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Source:Holiday Party / Time:2026-08-26
Halloween Characters to Spot at Disneyland 2026
Disneyland has announced its Halloween Time character lineup for 2026, featuring beloved characters in festive Halloween attire . Characters at Disney California Adventure: Mickey Mouse dressed as a magician Minnie Mouse in a flapper dress Donald Duck in a devil outfit Daisy Duck as a witch Goofy as a scarecrow Characters at Disneyland Park: Mickey Mouse and friends in new Halloween-themed attire with harlequin motifs Jack Skellington and Sally at New Orleans Square's Royal Courtyard The Halloween Time fun runs from August 21 through October 31 .
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Source:Holiday Party / Time:2026-08-26
Brookfield Zoo Chicago Hosts "BOO! at the
Brookfield Zoo Chicago is hosting its annual "BOO! at the Zoo" family-friendly Halloween event on October 3, 2026 . Event Details: Festive décor and not-so-scary surprises Seasonal fun for ghosts and ghouls of all ages Free with Zoo membership and included with general admission Guests are encouraged to wear their favorite costumes
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Source:Holiday Party / Time:2026-08-26
Disney's Nightmare Before Christmas 2026 Collection Debuts
Disney has released its 2026 Nightmare Before Christmas Halloween collection, featuring new pieces themed after Jack Skellington, Sally, and Oogie Boogie . Collection Highlights: Oogie Boogie pullover hoodie with his face embroidered on the hood 8-piece deluxe figure play set featuring favorite characters Loungefly crossbody bag with chainlink chain and metal charms Sally mug featuring the silhouette of Jack atop Spiral Hill The collection is available at the Disney Store and is expected to sell out quickly .
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Source:Holiday Party / Time:2026-08-26
Mars 2026 Halloween Trends: Candy as "Social
Mars' annual "Tricks, Treats and Trends" report reveals that Halloween has become America's longest retail season, with candy acting as "social currency" . Key Findings: 75% of U.S. adults agree a shared candy bowl builds community 71% believe the candy they hand out says something about them 71% want texture in their treats; nearly 60% seek "extreme" flavors New for 2026: TWIX Skulls SNICKERS Pumpkins Fun Size SKITTLES POP'D Creepy Crunch M&M's Milk Chocolate Pumpkin Pie Discovery Channels: 53% of Gen Z spot Halloween trends on TikTok .
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Source:Holiday Party / Time:2026-08-26
Halloween 2026 Trends: "Happiest Hauntings" and Cozy Family Focus
Hallmark's 2026 Halloween trend report identifies a shift toward "Happiest Hauntings," where spooky season is becoming more about joyful family togetherness than sheer fright . Top Trends: Color Palettes: Muted pastels, retro rainbows, and varying shades of black alongside traditional orange glows Icons: Friendly ghosts, playful pumpkins, dancing skeletons, and cute monsters with googly eyes Decor: Halloween trees, no-carve pumpkin painting, and googly-eyed monsters Activities: Weekly Halloween movie nights, group photos, family baking sessions, and collaborative October bucket lists Memory-Forward Decorating: The report emphasizes creating shared traditions, such as painting portraits on mini pumpkins or decorating a Halloween tree with photos of costumes past .
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Source:Holiday Party / Time:2026-08-26
Spirit Halloween Stores Open Across the U.S.
Spirit Halloween, the seasonal retailer, has opened its doors for the 2026 Halloween season, with stores appearing in vacant storefronts across the country . Store Hours: Mon-Tues: 11 a.m. – 8 a.m. Wed-Fri: 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. Sat: 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. Sun: 12 p.m. – 6 p.m. Amber Garmany, a shopper in Greenville, stated: "Oh, I shop all year long, I'm always getting spiders or little decor for my house. I have a little girl, so I'm taking her out, getting her to do all kinds of things that I loved doing as a kid" .
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Source:Holiday Party / Time:2026-08-26
Target Apologizes and Pulls "Offensive" Halloween Clown
Target faced widespread backlash and issued a formal apology after selling a children's Halloween costume that social media users compared to racist minstrel imagery from the Jim Crow era . The Controversy: The "Kids' Glows Under Blacklight Circus Clown Halloween Costume" featured black and orange geometric patterns, a black hood, and an exaggerated white smiling mouth . Critics noted the product image, modeled by a Black child, mirrored historical photos of minstrel show performers . Target's Response: "We know this is especially hurtful for our Black guests, team members, and partners. Removing the costume is an important first step, and the company is looking closely at how this happened and what needs to change" . The company confirmed the product is no longer for sale and is reviewing internal processes . The incident comes nearly a year after Target scaled back its Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives .
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Source:Holiday Party / Time:2026-08-26
Summerween" Trend Drives Early Halloween Shopping Surge
Retailers report that Halloween merchandise is selling out quickly as early as August, driven by a consumer trend dubbed "Summerween" . Key Statistics: 70% of shoppers plan to buy fall or Halloween items before September 57% of U.S. adults say Halloween is no longer a single day but a full season Nearly 60% of Gen Z is familiar with or has participated in the "Summerween" trend Retailer Response: Home Depot's 12-foot "Skelly" skeleton often sells out by Labor Day Michaels has seen customers asking for Halloween items since July Mars released its full 2026 Halloween portfolio starting in July Stephanie Carls, RetailMeNot's retail insights expert, stated: "Halloween has already made its way from the candle aisle all the way to the front yard at this point" .
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Source:Holiday Party / Time:2026-08-26
Blenheim Palace Unveils Biggest Halloween Trail Yet with Giant Spider Puppet
Blenheim Palace in the UK has unveiled its most ambitious Halloween trail to date for 2026, featuring an enormous Spider Puppet, a Monster Disco, and dozens of new installations running from October 22 to November 1 . Key Attractions: 1.3-kilometer after-dark trail through the UNESCO World Heritage Site grounds Enormous Spider Puppet: A showstopper that stalks visitors before bursting into sudden movement Monster Disco: A colorful, upbeat dance finale with rotating mirror balls Dracula's Lair: A theatrical world of mausoleums, gravestones, and rolling mist Two Headless Horsemen greeting arrivals Scale: Over 50 gravestones, 40 skeletons (including four 12-foot figures), 50 pumpkin lanterns, 24 coffins, 70+ skulls, 100 spiders, and 100 crows . Pricing: Tickets start from £19 per adult and £13.50 per child, with peak pricing at £25 and £19.50 respectively .
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Source:Holiday Party / Time:2026-08-26
Brookfield Zoo Chicago Hosts "Boo! at the Zoo"
Brookfield Zoo Chicago is hosting its annual "BOO! at the Zoo" family-friendly Halloween event on October 3, 2026 . Event Details: Festive décor and not-so-scary surprises Seasonal fun for ghosts and ghouls of all ages Free with Zoo membership and included with general admission Guests are encouraged to wear their favorite costumes and enjoy a Halloween experience at the zoo .
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