After touring the old Heineken brewery and getting some lunch nearby, I saw this place and stopped…read morein to look for a pink bunny costume that would fit me (about 191 cm). My hopes were not high because I had been to three or four costume stores in Germany, none of which even had bunny costumes for men. Well, Witbaard had *exactly* what I was looking for - and I cannot wait to dress up for Karneval season in Köln! This place is simply an awesome store for costumes and props. They have outfits ranging from various colors of Lederhosen to pirates to fairies. They also have party supplies such as garlands, confetti, streamers, and even national, city, and gay pride flags, too.

From the owner: Wij zijn ruim 116 jaar jong en een bruisend familiebedrijf voor een klein feestje tot een…read moremegapartij. Gewoon dé feestwinkel van geheel Haarlem en omgeving. Specialist in te gekke verkleed kleding, maffe pruiken, mooie hoeden, fantastische schmink, gekke brillen, fancy accessoires, toepasselijke decoraties voor alle feesten, gewone en gasgevulde ballons, echte jongleer spulletjes, eenvoudige goocheltrucjes, levensechte buikspreekpoppen en wat al niet meer. Ook Sinterklaas en Zwarte Piet worden bij ons helemaal aangekleed en natuurlijk vergeten wij de Kerstman en de Kerstvrouw ook niet. Kom dus voor halloween, de konings of oranje feesten, de oktoberfesten de paashaas, de carnaval, het vuurwerk en alle feesten snel naar ons toe. Ook leuke dresses voor de Toppers. U bedenkt 't en wij hebben het. Als wij het niet hebben, vergeet 't dan maar.

I've been back twice already and I keep finding new treasures. No matter what your age, you are…read moregoing to get in touch with your child-like wonder in this adorable and thoughtfully, creatively curated toy store. The costume selection for toddlers to 10 year olds (more or less) is FABULOUS. Face painting and baking supplies, puzzles, children's party supplies, gifts... their offerings make me happy dance.

Surprisingly grouchy shopkeeper! Scolded me when she asked me a question I was not expecting and…read morecould not understand. I immediately apologized for my inability to understand Dutch, but she continued to chastise me. Oof! If you have another choice of toy store in Amsterdam, might be a more kind experience for you and the kiddos!