Celebrations
Halloween is in 7 days.
Saturday, October 31, 2026
Spooky collectibles, costume timing, and the start of holiday shopping. Here's what's worth buying, when to buy it, and what it really sells for.
Your Halloween countdown
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Order costumes and decorations onlineStandard shipping can take a week, and popular sizes sell out.
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Pick up pumpkinsChoose ones with firm stems and no soft spots. Keep them somewhere cool until you carve.
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Buy candyPopular bags can sell out on the final weekend.
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Carve pumpkins and charge flashlightsCarved pumpkins last only a few days, so carve close to the night.
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Trick-or-treat!A porch light on tells trick-or-treaters you're handing out candy.
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Shop the after-Halloween clearanceCostumes and decorations drop in price from November 1, so stock up for next year.
What to buy, and when
| What | Best time to buy | Tip |
|---|---|---|
| Costumes and decor | Early October | Prices drop sharply on November 1 if you're shopping for next year. |
| Collectible figures | Any time | Glow and chase Funko Pops carry a premium; compare sold prices before buying. |
| Holiday gifts | Late October | Early holiday sales start right after Halloween. |
Spooky collectibles worth a look
Price drops →Set a price watch on any of these and we'll email you when it drops to your number.
Funko · 2018
Funko Pop Freddy Funko Glow Chase
$67.49buy now
Sold median $72.31 · 90 days
Pokémon · 2023
Charizard ex Obsidian Flames Special Illustration Rare
$42.25buy now
Sold median $51.94 · 90 days
Pokémon · 2025
Pokémon Prismatic Evolutions Elite Trainer Box
$87.08buy now
Sold median $110.63 · 90 days
Magic: The Gathering · 2024
Magic Foundations Play Booster Box
$79.38buy now
Sold median $96.73 · 90 days
The year in celebrations
US holidays and the big sale days, soonest first.
HalloweenOct 31 · in 7 days
DiwaliNov 8 · in 15 days
ThanksgivingNov 26 · in 33 days
Black Friday & Cyber MondayNov 27 · in 34 days
HanukkahDec 4 · in 41 days
ChristmasDec 25 · in 62 days
New Year'sJan 1 · in 69 days
Valentine's DayFeb 14 · in 113 days
EasterMar 28 · in 155 days
Mother's DayMay 9 · in 197 days
Father's DayJun 20 · in 239 days
Fourth of JulyJul 4 · in 253 days
Back to schoolAug 2 · in 282 days
Big US sale events
- Presidents' Day sales
- Mid-February. Mattresses, appliances, and furniture.
- Memorial Day sales
- Late May. Outdoor gear, grills, and appliances.
- Amazon Prime Day
- Usually July. Amazon devices, electronics, and household items.
- Labor Day sales
- Early September. Furniture, appliances, and end-of-summer clearance.
- Black Friday & Cyber Monday
- The weekend after Thanksgiving. Toys, electronics, and nearly everything else.
- After-Christmas clearance
- December 26 onward. Decor, wrap, and gift sets for next year.
Timing is based on past years. Each store announces exact dates a few weeks ahead.