Affordable Thanksgiving Meal Deals for Families

Thanksgiving is just around the corner. But with many households already feeling financial pressure, this year’s holiday grocery run may feel heavier than usual. Food prices rose more than 3% in September compared with the same month in 2024, and new tariffs announced by President Donald Trump are adding even more pressure, with economists estimating they could cost the average household nearly $2,400 extra per year. For families already trying to make every dollar count, these combined forces are making it harder to create a meaningful celebration without stretching their budgets too far.

Thankfully, several major grocery chains are responding with affordable Thanksgiving bundles, meal deals, and even free turkey promotions designed to help families enjoy the holiday without financial anxiety.

Aldi: A Full Thanksgiving Meal for 10 for $40

Aldi—loved for its low prices—is offering a $40 Thanksgiving meal bundle, even cheaper than last year’s version. This bundle, available Oct. 15–Dec. 24, is designed to feed 10 people, helping families keep their traditions alive without overspending.

The $40 Aldi Meal Includes:

• 14 lb Jennie-O whole turkey

• Vegetables, sweet potatoes, russet potatoes

• Hawaiian rolls

• Canned pumpkin

• Gravy, stuffing, broth, spices, and more

• Pie crust and whipped topping

Kroger: “Freshgiving” Meal for Less Than $4.75 Per Person

Kroger’s popular meal deal returns, offering a full dinner for 10 people at under $4.75 per person, using Kroger-brand staples.

Includes:

• 14–16 lb whole turkey

• Stuffing, broth, potatoes, carrots, corn, yams

• Cranberry sauce

• Green bean casserole ingredients

• Pie crusts and pumpkin

• Whipped topping

Meijer: Turkeys for $0.49/lb and Big Price Cuts

Meijer is reducing costs with frozen turkeys priced at 49¢ per pound or less, plus up to 50% off over 90 holiday essentials through Dec. 31.

Example low prices:

• Green beans or corn: 49¢ each

• Stuffing: 99¢

• Canned pumpkin or cranberry sauce: $1.09

• Pie crust: $1.99

• Flour (5 lb): $2.19

Target: A Thanksgiving Meal for Four for Under $20

Target’s smallest bundle is perfect for smaller families, couples, or seniors. At under $20, it’s their lowest holiday price ever.

Meal Includes:

• Frozen turkey (up to 10 lbs)

• 5 lbs of potatoes

• Stuffing

• Cranberry sauce

• Gravy

• French bread

• Frozen corn

Walmart: Meal for 10 People for $39.45

Walmart is offering a “one-click” Thanksgiving basket, feedings 10 people for under $4 per person.

Includes more than 20 items, such as:

• 13.5 lb Butterball turkey

• Stove Top stuffing

• Green beans, corn, carrots

• Mac & cheese

• Fresh potatoes

• Pie crusts, pumpkin, evaporated milk

• Gravy mix

Walmart is also introducing specialty baskets:

• Gluten-free: $46.28

• High-protein: $37.81

• Prime rib meal: $21.27

Kroger/Home Chef: Heat-and-Serve Meals ($80–$170)

Meals feed 4–10 people, ready to heat and enjoy.

Example: $90 Meal Includes:

• Fully cooked Butterball turkey

• Stuffing

• Green bean casserole

• Maple pecan sweet potatoes

• Cranberry sauce

• Mashed potatoes (2 containers)

• Gravy

Publix: Heat-and-Serve Meals ($69.99 and Up)

Publix offers several bundles feeding 7–15 people, including traditional turkey dinners, mojo pork meals, and Boar’s Head feasts.

$69.99 Traditional Meal Includes:

• 9.5–12.5 lb fully cooked turkey

• Cornbread dressing

• Mashed potatoes

• Cranberry orange relish

• Marshmallow delight

• Gravy