Now that summer break is over, the clock is racing toward Halloween. And Spirit Halloween wastes no time getting the spooky season started as early as August.
Empty storefronts across Florida have already transformed into the iconic hub for scary costumes, decorations and all things Halloween. In total, there will be almost 100 locations in the state this year.
Here’s when and where Spirit Halloween stores open in Pensacola, as well as other Florida locations across the state and what you’re in for if you’re seeking a Halloween-themed Labubu plushie.
What months of the year is Spirit Halloween open?
Brick-and-mortar Spirit Halloween stores start opening in August. Some have opened their doors as early as July.
Most stores usually close within the first week of November, but “die-hard Halloween enthusiasts” also can shop online yearround.
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Are Spirit Halloween stores open in Pensacola, Florida?
There are three locations in Pensacola that are currently open or are “coming soon”:
What time does Spirit Halloween open? See local hours
Is there a Spirit Halloween Labubu?
If you’re rushing to the nearest Spirit Halloween store in search of a horror-inspired Labubu, odds are you’ve been fooled by a one of the multiple viral TikToks with view counts between 953,000 and 2.3 million each.
The video, posted by @simplybuu on TikTok, shows the “new” plush toys featuring Halloween icons like Chucky, Jason Voorhees and Jack Skellington allegedly offered at the stores. However, in the comments and link in bio, it is revealed that the creator is the one who offers the customized items.
Spirit Halloween does not have any Labubu collectibles listed on their website, as of Aug. 20.
Where, when will Spirit Halloween stores open in Florida?
Every Florida Spirit Halloween store on the list below either opened this month or is “coming soon.” Some stores opened this week.
Spirit Halloween has announced that Florida will have 95 locations in 67 “major cities” this year. Click the link on the name of each city to find out if that location is open or labeled “coming soon.”
Locations listed as of Aug. 19 include:
This article originally appeared on Pensacola News Journal: Spirit Halloween opening 3 stores in Pensacola. List of what’s open, store hours
Reporting by Ashley Ferrer, Lianna Norman and Cheryl McCloud, USA TODAY NETWORK – Florida / Pensacola News Journal
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