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Halloween shoppers love lights — and they need safe, themed power solutions.

Halloween power strips with festive design, long cords, and surge protection are perfect seasonal add-ons for retail growth.

Let’s tap into the growing market for seasonal electrical accessories.

Why Are Halloween Power Strips Gaining Popularity?

Decorating goes electric — and spooky setups need power.

Consumers are adding more inflatables, LED décor, fog machines, and motion-activated lights every year.

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More Decorations Mean More Outlets

In recent years, I’ve noticed more Halloween shoppers asking for “safe” ways to plug in multiple devices. From porch lights to animatronics, standard wall sockets don’t cut it anymore. That’s where seasonal power strips step in.

Retailers that offer Halloween-themed extension solutions — like orange-and-black cords, flat plugs, and surge protection — sell faster and in higher quantities. In fact, one of our US-based buyers doubled their October sales after bundling power strips with LED string lights and fog machines.

Consumer Need Breakdown

These are real needs — not just seasonal gimmicks.

Can Seasonal Power Strips Be a High-Margin Retail Product?

Yes, and they often sell in multipacks.

Themed power strips can be sold at a 20%–40% markup due to seasonal urgency and bundled features.

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Seasonal Value Adds Up

Wakeup’s Halloween series features flame-retardant ABS casing, ETL safety certification, and visual appeal. Our clients often rebrand them with spooky packaging and promote them as “safe for outdoor Halloween setups.”

We’ve seen how bundling two strips in one package (one for indoors, one for outdoors) helps retailers increase the average ticket price. People preparing for Halloween are already spending on décor — so offering an “electrical safety bundle” feels like a necessary add-on.

Pricing Table: Suggested Markups

Margins are attractive, especially when bundled with other seasonal products.

What Features Should Retail Buyers Look for?

It’s more than just color — function sells.

Retailers should stock strips with safety switches, ETL/cETL certifications, surge protection, and festive themes.

Function Meets Theme

While orange and black cords are eye-catching, function still matters most to consumers. Buyers should ensure products meet North American safety standards and support high power draw — especially for fog machines or animated props.

From experience, features like child safety shutters, indicator lights, and flat plugs for behind décor setups are all popular. Packaging should highlight these benefits in simple terms: “Safe for Outdoor Use,” “Flame-Retardant Casing,” or “Surge Protected.”

Halloween Strip Feature Table

This isn’t overengineering — it’s about marketing and customer confidence.

When Should Retailers Start Promoting Halloween Power Strips?

Start early — October is too late.

Best results come when promotions start by early September alongside décor displays.

Pre-Halloween Strategy

People decorate earlier than you think. In the U.S., Halloween displays begin going up in mid-to-late September. Smart retailers create an “electric setup zone” with power strips, extension cords, and safety signage.

We’ve helped clients run limited-time Halloween bundles that include USB power strips or Type-C charging strips for haunted house operators who rely on phones and tablets. These products sell surprisingly well in spooky packaging — and often become impulse buys.

Suggested Promotion Timeline

Retailers who promote too late miss peak early spenders.

Are There Retail Bundling Opportunities?

Yes — and they increase sell-through dramatically.

Pair power strips with fog machines, light kits, or sound sensors to increase perceived value.

Make It an Experience

Halloween shoppers are emotional buyers. They’re planning a party, haunted house, or trick-or-treat trail. Retailers who create bundles or displays that fit this mindset can move products much faster than those selling “just” cords.

Wakeup often works with clients to bundle accessories in a box — even adding QR codes to show setup ideas or safety tips. In-store demos or LED-lit packaging can also grab attention.

Suggested Bundle Ideas

These bundles add convenience — and justify a higher price.

Conclusion

Halloween power strips meet real seasonal needs — and help retailers boost margins with safety, style, and smart displays.