Costumes

Where event costumes are used

Costume acts work best as a surprise element rather than background décor. Inflatable costumes make their strongest impact during sangeet performances and reception entries, where a character walks or dances into the crowd and the reaction itself becomes part of the entertainment. The Indian mascot costume suits regional folk themes, deity-based entrances at religious functions, and brand mascot appearances at corporate events and store openings. Choreographers building a themed dance routine often use a costume as the opening or closing act, timed with the music rather than left to wander the floor unplanned. Paired with a decoration selfie point nearby, the costume becomes a second draw once the performance ends, since guests want a photo with the character right after.

Who buys event costumes

Event management companies and choreography teams offering novelty entertainment packages are the primary buyers, since a costume act is something they can sell as an upgrade on top of standard sangeet choreography. Tent house owners and decorators expanding into full-service entertainment add costumes to their inventory rather than subcontracting the act out each time. Corporate event agencies buy the Indian mascot costume format specifically for brand activations and mascot appearances at launches and store openings. Resellers supplying entertainment vendors across Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities also stock costumes, since demand for a "wow moment" at sangeet functions has grown steadily as guests increasingly expect more than a standard DJ set.

What to check before buying event costumes

Ventilation and breathability. A performer wears this suit through an entire routine, sometimes multiple times a night. Check that the head section has a mesh eye panel for clear vision and airflow, and that the inflatable costume's fan runs quietly enough not to interfere with the performance.

Battery life. For the inflatable costume, the fan that keeps the suit inflated runs on battery power through the performance. Confirm runtime before booking a routine longer than a single song, and always keep a spare battery on hand for back-to-back performances.

Inner lining and hygiene. Costumes get reused across multiple events and multiple performers. A washable or wipeable inner lining keeps the suit hygienic between bookings, which matters both for performer comfort and for the costume's working life.

Seam and zip durability. A costume that tears at the seam mid-performance is a problem in front of a live audience. Check the stitching at the joints and the strength of the zip closure before committing to a supplier.

Why event businesses source costumes from Tent Mart

Tent Mart has supplied event costumes and mascot suits to event businesses across India since 1986. We stock and supply directly, so there is no middleman markup, and no minimum order. Whether you need one suit to trial a new act or several to build a full entertainment package, we process it the same way. Ready stock is dispatched from our Delhi warehouse within 2 to 3 days. Delivery depends on your pin code via third party transport. Combine costumes with a decoration selfie point or entry theme décor to build a complete entertainment and photo package in one order.