History
Broadway Costumes was started by Juanita and Peter Petrali in 1965 on 35th and Broadway in Sacramento. The original inventory was bought out from a costume store in Los Angeles that was going out of business. We've been adding to our collection ever since! We moved the store to Fulton Avenue in 1970 and then built our current store on Franklin Blvd. and moved to it in 1974. We've been there ever since. In 1984, the store was bought by 2 of the Petrali daughters - Karen Meadows (and husband Don) and Kathryn Felgenhauer (and husband Dana). As of 2018, the store is now owned by Juanita and Peter's grandson, Larry Dockter, and his wife, Deanna, who are eagerly carrying on the family tradition of service to our customers.
Specialties
Sacramento's Leading Costume Rental & Supply Store, Specializing in Historical Costuming for Adults & Children. We carry a large inventory of rental costumes...all unique...generally one of a kind (with the exception of Rabbits)! Here's a sampling: Animals, have we got animals. Leopard & Lions, Tigers & Bears - Oh My! Camel, Cat, Chicken, & Cow, Dog, Donkey, Elephant & Horse, Mouse, Monkey, Moose & Parrot, Pig, Lamb, Wolf & Reindeer - just to name a few! But there's more... Angel & Devil, Saint & Apostle, Arabian Glitz, Bavarian Charm, Chauffeur & Maid, Old West, the list goes on. Holidays? From Christmas to Independence Day. For Easter, did we mention we have Rabbits?! And we rent full Tuxedo Suits! We also have a large selection of professional quality make-up, masks, wigs & beards, along with a selection of costume accessories for all your theatrical or party needs. And we have contact lenses! Besides our regular store days/time, we're available for appointments as needed. Just call!