If you thought Spirit Halloween disappeared after October 31, think again.
The spooky-season superstar is trading cobwebs for candy canes with Spirit Christmas, a pop-up holiday shop that’s bringing all the festive vibes to Ohio. This year, you can stroll through aisles of ornaments, twinkle lights, and Santa photo ops at two different location in Ohio, North Canton and Mentor.
Spirit Christmas is expanding big time this year, with 30 locations across the Northeast and Great Lakes, nearly four times more than last year. Inside, shoppers can wander through something called Peppermint Village, which sounds exactly as cozy and over-the-top as it should. Expect a mix of vintage holiday charm and interactive displays designed to hit you right in the nostalgia.
“At Spirit, we believe the magic of the season does not end with Halloween—it transforms,” said Steven Silverstein, CEO of Spirit Christmas. “From our one-of-a-kind Santa photo experience to an exclusive collection of festive merchandise, we’re thrilled to welcome guests back for another unforgettable season of magic and fun.”
And yes, Santa will be there, complete with an immersive photo setup. You can reserve your spot at SpiritChristmas.com, and visits with Santa are totally free, though photo packages are available if you want to take home the memory.
If you’re ready to trade pumpkins for peppermint, you can find Ohio’s Spirit Christmas locations at:
- Belden Park Crossings, 5487 Dressler Rd NW, North Canton
- Erie Commons, 8000 Plaza Blvd, Mentor
The in-store Santa experience kicks off November 21 and runs through Christmas Eve. Whether you’re in it for the photo ops, the holiday merch, or just to say you’ve seen what happens when Spirit Halloween gets festive, you can learn more by heading over to the Spirit Christmas website.
