Most of the stores need customers to meet purchase thresholds ranging between $125 and $400, based on the retailer. With the continuing affordability challenges and squeezing household budgets and grocery prices up almost 3% compared to last Thanksgiving (as the Consumer Price Index), any relief is appreciated. Turkey costs are also higher, with wholesale prices for turkey hens climbing 40% over the past year in regard to bird flu outbreaks, according to the USDA data.
These 8 major supermarket chains are getting in with limited time promotions:
ShopRite
ShopRite is providing a free holiday item, a turkey, ham, or vegetable lasagna, to Price Plus club members outside Maryland who spend $400 or more by November 27.
Acme Market
Acme shoppers who have an Acme for U rewards card and spend $300 or more through Thanksgiving Day can get a free Signature Select Farms frozen turkey (10–22 lbs) or a turkey breast (4–7 lbs).
Giant (Pennsylvania)
Customers receiving 400 rewards points between October 1 and Thanksgiving at any of Giant’s 166 Pennsylvania shops can get up a free Shady Brook Farms turkey up to 20 pounds.
Foodtown
Shoppers who invest $400 on groceries through November 26 can select from a free 10–20 lb store brand turkey, a turkey breast, Stouffer’s frozen lasagna, Cook’s ham, or a $10 Foodtown gift card.
H-E-B (Texas)
Texan users can get a free Riverside Grade A turkey up to 12 lbs when they buy a store brand spiral sliced or boneless ham through November 27.
Hy-Vee
Hy-Vee is offering a Honeysuckle White or Jennie-O frozen turkey (up to 12 lbs) to shoppers who purchase a Hormel Cure 81 ham through the end of November.
Weis Markets
Weis customers getting 400 rewards points with their Weis Rewards card can redeem a free frozen turkey, turkey breast, smoked bone in ham, or vegan Tofurky.
WinCo Foods
Customers who invest at least $125 in a single trip from November 19 to November 29 get a free Honeysuckle White, Northern Pride, or Jennie-O Grade A turkey.
Extra Support From Nonprofits
For families requiring extra help, groups such as the Salvation Army, Feeding America, and local food pantries are providing free holiday meals or ingredients. Community organizations like Rotary Clubs are also conducting seasonal food drives to support households in need.
Holiday Deals at Major Retailers
With Thanksgiving nearing fast, Costco has launched out a recent ready to serve side dish estimated at just $6.99. Meanwhile, Target has confirmed its $20 Thanksgiving meal package and has reduced prices on more than 3,000 products ahead of the holiday rush.
FAQs:
Why are stores giving away free turkeys?
Retailers provide seasonal promotions to attract shoppers and enhance holiday sales. It also supports customers offsetting increasing food prices.
Do I need a membership card to qualify?
Several stores need rewards or loyalty cards for participation. This helps trace spending and reward loyal customers.