Carnival is fast approaching —this year, the Tuesday of revelry falls on February 17— and the race for the perfect masks has already begun in the capital. If you’re looking for something with more impact, whether it’s a clown, superhero, or ghost, you’ll find some of the most incredible masks to have the most fun this Carnival at these mask shops in Lisbon .
Whether you’re dressing up the little ones for the school parade or looking for that special detail that will leave your friends speechless at Saturday night’s party, we’ve selected the places where variety and quality meet.
The magic of these stores lies in the fact that they offer much more than just a costume: they are authentic “treasure chests” with accessories, professional makeup , and wigs that can transform anyone.
SoTiny
SoTiny is one of the newest children’s mask shops and has a collection dedicated to Carnival, so that the little ones can celebrate this season at their schools and daycare centers, which will probably be organizing their parties and parades on the previous Friday or Thursday.
This Carnival’s collection swaps the usual heroes for oriental characters, from K-Pop to Dragon Ball; and includes not only costumes but also accessories, face paint, and wigs, with several options for parents to put together an original and adorable look for their children, with prices ranging from €3.95 to €42.99, with costume sizes from 0 to 12 years old.
The House of Carnival
Founded in 1889, this is one of the oldest mask shops in Lisbon and in the country.
Located in Praça da Figueira, where many boxes of new Carnival costumes arrive every day, in this space you will find the piece that was missing to impress everyone at Santo Entrudo.
This year, you’ll also find the cutest costumes for babies there .
Mascarilha
Mascarilha is one of the favorite stores of all Lisbon revelers, and this Carnival they will also be betting on fashionable costumes, such as K-Pop Warriors.
But here you’ll find all kinds of masks and costumes, not only for the most festive day of the year but also for other festive seasons: Halloween, Christmas, New Year’s Eve, among other types of events.
At this time of year, you’re likely to find this store packed with people looking for that costume that will leave everyone speechless.
Loja do Helder
It’s on the south bank, in Montijo, one of the largest mask shops in the country.
This is where you’ll find everything you need to make the little ones happy this Carnival, even though Loja do Helder doesn’t just sell costumes.
If you want to organize a themed party, on practically any theme you can imagine, this is the right place to find everything you need.
Papagaio Sem Penas
At first, it only sold kites, but now you can find your favorite Carnival mask at this store in the Vasco da Gama Shopping Center, and at Alegro in Alfragide and Sintra.
From accessories to costumes and lots of wigs, this costume shop has everything and then some, which may very well be what you’re looking for.
For the little ones, there is a wide range of over 50 costumes that will make Carnival even more fun for children, who also love this time of year.
Partyland
Balloons are the trademark of this store in Laranjeiras, and there are many to suit all tastes and styles, from heart-shaped to superhero-themed.
Here you’ll also find a vast collection of costumes, wigs, and many Carnival accessories, ready to turn you into a villain or a ghost.
Mustaches and beards, hats and glasses, in this store you’ll find all this and much more.
Centroxogo
At this time of year, this store is completely transformed, with the sale of games and toys taking a back seat.
At Centroxogo, you’ll even find licensed Carnival costumes, i.e., authorized by the brands themselves, such as superhero costumes.
There are also costumes for babies, children, and adults, and many accessories, from wigs, hats, makeup, and other accessories to dress up in this Carnival.