PASADENA, Texas – With Halloween just around the corner, shoppers across the area are gearing up for spooky season\u2014and whether you’re planning a classic fright or a last-minute trick-or-treat look, local stores are bustling with activity.<\/p>\n
At the Spirit Halloween off the Sam Houston Tollway in Pasadena, the aisles are packed with animatronics, late-season shoppers, and kids eager to secure their favorite spooky gear.<\/p>\n
Top Costumes of the Season <\/p>\n
Classic slasher icons remain at the top of the list for trick-or-treaters this year. Young shoppers Melissa and Matthew stopped by to lock in their Halloween disguises, opting for horror royalty.<\/p>\n
“I’m going to be the Ghostface girl,” said Melissa. “And I’m going to be Jason,” said Matthew.<\/p>\n
According to Spirit Halloween District Sales Manager Sarah Wilson, classic horror continues to dominate sales.<\/p>\n
“Scream is definitely one of them,” Wilson said. “It’s probably our top seller this season with the new movie coming out.”<\/p>\n
Essential Dates and Store Hours for Last-Minute Shoppers <\/p>\n
If you haven’t secured an outfit yet, don’t panic. To accommodate the late rush, store hours are expanding as the holiday gets closer.<\/p>\n
“There’s always time to buy,” Wilson emphasized. “We’re open from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m., and those hours will just expand earlier and later. We’re still here and ready for you.”<\/p>\n
Shoppers should keep key store deadlines in mind when making purchases:<\/p>\n
Returns: Ending October 16Exchanges: Available through October 22 Ready for the Big Night <\/p>\n
For young trick-or-treaters, the ultimate goal remains the same: a big haul of candy and a few good scares. When asked if his terrifying costume might scare neighbors away from handing over treats, Matthew was confident in his abilities.<\/p>\n
“I’m pretty good at scaring,” he laughed.<\/p>\n
The Source: Spirit Halloween corporate employees and district managers.\u00a0<\/p>\n
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