Get ready, parents! The elusive Hatchimals that have been nearly impossible to track down are finally making their way to Target stores this Sunday, December 11. According to a statement from Target, “Target stores nationwide will start receiving a fresh batch of Hatchimals ($59.99), with stock trickling in all week.” But don’t wait too long—these fuzzy creatures are expected to fly off the shelves (limit two per customer) while supplies last, so make sure to check your local store.
Now, if you’re scratching your head wondering what all the fuss is about, let me break it down. Hatchimals are adorable stuffed animals that come encased in an egg, which “hatches” after a suspenseful wait of 10 to 40 minutes. Once they emerge, your little one gets to nurture their Hatchimal and teach it to walk, talk, and play games. I haven’t encountered one myself, but based on other similar noisy toys, I can only imagine the chaos—yet kids are absolutely obsessed with them! Despite the variety of Hatchimals available, word has spread like wildfire, leaving most stores and online retailers running out of stock.
If you’re feeling brave enough to shell out some serious cash, you can find a few on eBay, with listings starting around $93 and many going for $100 or more. Ouch! It’s hard to justify spending that much on a toy that might end up gathering dust before the holiday season wraps up. The popularity of these bird-like toys has caught the attention of their parent company, Spin Master, which recently stated, “The consumer response to Hatchimals has been extraordinary, exceeding all expectations. We don’t want anyone to be disappointed nor do we support inflated prices from unauthorized resellers. More stock will be available in December, but we expect it to sell out quickly.”
If you’re determined to snag one of these furry friends, you might want to consider camping out overnight. It could also be wise to send your partner to another Target location, as the specific stores receiving Hatchimals haven’t been disclosed—only that they’ll be distributed nationwide. If the thought of braving the cold or spending a fortune makes you cringe, Target has Hatchimal-themed gift cards available so you can wrap up a fancy IOU for the elusive toy. Just make sure to avoid taking the kids to Target until you’re certain the shelves are stocked! Alternatively, you could print a festive letter from Santa explaining why a Hatchimal didn’t make it under the tree this Christmas.
As is the case with any trendy toy, the real challenge will be keeping your kids engaged with it after the holiday excitement fades away.
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Summary:
Hatchimals will be available at Target this Sunday, December 11, with limited stock expected to sell out quickly. These popular toys, which hatch from eggs and require nurturing, have become a hot commodity this holiday season. If you’re looking to secure one for your child, act fast or consider alternatives like gift cards.