels. Other videos in the series teach baking and crafts with magic and fun.

What makes Captain Corbin so popular as a kids magician in London?

Captain Corbin makes quite a swashbuckling scene strolling around an event. Always family friendly and a lot of fun, Captain Corbin is the best entertainer for a mixed family audience of all ages. Often the Captain will walk around with his pirate parrot puppet named “Pickles” and tell really corny pirate jokes! Everyone will be laughing at his hysterical hi-jinks, nautical nonsense and having a blast! He often gathers quite the crowd and has many requests to pause his pirating for people to take pictures.

Your guests will really enjoy the personal attention when Captain Corbin strolls up and performs just for them.  Captain Corbin can, and has performed at all kinds of venues, fairs, festivals and special events, both indoors and outside. If you don’t have a stage, or your stage is full, a strolling performance is a perfect fit.

Best Halloween Store in London

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McCullochs Costume and Party Supply is known to many as the best Halloween Store in London Ontario. Unlike temporary pop up costume stores at Halloween, McCullochs Costume is a family run business and open to the public all year. Founders Jack and Dorthy McCulloch founded the business in 1962. They are now retired. Rose and Doug McCulloch now operate the Costume Store.

Doug and Rose McCulloch of McCullochs Costume in London, Ontario.

The costume shop has grown over the years to become the largest costume store in the city. Although costume sales is their major focus the store realizes costume supply means more than that. Therefore they stock a large supply of other costume accessories. This includes masks, make up, props and Halloween decorations. They also carry a large amount of wigs and hats. In addition to their massive inventory, even more costumes are available online through their online catalog.

Why is McCullochs the best halloween store in London?

McCullochs earns its reputation in the city based on their customer service. Temporary halloween stores appear and then vanish like a halloween spirit after October. Unlike many temporary halloween costume stores, McCullochs trained staff have years of Halloween costume experience. Therefore a visit to McCullochs Costume puts you in touch with the costume experts. Other halloween stores may sell makeup. However, McCullochs can offer makeup advice and tutorials. This ensures a better, funner and more spooky halloween experience. McCullochs Costume literally has thousands of costumes in stock and ready to try on. Temporary costume stores and party stores may sell costumes for halloween. However, most don’t allow you to try a costume on before purchasing. McCullochs offers their customers many change booths to try costumes on.

Costumes are available in both adult and child sizes. The store takes pride in the fact that they offer halloween costume solutions for all budgets. Costumes range from cost effective costumes to higher quality movie replica costumes. These are perfect for cosplay or comic-con type events.

Costume Hats in London

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Your year round source for costume hats in London Ontario is McCullochs Costume and Party Supply. They are not just London’s Halloween Headquarters. They are open for your costume needs 6 days a week all year long. Known for a huge selection of costumes, the store also stocks costume accessories like hats. Hats are often the part that complete many costumes. Imagine a cowboy, construction worker, police officer, fireman or pirate costume without a hat.

McCullochs Costume hat department is full of in stock hats to compliment any costume. Don’t live in the London Ontario area? You can browse the McCullochs online catalog for an even more diverse selection of hats for costumes in london.

Costume Accessories and Hats in London Ontario
London’s largest selection of costume hats and accessories at McCullochs Costume.

Where to find Costume Hats in London Ontario?

From viking helmets to ganster hats. For Holiday hats like Leprechaun hats for St. Patricks day. You will find the costume hats you are looking for at McCullochs Costume. They are located at 1140 Dundas St in London.

The McCullochs Costume hats inventory includes a large selection. This includes aviator, cowboy, keystone cop, fedora and fezs. Looking for roman helmets? Maybe a kings crown? How about a bowler hat? Odds are McCullochs has the hat you need to complete your costume. No matter what your hat costume budget is, McCullochs has you covered. Pardon the pun. 😉

Hat range in price from economic felt hats to higher quality hats for theatrical use. Everyone has a different costume budget. For that reason McCullochs have hats in various price ranges to match all budgets.

McCullochs also offers a wide variety of other costume accessories in addition to hats. Consider adding a necklace, costume jewelry , belt or wig to your costume. Remember that McCullochs is more than a Halloween Store in London. They are open all year to supply your costume needs.

Online Balloon Delivery in London

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It’s someones birthday and you are looking for online balloon delivery in London Ontario. Who offers the best balloon delivery in London? How can you pick the pick the perfect balloon bouquet? How do you customize a balloon bouquet to be perfect for your needs?

These are all things the balloon experts at McCullochs in London Ontario considered when building their online balloon delivery service. The balloon department at McCullochs Costume creates thousands of balloon bouquets as year. They understand online balloon shoppers want more than a set of prepackaged balloon bouquet options while ordering balloons online.

McCullochs offers you the option of browsing a large assortment of pre arranged balloon bouquets online. However… you can call the balloon department and speak to a real person. A balloon expert will explain how you can modify a balloon bouquet to match your needs perfectly. Want to add an additional mylar balloon? Want to change the licence character balloon from Spiderman to Captain America? Looking for a letter balloon or number balloon? No problem. McCullochs can customize any of their balloon bouquet packages for you.

So many balloons .. so many options! What to know before ordering balloon delivery in London.

When ordering balloon bouquets for special occasions like birthdays, anniversaries, a wedding, retirement party or welcoming a new baby its good to know your ordering options. McCullochs has a large assortment of licensed character balloons. Ranging from Disney characters to super heroes like Batman or the Avengers. They have it all. Yes they have Minions as well. Ask them about the licensed character of your choice. They probably have it in stock.

All McCullochs balloon bouquets come with a helium sealant ( Hi-Float ) . This creates a helium proof seal inside the latex balloon that prevents helium from leaking through the wall of the balloon. Did you know helium molecules are so small that they can squeeze between the microscopic holes in the balloon rubber? Many discount balloon store bouquets do not include helium sealant. Therefore they will not float nearly as long as a balloon from McCullochs with Hi-Float in it. So if you are looking for the best balloon delivery in London Ontario.. you have found it at McCullochs Balloon department.

Pick Up or Delivery?

McCullochs offers both Balloon Bouquet Delivery or Pick Up in Store options. They also accept Walk Ins. Many balloon stores require you to order online in advance only. This is because they have a limited staff or balloon department. The staff at McCullochs Balloon department is ready to create a custom balloon for you anytime. If you have a last minute balloon order just drop into the store at 1140 Dundas St. in London. You’ll walk out shortly after with the balloon bouquet you wanted.

Pirate Magician Captain Corbin

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McCullochs Costume and Party Supply Store in London had a surprise visitor. Recently Pirate Magician Captain Corbin stopped by McCullochs Costume on a quest for new Magic Pirate supplies.

Captain Corbin is McCullochs favourite Pirate Magician. His magical tricks and comedic antics have delighted children of all ages across South Western Ontario. Recent shows include performances in London, Hamilton, Toronto, St Thomas, Windsor and Sarnia.

He performs pirate themed magic shows for any special occasion. His family friendly show features hilarious comedy and interactive amazing crowd pleasing magic. For that reason the Captain is a favourite performer at Londons Storybook Gardens. The theme parks website states. “The Captain performs a great tropical show with pirate music, many surprises and amazing piratey magic. Therefore Pirates and mermaids of all ages will have a great time.”

Pirate Magician in Ontario
Captain Corbin the Magical Pirate visits McCullochs Costume

McCullochs Costume and Party Supply features a gigantic selection of costume accessories. They include any sword, eye patch, hat, belt, pirate flag or gold coins any pirate could use. They also have a huge selection of pirate themed party supplies and decorations. Therefore McCullochs is Captain Corbins favourite costume and party supply store. Its his first choice for all his pirate costume, party and magic trick needs.

From Captain Corbins Facebook page:

Experience counts when choosing entertainment for your special occasion. Therefore its important to note that Captain Corbin has close to 20 years experience. He performs at hundreds of events annually. For everyone’s safety, the Captain is fully insured with $5 million in general liability insurance. He also obtains a police check every year. Because of this you can rest assured in your entertainment choice.

For those reasons and many more, year after year, his show is the preferred choice for libraries, schools, summer camps, resorts, corporate groups and families. They know they can count on his unmatched professionalism and guaranteed entertainment value.

Magical Pirate Captain Corbin visits McCullochs
X marks the spot for Captain Corbin at McCullochs Costume in London Ontario

If you are looking for more information on this amazing children’s entertainer in London Ontario visit his website at http:www.captaincorbin.com .

Helium for Balloons in London

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Where can I find Helium for Balloons in London Ontario? Thats a common question for people who have purchased discount balloons or balloons online. McCullochs Costume in London Ontario offers a helium filling service. They also rent helium tanks in London. Many discount stores sell balloons but thats it…just balloons. Therefore you have to find a source of helium to fill the balloons.

The balloon department at McCullochs has offered the helium balloon filling service in London for many years. Londoners who have purchased balloons elsewhere are welcome to visit McCullochs to have their balloon filled with helium. They can also rent a helium tank from McCullochs and do it themselves. This may be the better option for those decorating a large room. For this reason a helium tank rental is recommended for wedding or large gathering event decoration.

It is important to use only high quality balloons when filling them with helium. McCullochs use Qualatex Balloons in all their balloon decorating. Only Qualatex balloons are used in their custom balloon bouquet design and delivery.

Benefits of renting a tank vs buying a tank of Helium for Balloons in London

Helium tanks are very heavy strong metal cylinders. If you purchase a tank from a box store.. its yours. Its then your problem to figure out how to dispose of a heavy metal tank. It is much more environmentally friendly to rent a tank, use the helium and then return the empty tank back to McCullochs. This way the same tank can be refilled again.

McCullochs offers 4 different sizes of helium tanks for rent in London. This proves to be more cost efficient. Why should you purchase or rent a large tank when a smaller or medium sized helium tank will provide enough helium for your ballon decorating? The staff at McCullochs will help you decide which sized helium tank. They will provide a chart showing you how many balloons each tank will fill.

DO NOT INHALE HELIUM AS SERIOUS LUNG DAMAGE MAY OCCUR!

We’ve all seen the affect inhaling helium has on a persons voice. Its an urban legend that this practice is harmless. Please do not inhale helium ..ever. It is very dangerous.

If you have questions around having your balloons filled with helium in London or renting a helium tank visit us at McCullochs or call 519 659 3787 ask for our balloon department.

Balloon Decorating in London Ontario

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In addition to being Londons largest costume store, McCullochs is known for balloons. From small and mid sized balloon bouquets to large scale balloon sculptures, McCullochs offers Balloon Decorating in London Ontario. The balloon Department at McCullochs are experts in crafting balloon decorations. They also offer balloon delivery service to ensure all balloons get delivered safely.

Balloon decorating has become popular at special events like birthdays, weddings, corporate events, trade shows or parties of any kind. School events and proms are common places you will find a lot of McCullochs Balloon Decorating service being utilized. These include balloon arches, bouquets and sculptures.

Experience in Balloon Decorating in London Ontario

Are you a do it yourself sort of person? We have you covered. McCullochs has the balloon supplies any balloon decorator would need. Professional balloon decorators count on McCullochs. However, if its your first time we can assist with the proper balloon decorating tips and advice. For example: Do you know what Hi-Float is? Hi-Float is a balloon sealant that prevents helium from leaking through the walls of a balloon. If you do not apply a sealant your balloons may not float for more than a day.

Many first time balloon decorators have decorated a wedding reception hall with balloons with no sealant. The decorate the night before the wedding. The next day they arrive and find the balloons resting on the tables or floor. This could easily have been prevented with a balloon sealant like Hi Float.

large balloon decorating service in london ontario
McCullochs Costume Balloon Decorating

McCullochs also offers helium tank rentals to customers who prefer to do their own balloon decorating. The balloon department offers a full assortment of ribbon, banners, speciality balloons and tools to help you make your balloon decorating goals come to life. Drop in to visit and we’d be happy to discuss your balloon decoration needs. McCullochs can be your balloon supplier or complete decorating service. We are located at 1140 Dundast Street in London Ontario. Call us at 519 659 3787