Back in July, Hershey’s Co. predicted that its sales would take a hit this Halloween due to the coronavirus pandemic. It seems they were right. Hundreds of towns across the country are discouraging people from trick-or-treating, and some have canceled planned Halloween festivities altogether.
Already, local governments in 37 states have announced that public Halloween events will not take place this year. Some towns have even pressured private businesses to follow suit. In Booneville, Arkansas, for example, the Scantling Haunted House, which typically offers tours for people of all ages, said it would not open this year due to coronavirus restrictions. Even Disney had to cancel its Oogie Boogie Bash at its California park due to the state’s regulations (as well as its famous Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party at its Florida location).
