History and Overview of Muppets Haunted Mansion Merchandise
The Muppets Haunted Mansion merchandise was released in October 2021 to coincide with the premiere of the Muppets Haunted Mansion Halloween special on Disney+.
Original Release
The merchandise was originally released exclusively for D23 Gold members in two launches – October 4 and October 11.
The October 4 launch included:
- Spirit Jersey
- MacGuffin Challenge T-Shirt for Adults
- Classic Baseball Cap
- Mummy and Duddy T-Shirt for Youth
- Pin Collection Set
- Collectible Coin
The October 11 launch included:
- Wallpaper Camp Shirt
- Fozzie Bear Halloween Costume Pin
- Fozzie Bear as Gauzey the Hatbox Bear Pin
- Miss Piggy Halloween Costume Pin
- Kermit Halloween Costume Pin
- Miss Piggy as Madame Pigota Pin
The collection was curated by Mickey’s of Glendale and The Muppets Studio and sold exclusively on shopDisney.com for D23 members.
Expanded Availability
After the initial D23 member exclusive release, some of the merchandise also became available for purchase to non-members on sites like shopDisney and Etsy. Additional Muppets Haunted Mansion merchandise has also been produced and sold by companies like Polka Dot Pixie Shop and Redbubble.
Notable Pieces
Some of the most popular and sought-after pieces from the collection include:
- The Spirit Jersey featuring glow-in-the-dark text and characters
- The pin collection set and individual character pins
- The gravestone merchandise featuring popular Haunted Mansion graveyard characters
Pricing and Discounts
The original D23 member prices ranged from $16.95 for a single pin up to $64.99 for the Spirit Jersey. Since the initial release, prices have remained fairly consistent on shopDisney but discounts can occasionally be found on sites like Etsy and Redbubble. D23 members were also able to enter sweepstakes to win Muppets Haunted Mansion merchandise for free.
Where to Purchase
Some of the best places to find Muppets Haunted Mansion merchandise include:
- shopDisney.com – Largest selection but some items still D23 member exclusive
- Etsy – Handmade and vintage items
- Redbubble – Fan-designed t-shirts and accessories
- Polka Dot Pixie Shop – Unique original designs
Many items can also be found on eBay and Mercari by searching for “Muppets Haunted Mansion”.
Conclusion
The Muppets have had a longstanding relationship with Disney, leading to various collaborations over the years. However, the idea to mesh the Muppets with the Haunted Mansion’s iconic imagery for a special and its accompanying merchandise was a fresh take on integrating these two beloved universes.
