Best Halloween Sales 2027: Top US Stores for Costumes, Decor and Spooky Deals

The best Halloween sales in the US start earlier every year. Halloween 2027 falls on Sunday, 31 October, and US stores begin their Halloween ranges in late summer, with discounts building through September and October and big clearance sales from 1 November. For international shoppers, US stores offer more choice of costumes, animatronics and decorations than almost anywhere else. This guide covers the top US stores for Halloween deals, a sales timeline, and how to buy and ship US Halloween deals from anywhere.

Where to find the best Halloween sales in the USA

Spirit Halloween

The biggest name in Halloween, with pop-up stores across the US each autumn and an online shop. It’s known for licensed costumes, animatronics and props, and for deep markdowns after Halloween.

Amazon

Amazon has costumes, decor, lighting and party supplies at competitive prices, with deals through October. Read our Amazon shipping guide.

Target

Target’s Halloween range includes affordable decor, kids’ costumes, candy bowls and themed home items. See our Target guide.

Walmart

Walmart has low prices on costumes, decorations and inflatables. See our Walmart guide.

Home Depot and Lowe’s

Both are famous for large outdoor decorations, including giant skeletons, inflatables and animated props. Read our Home Depot and Lowe’s guides.

HalloweenCostumes.com

A specialist online store with a huge range of costumes for every age.

Etsy

For handmade decor, custom costumes and unique accessories. See our Etsy guide.

Halloween stores compared

Store	Best for	When to look for deals
Spirit Halloween	Licensed costumes, animatronics and props	October promotions and after-Halloween clearance
Amazon	Wide range of costumes, decor and party supplies	Through September and October
Target and Walmart	Affordable kids’ costumes and home decor	Mid October and after Halloween
Home Depot and Lowe’s	Large outdoor decorations	Early in the season, before popular items sell out

Halloween sales timeline for 2027

• August to early September: new Halloween ranges launch. Popular items such as giant outdoor props can sell out early, so buy them first.
• Mid September to early October: the best time for international shoppers to order costumes and decor, with good choice and time to ship.
• Mid to late October: more discounts, but less stock and less time for delivery abroad.
• 1 November onwards: Halloween clearance sales with the biggest markdowns. A great time to stock up for next year.

What to shop for in the Halloween sales

Costumes

Kids’ and adult costumes, family sets and pet costumes. See our guide to Halloween costumes with fast shipping.

Outdoor decorations

Skeletons, inflatables, tombstones, lights and animated props.

Indoor decor

Wreaths, garlands, table runners, candles and themed cushions. See our spooky products guide.

Party supplies

Tableware, banners, balloons and treat bags. Read our Halloween party checklist.

Halloween candy and treats

US stores also discount candy, treat bowls and baking supplies in October. Candy and other food can face customs rules in many countries and may melt in transit, so it’s usually better to buy treats locally and use your US order for costumes, decor and party supplies.

How to shop Halloween clearance sales

After 31 October, US stores clear their Halloween stock, often at big discounts. Clearance is ideal for decorations, lights and props you’ll use next year. Choose sturdy, reusable pieces over single-use items so your saving lasts. With Global Shopaholics, you can store your purchases with up to 30 days free storage. Paid plans keep them longer, up to 210 days, and ship them with your other orders.

Tips to spot a real Halloween deal

• Compare prices across two or three stores before you buy.
• Check price history on Amazon items with a price tracker.
• Read recent reviews and look at customer photos, especially for costumes and inflatables.
• Watch out for very cheap copies of licensed costumes from unknown sellers.
• Check the return policy, as some stores don’t accept returns on opened costumes.

The US Federal Trade Commission has more advice on shopping online safely.

Halloween deals for families

Families can save by buying multi-packs of treat bags, glow sticks and craft kits, and by choosing costumes that can be passed down or reused for dress-up days. Target and Walmart often discount kids’ costumes in mid October. Matching family costume sets are also popular, and buying them together usually costs less than separate outfits.

How international shoppers can make the most of US Halloween sales

• Order early: allow for US delivery to our warehouse, 4–5 working days of processing, and international transit.
• Combine orders: buy from several stores and ship together with package consolidation.
• Pay with any card: if a store declines your card, use our assisted purchase service.
• Check size and weight: big outdoor props cost more to ship, so compare the shipping cost with the saving.
• Check restrictions: fog fluid, sprays and some batteries may have limits. Read our shipping restrictions guide.

Shipping Halloween deals from the USA, step by step

Step 1: Get your US address

Create a free Global Shopaholics account and you get a US address at our warehouse in New Castle, Delaware, with your own suite number. Here’s how it works in more detail.

Step 2: Place your order

Add your picks from Spirit Halloween, Amazon or any US store to the cart and use your US address at checkout. Put the suite number in address line 2. Card declined because it was issued abroad? Use Assisted Purchase and we buy it for you.

Step 3: Your parcels arrive at our warehouse

Your parcels are checked in at the warehouse and appear in your account. You have up to 30 days free storage. If you shop over a longer period, paid plans give up to 210 days storage.

Step 4: Consolidate into one box

Ask us to consolidate your parcels into one box. One shipment usually costs less than several, and we can remove bulky retail packaging.

Step 5: Choose a carrier and ship

Pick DHL, FedEx, UPS or USPS (options depend on your country), compare the price in the shipping calculator and pay. Processing takes 4–5 working days, then the carrier takes over. Insurance starts at $10 and is capped at 2% of the declared value.

Before you order: delivery and customs tips

Order early. US stores usually ship to our warehouse within a few days, and we then need 4–5 working days to process your shipment before the carrier’s own transit time starts. If you’re buying for a date, work backwards from it.

Check what your country charges on imports before you buy. Duties and taxes vary by country and product type; see our customs and duties guide for how it works with a forwarding address.

Delaware has no sales tax, so your tax-free US address can lower the checkout total. Returns are simple too: we send unwanted items back to the US seller for $15, as long as the parcel hasn’t left our warehouse.

Import duty and tax: where to check

Every country sets its own import rules, so it’s worth a quick check before a big order. Here are the official sources for some of the places our customers ship to most.

Canada

In Canada, the Canada Border Services Agency sets the duty and tax on goods you import. It is worth checking before ordering high-value items.

United Kingdom

In the UK, import VAT applies to most parcels from abroad, and duty can apply on top for higher values. Check the official GOV.UK guidance before a big order, and visit our UK shipping page.

Australia

Australia has its own rules for goods imported by post and courier. The Australian Border Force publishes the current limits and the items you can’t bring in. Our Australia page has local shipping details.

Ways to pay less for shipping on Halloween orders

A deal is only a deal once shipping is added, so a few simple habits make a real difference.

Combine your orders

Wait until your orders have arrived and send them together. Package consolidation is free to request and is usually the single biggest saving; read why consolidated packages cost less.

Cut the packaging

Carriers charge by actual or volumetric weight, whichever is higher. Removing oversized retail boxes and repacking can lower the volumetric weight of a shipment.

Compare before you pay

Estimate your shipping with the calculator while you shop, so you know whether a heavy item is still good value. Our step-by-step calculator guide helps, and you can read more about our package forwarding service.

Frequently asked questions

When do Halloween sales start in the US?

New ranges launch from late summer, with discounts through September and October and clearance sales from 1 November.

Which US stores have the best Halloween sales?

Spirit Halloween, Amazon, Target, Walmart, Home Depot and Lowe’s are among the best.

When is the best time to buy Halloween decorations?

Buy popular items early, and stock up on decor for next year in the clearance sales after Halloween.

Can I buy US Halloween deals from outside the US?

Yes. Use your Global Shopaholics US address and we’ll forward your orders.

Can I store Halloween clearance items before shipping?

Yes. You get up to 30 days free storage. Paid plans cover up to 210 days.

Is my shipment insured?

You can add insurance when you ship. It costs a minimum of $10 and is capped at 2% of the declared value.

Do I pay US sales tax on orders sent to Delaware?

Delaware has no sales tax, so orders delivered to our warehouse usually aren’t charged it. Import duty or VAT may still apply when the parcel arrives in your country.

How we checked this

Updated 3 November 2026. Halloween date, store ranges and sale timing vary from year to year and store to store. The retailer’s website and the checkout page always have the final say on prices and availability.

Related guides

• Halloween costumes
• Halloween party checklist
• Spooky products

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