Sept. 2, 2026

When Does Halloween Actually Start? Plus Disney’s NFL Mascot Matchups (Ep. 32)

When Does Halloween Actually Start? Plus Disney’s NFL Mascot Matchups (Ep. 32)

Lauren and Eric debate when Disney Halloween season really begins and rank the hits and misses from Disney’s new NFL character collection.

Halloween keeps arriving earlier, but when does spooky season actually begin? Lauren and Eric look at Disney’s ever-expanding Halloween calendar, the rise of “Summerween,” and whether August is becoming the new October. Then they tackle Disney’s new NFL character collection, debating the pairings that scored big, the choices that left fans scratching their heads, and which characters might have made better hometown mascots.

HIGHLIGHTS

• When should Halloween season officially begin - July, August, September, or October?
• How Disney’s Halloween parties and merchandise keep creeping earlier on the calendar
• Why “Summerween” searches and early Halloween shopping are surging
• Disney’s character pairings for all 32 NFL teams
• The best, worst, and most confusing Disney-NFL mascot choices, from Pete and the Steelers to Darth Vader and the Raiders
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