Treat Yourself This Halloween Season: Krispy Kreme Brings Fall Magic to Redlands

As October arrives and Halloween decorations start appearing throughout Redlands, there's a sweet new reason to celebrate.

The recently opened Krispy Kreme on San Bernardino Avenue is serving up the perfect excuse to indulge this spooky season.

Why This Matters Now

The timing couldn't be better. Krispy Kreme just launched its Fall Fair Doughnut Collection on September 15th, and it's everything you didn't know you needed this October.

 

Four flavors that capture that carnival nostalgia: Cotton Candy, Kreme Puff, Blue Ribbon Apple Pie, and Caramel Churro.

 

Think of it as your reward after dealing with October's chaos, whether that's planning costume parties, decorating your house, or fielding candy requests from neighborhood kids.

 

A Night I Didn't See Coming

 

Let me tell you how I discovered this place. Liz and I went to catch the original Psycho at the historic Redlands Fox Theatre one night—classic Hitchcock on the big screen, the way it was meant to be seen. After the movie ended, we were wired and hungry.

 

Someone mentioned Krispy Kreme was nearby. We figured we'd swing by, maybe grab a quick snack.

 

We pulled up at 9:30 p.m. and the parking lot was jammed. Cars everywhere. I thought maybe there was an accident or something. Nopeit was National Donut Day, and Krispy Kreme was giving away free doughnuts.

 

I had zero clue. Neither did half of Redlands, apparently, but the other half was already in line.

 

We walked in, got our free Original Glazed straight off the line—still warm, practically melting—and I understood immediately why people lose their minds over this place. That Hot Light isn't marketing. It's a promise.

What Makes This Location Special

The 5,200-square-foot shop at 27421 San Bernardino Avenue brings something Redlands has been missing. Located in Mountain Grove at Citrus Plaza, it's become part of a growing dessert district alongside Handel's Homemade Ice Cream.

Here's what sets it apart:

 

The Hot Light Promise. Fresh, hot doughnuts guaranteed twice daily—7-9 a.m. and 5-7 p.m. That melt-in-your-mouth texture you can't get from day-old pastries.

 

Extended Hours. Open from 5:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. most nights, 11 p.m. on weekends. Perfect for post-movie cravings or early morning sugar fixes.

 

Limited-Time Fall Collection. Four flavors that won't stick around forever. Cotton Candy takes you back to childhood. Blue Ribbon Apple Pie tastes like October. Caramel Churro hits that cinnamon-sugar sweet spot. And the Kreme Puff? Pure indulgence.

 

Making It Worth Your Trip

Don't just grab a dozen Original Glazed and leave. Try this approach:

Start with the Blue Ribbon Apple Pie—it's the most October thing on the menu. Pair it with the Caramel Churro if you want that full fall carnival experience.

 

Save the Cotton Candy for last if you're feeling nostalgic. It's ridiculous in the best way possible.

 

Order through the app if you're busy. Pickup and delivery both work. But honestly? Going in person when that Hot Light's on is worth the drive.

 

The Bottom Line

Halloween season means you're already buying candy, planning parties, and probably stress-eating anyway. You might as well enjoy quality treats that bring a little magic to the mundane.

 

The Fall Fair Collection won't last forever. Neither will these perfect October evenings in Redlands.

 

Sometimes treating yourself isn't about deserving it. It's about recognizing that fall in Southern California,with perfect weather and Halloween excitement, deserves a proper celebration.

 

Krispy Kreme just gave Redlands residents one more reason to enjoy the season. And if you happen to stumble in on National Donut Day like I did? Even better.