Is it just me or does it seems like people up the ante every year when it comes to Halloween decorating? Last year was the first time I saw the GIANT skeletons that are now everywhere. Spider webs, covens, and even dragons are really popular this year, too.

Research suggests that, yes, people are spending a lot more on Halloween decor than in years past. Total spending on decorations is expected to reach a record-high of about $4.2 billion in 2025.

In 2025, 78% of Halloween shoppers are expected to buy decorations, an increase from 72% in 2019, according to the National Retail Federation.

Over the past decade, overall spending on Halloween has seen a steady increase. While there was a temporary dip in total Halloween spending in 2024, the number of people planning to buy decorations is

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