I shopped for Halloween decorations at Target and Walmart, but I'd only return to the more expensive store
Target and Walmart are known to have expansive aisles filled with Halloween decorations each fall.
So I shopped at both to see which department store reigns supreme this year.
I'd only return to Target for spooky holiday items; it had better options and more organized aisles.
Just in time for spooky season, I visited Target and Walmart to see which store has better Halloween decor offerings.
I started at Target, where I found a clearly labeled section dedicated to Halloween decor in the back of the store.
I could tell pretty quickly that a lot of items were already sold out.
But I appreciated how the remaining items were organized by theme. In the first aisle, I noticed a small section of fall decor next to more traditional Halloween items.
There were also decorations for different aesthetics. My favorites were these dark, witch-themed items that ranged in price between $10 and $35.
But if you prefer neon items or traditional pumpkins, Target has options for you too.
The electronic section was picked over, but the remaining options were unique. I found an LED jack-o'-lantern sign for $35 and pathway lights shaped like pumpkins for $15.
And if you wanted string lights, there were still plenty left for prices between $5 and $15.
There were a few inflatable decorations priced between $25 and $100, though they were seemingly losing shelf space to Christmas decorations.
Of course, Target had the fan-favorite Lewis decoration on display. It was sold out, but I noticed a handful of people stopping to listen to the item's beloved catchphrase.
Finally, I browsed a full aisle of hosting decor. The wide variety of items there included themed tablecloths, plates, party favors, serving dishes, and more, mostly priced between $3 and $10.
Next, it was time to visit Walmart. I saw a "Happy Halloween" sign with Christmas trees behind it, so I was a little confused at first.
Turns out, the Halloween aisles were next to the banner — not behind it. I first noticed a few inflatable decorations above rows of costumes. They retailed for $35 each.
Nearby was an aisle filled with a seemingly random assortment of decorations. There were string lights, plastic buckets, thunderbolt projectors, and an inflatable body bag.
There were only two Halloween aisles at the store I visited, and I thought both were pretty disorganized. I noticed wreaths, cake-decorating items, pillows, and fake mustaches all stocked together.
There were a few signs that explained where you'd find "indoor decor" and items for carving pumpkins, but I still found things like wigs and face paint shelved there.
One thing I really appreciated, however, was the low, clearly marked prices. I noticed tons of items priced under $1, and others between $5 and $10.
And there were a lot of fun, inexpensive party items. I particularly liked the store's $3 pumpkin plates and $6 balloon banners.
But after shopping at both stores, I'd only return to Target for Halloween decorations. The store had more items, organized aisles, and was overall a better shopping experience — even if it was slightly more expensive than Walmart.
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