Hallowe'en

Last weekend I found myself a little confused date-wise while shopping; I'm not 100% sure why, but it may have something to do with all the Hallowe'en products out for sale. It's the middle of September, Hallowe'en isn't until the end of October. I mean seriously do we really need stock out a month and a half before the actual event? Are there people out there stocking up on skull candy waiting until the end of October? Are they making sure they've got their costumes ready for them or their kids? How much planning time does it take?

Anyway this is my timely note - Hallowe'en 17th September. Let's see if they can start any earlier next year.