The National Retail Federation said Halloween spending in the U.S. this year will reach a record $13.1 billion. Of that, $4.3 billion will be spent just on Halloween costumes.

But, Halloween costumes don't have to be expensive. There are places in Monroe County to get cheap, even free, costumes.

Monroe Family YMCA

Through Oct. 25, or while supplies last, free costumes and costume accessories are available through the Halloween Costume Swap at the Monroe Family YMCA, 1111 W. Elm Ave. in Monroe.

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