San Luis Obispo News & Updates

Spirit Halloween is planning to open a location in Arizona for the 2026 holiday season. This news comes as a potential indicator of future holiday retail trends.

There may be a scary surprise in Halloween trick-or-treat bags this year: a shortage of chocolate. This could mean fewer chocolate candies are available for trick-or-treaters.

The iconic Palm Theatre's Halloween party is returning for its third year, featuring spooky live music, scares, and food. This annual event is hosted by the SLO Film Center.

Freeform is dedicating the entire month of October to Halloween with its '31 Nights of Halloween' programming. The TV channel will feature a variety of spooky movies and shows throughout the month.

This October offers a great selection of new scary movies for horror fans, perfect for the approaching Halloween season. From 'Other Mommy' to 'Clayface,' there are thrilling options to enjoy.

Dunkin' is offering new Halloween-themed beverages for the season. Customers can enjoy flavors like Green Apple Dunkin' Zero and Purple Marshmallow Cold Foam.

Trader Joe's is bringing back its popular "Trick-or-Treat Mini Canvas Totes" for Halloween. These festive bags will be available in stores starting Wednesday, September 30th.

DoorDash data reveals interesting Halloween shopping trends, with specific candy preferences varying between states. Arizona and California show a strong preference for Red Vines.

Brach's has released a new perfume inspired by candy corn, a polarizing but classic Halloween treat. This unique fragrance aims to capture the essence of the divisive candy.

This article features an orange cat modeling Halloween pajamas, described as a "Creamsicle Dream." The content humorously touches on cats' typical reactions to wearing clothing.

A tabby kitten is shown picking a fight with a Grim Reaper Halloween decoration from inside a candy bowl. The article highlights this interactive decoration.

Candlelight is presenting 'A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics' with performances scheduled in San Luis Obispo. The event will take place at King David's Masonic Lodge on October 17th.

North County Animal Hospital is hosting a Halloween costume contest for pets. This event is a fun way for local pet owners to celebrate the spooky season with their furry friends.

Wendy's is reintroducing its iconic Halloween-themed packaging this year. This nostalgic return aims to capture the spirit of the season for customers.

Spirit Halloween has opened its seasonal stores, offering a wide selection of costumes and decorations. Locations are available in San Luis Obispo and Atascadero, among other nearby cities.