Evangeline's Reopens for Halloween in Old Sacramento
The beloved costume shop resumes business operations following repairs from a destructive fire last year.
Updated on Oct. 30, 2026 in Openings & Closings
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Evangeline's has officially reopened its doors in Old Sacramento just in time for the Halloween season. The store returned to business after a fire forced it to remain closed throughout October 2025.
Why it matters
The return of this local landmark restores a significant retail hub for holiday shoppers in the historic district. Extensive renovations were required to address damage caused by a blaze that occurred last year.
The store is currently welcoming 50 people per floor at a time. While the second and third floors are open, the first floor remains under active renovation.
The players
Evangeline's
This established retail entity in Old Sacramento specializes in costumes, accessories, and seasonal props.
The details
The shop continues to offer its full catalog of costumes, accessories, props, and masks to visitors in the district. Although upper levels are operational, the first floor is scheduled to complete its transition back to full use next month.
Timeline
Evangeline's was closed during October 2025 due to fire damage.
The store reopened on October 30, 2026, for holiday shoppers.
The first floor is expected to fully reopen on November 28, 2026.
Market Landscape
The store's recovery follows the 2025 Old Sacramento fire, an incident that forced a temporary pause in operations for several businesses in the historic district. This reopening reflects a broader stabilization of the local retail sector as damaged properties complete required repairs.
Shoppers can now access the second and third floors for their holiday costume needs. Customers should prepare for potential wait times or restricted entry to ensure the building remains within its capacity limit of 50 people per floor.
The takeaway
The return of a major seasonal business highlights the importance of timely building restoration for local economies. Residents planning to shop should monitor the store's progress as the final phase of renovation concludes later this November.
What happens next
The first floor of the store is scheduled to fully reopen to the public on November 28, 2026.
Further reading
For more updates on local retail activity, see Sacramento Openings & Closings.
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