Running out of time? No where to turn? Don’t despair! We have that perfect last minute gift you are looking for, socks, shirts, toys, posters, artwork, stickers… You don’t have to settle for a candle. Well, unlees you want to pick up one of our amazing pillar candles like a Jeff Goldblum, Elvira, or the king of Christmas: Clark Griswald!

It is getting down the the wire and, last we checked, more and more items are throwing up the dreaded “Arrives after Christmas” warning on all your fave online stores. Come in and get the relief of a gift in your hand, no waiting on shipping!

We are open extra days on Monday 12/22 & Tuesday 12/23 from 10-7 then 10-2 on Christmas Eve 12/24. But if you wait to come in on 12/25, you are too late, we are closed, and that’s on you.

For the second year in a row, we made the most of being a block off the parade route and scared up some serious Halloween week fun.

Starting the Saturday before with Trick or Treating on Main for the kiddos, we loved seeing all the families and costumes out. Minecraft’s Steve (looking a bit shorter than we expected) stopped by and didn’t hesitate to bust out the moves when we blasted Lava Chicken! 

Thanks to all who grabbed a photo Halloween parade night with Michael, Jason, Joe, Rebecca, and the crew! For more thrills and chills, see our full recap video on our YouTube channel!

Halloween is obviously one of our favorite holidays here at Thrills Ville and, if you don’t know, we are a half block off the Edwardsville Halloween Parade route, perfect for killing time after staking out your spot and setting up your chairs! Stop in on 10/31 from 6 - 9 and get your photo taken with our special guests Michael M. and Jason V., exclusive discounts and some other surprises! Stop by and get spooky!

After the parade, we will be out and about in Downtown Edwardsville so say hi if you see us and you can score a coupon for a future Thrills Ville visit! Stay tuned to our socials for more updates and see you on Halloween!

Too much cash, not enough shelf space? PROBLEM SOLVED!

Introducing Thought-Merch™: the first collectibles you pay full price for but never have to find room for! With our Mind’s Eye™ Technology, you can now purchase ultra-rare merch that exists purely in thought! Just like real collecting, but with less clutter! FULL PRICE FOR THE FULL EXPERIENCE!

It’s even better than NFTs!

No blockchain! No screenshots!

Just cold hard cash in exchange for the idea of ownership! IT’S ULTRA-PORTABLE!!

Want a Thought-Exclusive Figure? A Thought-Poster? An Exclusive Rare Timed Box Set™?

Just hand over your money and rest easy knowing you “own” them. Bragging rights included. Available April 1st… IF YOU CAN BELIEVE IT!

Joe got older! To celebrate, we threw a party at the store complete with snacks, balloons, and a band!

Thanks to Low Water Mark for Ghosts rocking the store and all those who came out throughout the day to celebrate! If you missed it, don’t worry, we are already scheming on another appearance for the band in the coming months.

Checkout a live performance video for Low Water Mark for Ghosts’s single Collision Course filmed during the party and edited by our friend Byron from Hotson Media on our YouTube channel!

I know we have started off nearly every newsletter with a thank you but, truly, thanks to everyone who made Thrills Ville part of your holidays! We decided late to add a couple of extra shopping days for you all and open up on 12/23 and 12/24, when we typically would have been closed, and the response was great. We had a good run starting from Black Metal Friday through the end of the year.

Thanks again for all the support in 2024!

BUT no reason to slow down now! See below for info on the Thrills Ville party for Joe’s birthday later this month. We have several big things lined up, including an in-store performance by our friends Low Water Mark for Ghosts!

Happy New Year, here’s to a big 2025 for Thrills Ville!

The holidays are here, and while nothing tops the thrill of Halloween, this season has its own kind of magic—cozy nights, twinkling lights, and the fun of finding something totally perfect for the raddest people in your life.

The holidays are the perfect time to escape the chill, cozy up with your favorite movies, and let nostalgia take over. Whether you’re staying in for a marathon of cult classics or bundling up to drive around and take in the magic of twinkling Christmas lights, we’ve got just the thing to make it all feel extra special.

While you’re out cruising through the festive glow, swing by Thrills Ville to grab a gift that is unique and won’t just sit under the tree—it’ll outshine it!

Thanks to everyone who came through for Trick or Treating on Main Street before Halloween! We loved seeing the little ones all decked out as their favorite characters and all the reactions to our buddy Screampool. For about 2 straight hours we had a parade through the store as we gave kids the ultimate trick or treating pop quiz: candy from the chocolate bucket or candy from the fruity bucket?

Fortunately, Joe has made a full recovery after his surprise run in with Michael Meyers. If that doesn’t make sense to you, you should check out the Halloween ad on our YouTube channel!

Adding some missing spiciness to the local business line up, Thrills Ville has opened in Downtown Edwardsville. Conveniently located between Stagger Inn and Dewey’s Pizza, Thrills Ville is bound to be your new favorite destination while waiting for a table. Just don’t be surprised if you find you need more than a few minutes to soak in everything it has to offer.

Since opening, many people have immediately been struck by the Thrills Ville vibes: “This place doesn’t feel like it is in Edwardsville”, “This reminds me of a cross between a video store and my old basement”, “[…] everything you have in here is something that is near and dear to my heart”, “I wish I didn’t have to leave and I could just sleep here”. The store seems to hit people on a different level. 

Featuring vintage movie posters, collectables, toys, VHS tapes, keychains, stickers, magnets, and other rad merch, Thrills Ville has a style all its own that is apparent the moment you step in the door. The brainchild of long-time graphic designer, art director, and advertising guru Joe Wieneke, Thrills Ville invites you to dive in to a world of pop culture, art, and inspiration.

But don’t let the memories and nostalgic vibes fool you, Thrills Ville is not a throwback store, wishing to go back to a bygone time. Thrills Ville is a celebration of all things rad, new and old. Join us as we start our adventure and build a community around the things we all love. Welcome to our store, welcome to our community.

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