Ever walked past a giant orange-and-black store sign in an empty building and thought, “Whoa… where did that come from?” That’s Spirit Halloween for you—popping up like a friendly ghost just when spooky season hits. I’ve always been fascinated by how it seems to appear overnight, stocked to the ceiling with costumes, décor, and things you didn’t even know you needed. 🕸️ How Spirit Halloween Became a Seasonal Sensation Believe it or not, Spirit Halloween started as a small pop-up shop in 1983 in California. Founder Joe Marver had a brilliant idea—turn empty retail spaces into Halloween wonderlands. This model was perfect because most stores only need to be open for a few months to make a huge profit. Today, Spirit Halloween is the largest Halloween retailer in North America , with over 1,400 locations opening each fall. The best part? Many of these stores are inside old, abandoned places—think former Kmarts, Sears, or even random furniture stores. 👻 What Makes Spirit Halloween ...