Halloween will be here before you know it and Americans will once again dig into their pockets. According to the National Retail Federation, total amount spent around the spooky season is forecast to reach a new high of $9.1 billion. That figure is up from $8.4 billion in 2016. The most money is expected to be spent on costumes, with $3.4 billion going towards Halloween attire. Other estimates: $2.7 billion on candy; about $2.7 billion on decorations; and $410 million on Halloween-related greeting cards Are you ready for Halloween yet?