Step 01
List for Free
Upload photos, describe your costume or ticket, set your price, and publish in minutes.
- Upload photos
- Describe your item
- Set your price
- Publish in minutes
How it works
The safest place to buy and sell Carnival costumes, fete tickets and accessories with secure payments, integrated shipping and Buyer Protection.
For sellers
Step 01
Upload photos, describe your costume or ticket, set your price, and publish in minutes.
Step 02
Once sold, purchase a discounted shipping label through CarnivalX. Print, drop off, and track every step.
Step 03
Payment is held securely until delivery is confirmed. Funds transfer automatically to your connected Stripe account.
For buyers
Step 01
Search by carnival, year, band, section, or size — or browse featured listings.
Step 02
Checkout on CarnivalX with clear pricing. Your payment stays protected while your item is on its way.
Step 03
Track your order, confirm everything arrived, and get ready for the road.
Trust
Pay through Stripe with encrypted checkout on every purchase.
CarnivalX holds funds until the buyer confirms delivery.
Tracked shipping with signature options for protected orders.
Help when something goes wrong — reviewed by our team.
AI-assisted checks and human review on suspicious activity.
Fair mediation when buyers and sellers need support.
We only release payment once your order has been successfully delivered and confirmed, giving buyers and sellers confidence throughout every transaction.
The safer choice
Facebook groups and WhatsApp deals have no payment protection, no tracked shipping, and no one to call when something goes wrong. CarnivalX holds every payment on-platform, verifies delivery, and resolves disputes fairly — so you can focus on Carnival, not chasing strangers for a refund.
Why CarnivalX
Buy and sell costumes and tickets worldwide.
Find rare pieces and sold-out sections.
Safely buy and sell event tickets.
Purchase shipping labels instantly after a sale.
Negotiate directly with sellers on-platform.
Every transaction is covered by Buyer Protection.
How money moves
List Item
Buyer Purchases
Ship Order
Buyer Receives
Buyer Confirms
Seller Gets Paid
List Item
Buyer Purchases
Ship Order
Buyer Receives
Buyer Confirms
Seller Gets Paid
Every transaction is tracked from listing to payout.
Questions
After the buyer confirms receipt — or when the auto-confirm window passes for eligible orders. Payouts go to your connected Stripe account minus the platform fee shown before you list.
Your payment is collected by CarnivalX and held until you confirm the item arrived as described. If something is wrong, open a dispute from your transaction and our team will review it.
Yes, when a seller offers local collection. Payment still runs through CarnivalX so both sides stay protected — never pay cash off-platform.
Absolutely. Send an offer or message the seller directly. Accepted offers checkout with the same protections as Buy Now.
Open a dispute from your transaction page with details and any tracking info. We investigate and may issue a refund if delivery failed or the listing was misrepresented.
At checkout, live carrier rates are fetched based on the seller's dispatch location and your delivery address. You choose a tracked service before you pay.
Where supported, yes — list your dispatch location and shipping method when you publish. International rules depend on carrier availability and listing settings.
Before shipment, buyers and sellers can coordinate through messages. After payment, cancellations follow our Returns & Refunds policy and depend on order status.
Whether you're buying your dream costume or selling one after Carnival, CarnivalX makes every transaction simple, secure and stress-free.