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Halloween might still be weeks away, but Spirit Halloween is already gearing up for the next big celebration—Christmas! The seasonal retail giant, known for transforming empty storefronts into spooky wonderlands, is making the leap from haunted houses to holiday cheer.
Spirit Halloween, a pop-up staple owned by Spencer Gifts, first opened in the Bay Area in 1983. Every year, it takes over vacant spaces to sell costumes, eerie home decor, and larger-than-life animatronics. This year, however, they’re sticking around a bit longer, bringing the spirit of Christmas to 10 brand-new locations across the Northeast under their Spirit Christmas banner.
The Spirit website promises an array of festive goodies, including “thousands of stocking stuffers, holiday apparel, fun gifts, unique decor, and all the trimmings to make your Christmas unforgettable.”
Where Are Spirit Christmas Stores Opening?
Spirit Christmas will be taking over malls and shopping centers in New Jersey, Connecticut, New York, Massachusetts, and Pennsylvania. Some of these holiday stores are even popping up in existing Spirit Halloween locations.
Here’s a complete list of the new Spirit Christmas spots:
- Waterford, CT: Crystal Mall, 850 Hartford Turnpike
- Dartmouth, MA: Faunce Corner Shopping Center, 65 Faunce Corner Mall Road
- Brick Township, NJ: Market Place at Brick, 465 NJ 70
- Marlton, NJ: 740 Route 73 South
- Mays Landing, NJ: Consumer Square, 230 Consumer Square
- Woodbridge, NJ: The Plaza at Woodbridge, 675 U.S. Highway 1 South
- Albany, NY: Colonie Center, 131 Colonie Center
- Bohemia, NY: Sayville Plaza, 5181 Sunrise Highway
- Poughkeepsie, NY: Chestnut Plaza, 2020 South Road
- Erie, PA: Millcreek Mall, 345 Millcreek Mall Boulevard
What to Expect at Spirit Christmas Stores
Along with its festive offerings, Spirit Christmas is giving families another reason to visit—free photos with Santa! Yes, you read that right. Families can already book appointments to snap a picture with jolly ol’ Saint Nick.
As for when these holiday pop-ups will officially open, Spirit confirmed that the Mays Landing, New Jersey location will open on Oct. 18. The remaining nine stores are set to debut in early November.
While the official opening dates for the other locations haven’t been posted on the website yet, holiday lovers can check back for updates as we get closer to November. The Spirit Christmas team is ready to help you turn up the holiday magic this season!
So, get ready for a festive takeover—Spirit Christmas is coming to town, and it’s bringing the holiday cheer in a big way.
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