Ontario Animatronic Shortage Hits Ahead of Halloween

Ontario shoppers are facing a shrinking window to buy Halloween animatronics as major retailers like Spirit Halloween, Home Depot, and Costco sell out of popular characters. According to an investigation by Inside Halton, some animatronics at these stores have already been listed as 'out of stock' ahead of October 31.

The prices for these life-sized and giant-sized animatronics range from $69.98 to $449.99, with Spirit Halloween offering a wide selection across nearly 40 pop-up locations in Ontario. However, it is advised that if there's a specific character sought after, waiting for last-minute sales may not yield results.

Product selection and availability may differ from store to store, especially as the big day approaches. While some discounts may be found closer to October 31, shoppers are cautioned against delaying purchases in hopes of scoring deeper deals, as popular items are already disappearing from shelves.