The holiday season has officially commenced with the opening of all Spirit Christmas stores across the United States. Although Thanksgiving has not yet arrived, the seasonal retail chain has launched its Christmas-themed pop-up shops, expanding from its successful Halloween counterpart. This year, Spirit Halloween has opened **30 Christmas-themed locations** mainly in the northeastern United States and the Great Lakes region.
The flagship store welcomed customers on **October 17, 2024**, featuring Santa Claus himself greeting guests. A spokesperson from the company confirmed that the first **100 visitors** received a special discount and complimentary treats. Last year marked the debut of Spirit Christmas stores, which began with **eight locations** in the Northeast.
Expanded Presence and Store Details
According to Spirit Halloween, several locations began opening in late October, with the majority of stores operating by early November. The all-new Christmas stores will be open daily from **10 a.m. to 9 p.m. local time**. The expansion reflects the growing popularity of holiday-themed retail experiences.
In preparation for the festive season, select Spirit Christmas locations are also offering photo sessions with Santa Claus. These experiences began on **November 21, 2024**, and will be available on Fridays from **15:00 to 19:00**, Saturdays from **11:00 to 19:00**, and Sundays from **12:00 to 18:00** local time.
Store Locations Across the U.S.
Spirit Christmas has strategically positioned its stores in key regions, ensuring a wide reach for holiday shoppers. Notable locations include:
– **Connecticut**
– Manchester: 1440 Pleasant Valley Road
– Milford: 1405 Boston Post Road
– **Illinois**
– Bloomingdale: 340 W. Army Trail Road
– Joliet: 2661 Plainfield Road
– Naperville: 336 Illinois Route 59
– **New Jersey**
– Cherry Hill: 2234 W. Marlton Pike Road
– Lawrenceville: 3371 Brunswick Ave.
– Paramus: 34 E. Ridgewood Ave.
– **Pennsylvania**
– Bethel Park: 4000 Oxford Drive
– Pittsburgh: 4801 McKnight Road
This expansion signals a robust commitment to engaging customers during the holiday season, providing festive decor and experiences that appeal to families and individuals alike. With the successful rollout of its Christmas stores, Spirit Halloween aims to establish a new tradition of holiday shopping that complements its Halloween offerings.