Halloween Fever Sweeps Colorado: Millions Spent on Spooky Celebrations
While Christmas might hold the crown for holiday spending, Halloween is not far behind, especially in the United States. In Colorado, Halloween has become an almost equally significant occasion, with millions of dollars spent on extravagant outdoor displays, copious amounts of candy, and a plethora of themed attractions. From haunted houses to Halloween-themed bars and escape rooms, the state embraces the spooky season with gusto. The sheer number of Spirit Halloween stores popping up is a testament to the holiday’s popularity.
Spirit Halloween Expands in Colorado
It may only be August 1st, but the spooky season is about to take over our world! Spirit Halloween has announced the opening of 33 stores across Colorado this year, nine more than last year. These stores will sell costumes, decorations, and accessories to satisfy every Halloween enthusiast’s needs. The first stores will open this month, with others following soon after. Here’s where they’ll be:
Aurora
- Next to Dollar Tree: 13686 East Alameda Avenue – Opens in August
- Former 24 Hour Fitness: 4174 South Parker Road – Coming Soon
- Former Buy Buy Baby: 6492 South Parker Road – Coming Soon
Boulder
- Former Bicycle Village: 2100 28th Street – Opens in August
Cañon City
- Former Family Dollar: 1811 Fremont Drive – Opens in August
Castle Rock
- Former Big 5: 5650 Allen Way – Coming Soon
Clifton
- Former Salvation Army: 3227 I70b, B – Opens in August
Colorado Springs
- Next to Plato’s Closet: 933 North Academy Boulevard – Opens in August
- Former 24 Hour Fitness: 3650 Austin Bluffs Parkway – Coming Soon
- Former Bed Bath Beyond: 1790 East Woodmen Road – Opens in August
- Former Rue 21: 1710 Briargate Boulevard – Opens in August
Denver
- Former Forever 21: 500 16th Street Mall – Opens in August
- Former La Sandia: 8340 Northfield Boulevard – Opens in August
- Former Big Lots: 7475 East Iliff Avenue – Opens in August
Durango
- Former JC Penney: 800 S Camino Del Rio – Opens in August
Englewood
- Former Office Depot: 895 West Hampden Avenue – Opens in August
- Former Stickley’s: 9515 East County Line Road – Opens in August
Fort Collins
- Former Macy’s: 215 East Foothills Parkway – Opens in August
- Former Nike: 2721 Council Tree Avenue – Opens in August
Glenwood Springs
- Former JCPenney: 51027 Highway 6 and 24 – Opens in August
Grand Junction
- Former Sutherlands: 2405 Patterson Road – Opens in August
Greeley
- Former Team Tom: 2000 Greeley Mall – Opens in August
- Former RUE21: 4118 Centerplace Drive – Opens in August
Lakewood
- Former Family Dollar: 95 South Sheridan Boulevard – Opens in August
- Former Big Lots: 10575 West Colfax Avenue – Opens in August
Littleton
- Former Kirkland’s: 7301 South Santa Fe Drive – Opens in August
Lone Tree
- Former Bed Bath Beyond: 8467 South Yosemite Street – Opens in August
Longmont
- Former Big 5 Sporting Goods: 1610 Main Street – Opens in August
Loveland
- Former Goode Deals: 2983 North Garfield Avenue – Coming Soon
- Former Victoria’s Secret: 5971 Sky Pond Drive – Opens in August
Northglenn
- Former Party City: 450 East 120th Avenue, A-1 – Opens in August
Westminster
- Former Walmart Neighborhood Market: 7170 Federal Boulevard – Opens in August
- Former Bed Bath and Beyond: 7225 West 88th Avenue – Opens in August
The Business of Spook
Colorado’s love for Halloween is reflected not just in the number of Spirit Halloween stores but also in the thriving local haunted houses, Halloween-themed bars, and escape rooms. These attractions draw crowds eager to experience thrills and chills, contributing significantly to the state’s Halloween economy. The explosion of Halloween Spirit stores, combined with the booming sales of decorations and candy, highlights the cultural significance and economic impact of Halloween in Colorado. As the spooky season approaches, residents and visitors alike can look forward to a season filled with ghostly delights and eerie excitement.
