Just like the residents of Halloween Town sing in “The Nightmare Before Christmas,” “This is Halloween!”

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - It's the most wonderful time of the year -- if you're a Halloween lover. Spirit Halloween stores are officially open for visitors to shop for Halloween costumes, decorations, animatronics, games, accessories and more! It may only be August, but Halloween enthusiasts are already preparing for the eve of All Saints' Day. You can even get really spooky with a moving Pennywise life-size decoration, or be festive with spider glasses and candy core socks. Click here to find a Spirit Halloween store near you.

Jack Skellington and the crew have made their way onto shelves at Target and are waiting for you. The store has been stocking up with all things Nightmare Before Christmas. Were talking socks, coffee mugs, a cookbook and a read-along storybook and CD, along with other items that will send shivers down your spine. And, of course, there are all sorts of awesome costumes, too. Its fair to say these things are suitable for an array of occasions, and it seems quite a few people are thinking that, too. Check your local Target store or online for the spooky stuff.