Walmart, Aldi Offer $40 Thanksgiving Meals Feeding 10

As Thanksgiving 2025 approaches, major U.S. grocery chains are competing to offer affordable holiday meal options amid ongoing inflation concerns. Walmart leads with its Thanksgiving meal basket priced under $40, serving 10 people for less than $4 each; the basket includes a Butterball turkey at $0.97 per pound along with over 20 other items such as Stove Top stuffing and pumpkin pie ingredients. Aldi has matched this price point with a similar meal basket for 10, featuring a 14-pound turkey and traditional sides. Walmart also offers specialty options like gluten-free, balanced high-protein, and prime rib baskets to cater to diverse dietary needs, available for online purchase with pickup or delivery. Target has not yet announced its 2025 Thanksgiving deal but previously offered a smaller basket for $20 feeding four people, and also promotes affordable table decor and dinnerware to enhance the holiday experience on a budget. These efforts reflect a broader retail trend to help consumers celebrate affordably despite economic pressures affecting a wide range of income groups.