Walmart Sets the Table Early With a Thanksgiving Meal for Less Than $7 per Person

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Walmart has launched its holiday meal offering, providing significant savings on Thanksgiving favorites from Oct. 14 through Dec. 25. The inflation-free Thanksgiving meal is available at a lower price than last year, serving eight people for less than $7 per person. Customers can shop in-store or online at Walmart.com/thanksgiving.

The meal includes 29 items, featuring a turkey at $0.88/lb and various trimmings and desserts. Walmart is also introducing options to gift meals to loved ones nationwide and donate meals to local Salvation Army units. Customers can round up purchases on Walmart.com to benefit the Salvation Army, continuing Walmart's long-standing support for the organization.

This initiative aims to help customers save on holiday meals without compromising quality, addressing concerns about food prices while spreading holiday cheer.

Positive

• Offering Thanksgiving meal at less than $7 per person, lower than last year's price
• Providing inflation-free holiday meal options from Oct. 14 to Dec. 25
• Introducing options to gift meals to loved ones nationwide
• Allowing customers to donate meals to local Salvation Army units
• Expanding customer options for charitable giving through purchase round-ups

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• None.

Now through Dec. 25 Walmart’s inflation-free Thanksgiving meal is available to shop, with options for customers to “give or gift” a meal

BENTONVILLE, Ark.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Today Walmart officially launched its holiday meal, bringing customers incredible savings on mealtime favorites, earlier and at an even lower price than last year¹. And to help spread more joy during the season of giving, Walmart is offering customers the opportunity to gift a meal directly to loved ones anywhere in the country and, new this year, donate an entire meal to their local Salvation Army unit.

Walmart’s Thanksgiving Meal For less than $7 per person (Photo: Business Wire)

As food prices remain top of mind, more customers want to begin saving earlier and throughout the holiday season. Starting Oct. 14 through Dec. 25, Walmart is bringing back its inflation-free Thanksgiving meal at a lower price than last year to help customers save without compromising quality.

Customers can shop the meal now in stores and with one click on Walmart.com/thanksgiving. With a traditional holiday meal at Walmart’s consistently low prices, customers can trust that no matter what the meal occasion this holiday season – from Thanksgiving to Christmas or even Sunday dinner – it’s more affordable and more delicious than ever.

“Some of the holiday’s most special moments take place around the dinner table. At Walmart, we are committed to offering customers even deeper savings on top of our Every Day Low Prices for all their mealtime needs,” said John Laney, executive vice president, food, Walmart U.S. “And with more opportunities to gift a meal and give back to those in need, we’re helping customers spread holiday cheer to their loved ones and their local communities.”

A delicious and affordable Thanksgiving spread – without compromise

Walmart’s Thanksgiving meal is jam-packed with all its customers’ holiday favorites, everything from turkey (at an amazing value of $.88/lb.) and trimmings to desserts. This year's meal features 29 items and serves eight people for less than $7 per person. You can shop the basket at www.Walmart.com/thanksgiving.

• Whole Frozen Turkey 10 – 16 lb. ($0.88/lb.)
• Great Value Sweet Hawaiian Rolls (1 unit – 12oz)
• Great Value Golden Sweet Whole Kernel Corn (3 units - 15oz)
• Ocean Spray^® Jellied Cranberry Sauce (1 unit - 14oz)
• Great Value Canned Green Beans (2 units - 14.5oz)
• French’s Crispy Fried Onions (1 unit - 6oz)
• Campbell’s Condensed Cream of Mushroom Soup (2 units - 10.5oz)
• Great Value Brown Gravy Mix (2 units - 0.87oz)
• Marie Callender’s Southern Pecan Pie (1 unit - 32oz)
• Great Value Frozen Whipped Topping (1 unit - 8oz)
• Great Value Frozen Deep Dish Pie Crusts (1 unit - 16oz)
• Great Value 100% Pure Pumpkin (1 unit - 15oz)
• Great Value Evaporated Milk (1 unit – 12 fl oz)
• Jet-Puffed Mini Marshmallows (1 unit - 10oz)
• Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix (2 units - 8.5oz)
• Great Value Poultry Seasoning (1 unit - 1.5oz)
• Swanson Chicken Broth (1 unit - 32oz)
• Fresh Whole Russet Potatoes (1 unit - 5lbs)
• Fresh Whole Sweet Potatoes (3 units)
• Fresh Yellow Onions (1 unit - 3lbs)
• Fresh Celery Stalks (1 unit)

Walmart customers can take advantage of this inflation-free Thanksgiving meal both in-store and online for easy, fast and convenient pickup and delivery no matter when they need it – with Early Morning delivery starting at 6 a.m. and Express Delivery in as soon as 30 minutes.

New ways to spread more cheer and give back

On top of being able to donate the equivalent of a Thanksgiving meal to their local Salvation Army unit at Walmart.com/thanksgiving, customers can also round up any purchase on Walmart.com to benefit the organization. At participating Walmart stores and Sam’s Clubs, customers can also donate to the Salvation Army Red Kettles or buy gifts for children in need through the Angel Tree program. These efforts build on Walmart and the Walmart Foundation’s long-standing support of The Salvation Army. Last year, Walmart customers and Sam’s Club members raised more than $34 million to support local Salvation Army units and Walmart and the Walmart Foundation have awarded more than $7 million to the organization over the last five years.

"We are deeply grateful for our longstanding partnership with Walmart. Their holiday contributions make a lasting difference, helping us provide vital services and hope to those in need. Together, we are making a meaningful impact this season," said Commissioner Kenneth Hodder, national commander of The Salvation Army.

Additionally, customers can purchase a Thanksgiving meal for a loved one – whether they’re down the street or across the country. Customers can input their friend or family’s address into Walmart.com, and an entire Thanksgiving meal can be delivered straight to their door, or ready for pickup at their local Walmart. It’s just one more way Walmart is helping customers bring more joy to those they care about.

‘Tis the season to savor the savings

Whether it’s the Thanksgiving meal, late-night snacks for the last-minute wrappers or stocking stuffer treats for the whole family, customers can trust that Walmart will offer consistently low prices across its wide food assortment no matter when, where or how customers shop, all season long.

About Walmart

Walmart Inc. (NYSE: WMT) is a people-led, tech-powered omnichannel retailer helping people save money and live better — anytime and anywhere — in stores, online, and through their mobile devices. Each week, approximately 255 million customers and members visit more than 10,500 stores and numerous eCommerce websites in 19 countries. With fiscal year 2024 revenue of $648 billion, Walmart employs approximately 2.1 million associates worldwide. Walmart continues to be a leader in sustainability, corporate philanthropy, and employment opportunity. Additional information about Walmart can be found by visiting corporate.walmart.com, on Facebook at facebook.com/walmart, on X (formerly known as Twitter) at twitter.com/walmart, and on LinkedIn at linkedin.com/company/walmart.

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1 *Disclaimer: Claim based on purchasing the following featured items: 1 Frozen Whole Turkey 10-16 lb,1 Great Value Frozen Whipped Topping 8 oz,1 Marie Callender's Southern Pecan Pie 32 oz,1 Fresh Yellow Onions 3lb,1 Jet-Puffed Mini Marshmallows 10 oz,1 Fresh Celery Stalk,1 Fresh Whole Russet Potatoes 5lb,1 Great Value Poultry Seasoning 1.5 oz,1 Great Value 100% Pure Pumpkin 15 oz,1 Great Value Evaporated Milk 12 fl oz,2 Great Value Canned Green Beans 14.5 oz,2 Campbell's Condensed Cream of Mushroom Soup 10.5 oz,2 Great Value Brown Gravy Mix 0.87 oz,3 Sweet Potatoes Whole,1 French's Crispy Fried Onions 6 oz,1 Swanson Chicken Broth 32 oz,1 Ocean Spray® Jellied Cranberry Sauce 14 oz,1 Great Value Sweet Hawaiian Rolls 12 Oz,1 Great Value Frozen Deep Dish Pie Crusts 16oz,2 Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix 8.5 oz,3 Great Value Golden Sweet Whole Kernel Corn 15 oz. Comparison based on the average price charged for the featured items from Nov. 1 – Dec. 26, 2023 vs. our national or highest regional price to be charged for the same items from Nov.1 – Dec. 26, 2024. Excludes AK, HI and PR.

 

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Source: Walmart Inc.

FAQ

What is the price of Walmart's (WMT) Thanksgiving meal per person in 2023?

Walmart's Thanksgiving meal is priced at less than $7 per person in 2023, serving eight people.

When is Walmart's (WMT) inflation-free Thanksgiving meal available in 2023?

Walmart's inflation-free Thanksgiving meal is available from October 14 through December 25, 2023.

How many items are included in Walmart's (WMT) Thanksgiving meal package?

Walmart's Thanksgiving meal package includes 29 items, featuring turkey and various trimmings and desserts.

What new options does Walmart (WMT) offer for gifting meals in 2023?

Walmart now allows customers to gift Thanksgiving meals to loved ones nationwide and donate meals to local Salvation Army units.

How can customers purchase Walmart's (WMT) Thanksgiving meal in 2023?

Customers can purchase Walmart's Thanksgiving meal in-store or online at Walmart.com/thanksgiving.